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荚 (jiá, pod) vs 果 (guǒ, fruit) — use 荚 specifically for seed-containing pods, while 果 refers to the mature fruit itself.
荚 is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in scientific or botanical discussions. A common mistake is confusing it with 药 (yào), which means medicine; remember that 荚 relates to plants while 药 refers to health.
Although 荚 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners interested in botany or plant terminology. Focus on related words like 种子 (zhǒngzi, seed) and 果实 (guǒshí, fruit) to enhance your vocabulary in this area.
Learners often confuse 荚 with similar-sounding words like 夹 (jiā), which means to clip or to hold. Be mindful of the context to avoid such mix-ups.
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Etymology of 荚
Phonosemantic compound. 艹 represents the meaning and 夹 represents the sound. Simplified form of 莢.
plant
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Decomposition of 荚
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How to say seed-pod in Chinese
“seed-pod” in Chinese is荚
The character 荚 (jiá) refers to a seed-pod or a pod in botany, which is a type of fruit that encloses seeds. It is commonly used in discussions about plants and agriculture, especially in contexts involving the growth and development of seeds.
When to use 荚
荚 is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in scientific or botanical discussions. A common mistake is confusing it with 药 (yào), which means medicine; remember that 荚 relates to plants while 药 refers to health.
荚 or something close to it
荚 (jiá, pod) vs 果 (guǒ, fruit) — use 荚 specifically for seed-containing pods, while 果 refers to the mature fruit itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 荚 with similar-sounding words like 夹 (jiā), which means to clip or to hold. Be mindful of the context to avoid such mix-ups.
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Grammar Patterns of 荚
荚 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 2 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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他开始把豌豆____倒进锅中.
He started tipping the pea pods into a pan.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 荚
荚 is pronounced as 'jiá', with a rising tone.
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