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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
芾fèiflower; lush, luxuriantx, 7 strokes, radical 艹
芾fèiluxuriance of vegetationunknown, 7 strokes, radical 艹
芾fúflower; lush, luxuriantx, 7 strokes, radical 艹
芾fúluxuriance of vegetationunknown, 7 strokes, radical 艹
fèi(fei4)fei
primary
T4
  1. 1flower; lush, luxuriant
  2. 2luxuriance of vegetation
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March 24, 2026

芾fèi(fei4)

The character 芾 (fèi) refers to lush or luxuriant vegetation, often used in poetic or literary contexts to describe abundant plant life. It can also signify a flower or a flowering plant, emphasizing beauty and richness in nature. This term is typically found in descriptions of scenic landscapes or in classical literature.

Strokes7Radical艹
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, lush greenery and flowers are often symbols of prosperity and beauty, frequently celebrated in poetry and art. The appreciation of nature's abundance reflects deep cultural values tied to harmony and balance.

Memory tip

Imagine a flourishing garden filled with vibrant flowers (花) and lush greenery (草). The character 芾 resembles a plant with rich foliage, and the pronunciation 'fèi' sounds like 'fate,' which you can associate with the fate of a garden thriving under good care.

Meanings of 芾

fèi(fei4)
primary
1flower; lush, luxuriant
2luxuriance of vegetation
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About 芾

芾Simplified
7Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners should be aware that 芾 is more formal and literary in tone, so it's less common in everyday conversation. It often appears in idiomatic expressions or poetry, making it important to recognize its context in literature. Be careful with the tone; the first tone is crucial for correct pronunciation.

HSK Study Tips

While 芾 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 3 vocabulary related to nature and plants. Students should focus on understanding related terms like 花 (flower) and 草 (grass) to build a comprehensive vocabulary about flora.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 芾 with similar-sounding words or characters, such as 费 (fèi - to spend), which can lead to miscommunication. Ensure you practice distinguishing between these terms in both writing and pronunciation.

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Etymology of 芾

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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plant

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)巿
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Origin

芾 = 艹 + 巿. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 芾

IDS Structure⿱艹巿
芾Full character
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艹cao3
top
巿fu2
bottom
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Parts

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How to say flower; lush, luxuriant in Chinese

“flower; lush, luxuriant” in Chinese is芾fèi

The character 芾 (fèi) refers to lush or luxuriant vegetation, often used in poetic or literary contexts to describe abundant plant life. It can also signify a flower or a flowering plant, emphasizing beauty and richness in nature. This term is typically found in descriptions of scenic landscapes or in classical literature.

When to use 芾

Learners should be aware that 芾 is more formal and literary in tone, so it's less common in everyday conversation. It often appears in idiomatic expressions or poetry, making it important to recognize its context in literature. Be careful with the tone; the first tone is crucial for correct pronunciation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 芾 with similar-sounding words or characters, such as 费 (fèi - to spend), which can lead to miscommunication. Ensure you practice distinguishing between these terms in both writing and pronunciation.

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Word Family of 芾

Words containing this character2
芾fèilush
米芾Mi Fu (1051-1107), Song poet and calligrapher
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Frequently Asked Questions about 芾

No, 芾 is more often found in literary contexts rather than in everyday speech.

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