unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42337, Very Hard
茹
rú
(extended meaning) to endure
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42337, Very Hard
茹
rú
putrid smell
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42337, Very Hard
茹
rú
roots (inextricably attached to the plant)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42337, Very Hard
rú(Ru2) T2
1roots, vegetables
2(extended meaning) to endure
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March 24, 2026
茹rú(Ru2)
The character 茹 (rú) primarily refers to roots or vegetables, often indicating edible plants. It can also be used as a surname and carries a nuanced meaning of endurance or the ability to tolerate unpleasant situations, akin to enduring a putrid smell. This character is commonly used in contexts relating to food, especially in discussions about vegetables or plant-based diets.
Strokes9Radical艹Frequency#42337DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cuisine, vegetables are a fundamental part of the diet, and the character 茹 embodies the importance of roots and plants in Chinese culture. Many dishes highlight the natural flavors of vegetables, reflecting a cultural appreciation for fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Memory Tip
Imagine a root vegetable, like a carrot, growing deep in the soil, with the character 茹 representing its hidden strength beneath the earth. The 'r' in 'rú' sounds like 'root', while the 'u' can remind you of the underground, making it easier to remember this connection.
Meanings of 茹
rú(Ru2)
1roots, vegetables
2(extended meaning) to endure
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About 茹
茹Simplified
9Strokes
艹Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 茹
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a root vegetable, like a carrot, growing deep in the soil, with the character 茹 representing its hidden strength beneath the earth. The 'r' in 'rú' sounds like 'root', while the 'u' can remind you of the underground, making it easier to remember this connection.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 茹 with other similar-sounding characters, as the tone can change the meaning. This character is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly when discussing food. Common collocations include phrases related to cooking and nutrition.
HSK Study Tips
Although 茹 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be related to HSK Level 3 words that deal with food and nutrition. Students should focus on pronunciation and recognizing it in context, especially when reading recipes or discussing diets.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cuisine, vegetables are a fundamental part of the diet, and the character 茹 embodies the importance of roots and plants in Chinese culture. Many dishes highlight the natural flavors of vegetables, reflecting a cultural appreciation for fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 茹 with other characters like 如 (rú, meaning 'as, like'). For example, using '如' when discussing vegetables would be incorrect; the proper character in that context is '茹'.
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Grammar Patterns of 茹
茹 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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索米尔周围的白垩质土壤出产著名的安____葡萄酒。
The chalky soil around Saumur produces the famous Anjou wines.
Example Sentences for 茹 (2)
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索米尔周围的白垩质土壤出产著名的安茹葡萄酒。
suǒ mǐ ěr zhōu wéi de bái è zhì tǔ rǎng chū chǎn zhù míng de ān rú pú táo jiǔ。
The chalky soil around Saumur produces the famous Anjou wines.
2
我猜她是德茹里一带的人.
wǒ cāi tā shì dé rú lǐ yī dài de rén.
I place her in Drury Lane.
Cultural Notes for 茹
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese cuisine, vegetables are a fundamental part of the diet, and the character 茹 embodies the importance of roots and plants in Chinese culture. Many dishes highlight the natural flavors of vegetables, reflecting a cultural appreciation for fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Word Family of 茹
Words Containing This Character8
茹rúto eat
梁静茹Fish Leong (1978-), Malaysian pop singer梁靜茹
含辛茹苦to bear one's cross
茹毛饮血devour raw meat and fowl (of savages)茹毛飲血
竹茹bamboo shavings (Bambusa tuldoides) used in Chinese medicine
茹素to eat a vegetarian diet
茹苦含辛bitter hardship
茹古涵今to take in (old and new experiences and sorrows)
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Compound Meaning
What does 茹 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 茹
It refers to roots or vegetables, often in the context of edible plants.
