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蒟 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蒟jǔbetel pepper; Amorphophallus konjaczg, 14 strokes, radical 艹, rank #68908, Very Hard
蒟jǔbetelunknown, 14 strokes, radical 艹, rank #68908, Very Hard
jǔ(ju3) T3
  1. 1betel pepper; Amorphophallus konjac
  2. 2betel
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March 24, 2026

蒟jǔ(ju3)

The character 蒟 (jǔ) refers to a type of plant, specifically betel pepper, which is often used in traditional practices and cuisine in various Asian cultures. It can also denote Amorphophallus konjac, known for its use in food products like konjac noodles. This character is less commonly encountered in everyday language, making it more specialized.

Strokes14Radical艹Frequency#68908DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In some Asian cultures, betel pepper is chewed for its stimulant properties and is often associated with social and ceremonial practices. Its significance can be seen in traditional gatherings where it is offered as a gesture of hospitality.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant betel pepper (蒟) in the middle of a lush garden. The top part of the character (艹) resembles the leaves of the plant, while the '居' (jū) part can remind you of a cozy house where people gather to enjoy this unique spice. The sound 'jǔ' can also be linked to the image of someone joyfully 'juicing' a betel pepper!

Meanings of 蒟

jǔ(ju3)
1betel pepper; Amorphophallus konjac
2betel
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About 蒟

蒟Simplified
14Strokes
艹Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 蒟 is not frequently used in conversation, it may appear in specific culinary contexts or discussions about traditional herbs. Be careful not to confuse it with similar sounding words, and remember that it is more formal and specialized, often found in texts related to botany or food.

HSK Study Tips

Although 蒟 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of specialized terms related to flora. As HSK learners progress, they should focus on recognizing plant-related vocabulary to better navigate discussions about food and herbal medicine.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蒟 with similar characters like 居 (jū), leading to incorrect usage in sentences. Always check the context to ensure you're using the right plant-related term.

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Etymology of 蒟

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)竘
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Case file: 蒟

  1. 1The meaning half艹 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half竘 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayplant
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 蒟

IDS Structure⿱艹竘
蒟Full Character
=
艹cao3
top
竘qu3
bottom
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How to say betel pepper; Amorphophallus konjac in Chinese

“betel pepper; Amorphophallus konjac” in Chinese is蒟jǔ

The character 蒟 (jǔ) refers to a type of plant, specifically betel pepper, which is often used in traditional practices and cuisine in various Asian cultures. It can also denote Amorphophallus konjac, known for its use in food products like konjac noodles. This character is less commonly encountered in everyday language, making it more specialized.

When to use 蒟

While 蒟 is not frequently used in conversation, it may appear in specific culinary contexts or discussions about traditional herbs. Be careful not to confuse it with similar sounding words, and remember that it is more formal and specialized, often found in texts related to botany or food.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 蒟 with similar characters like 居 (jū), leading to incorrect usage in sentences. Always check the context to ensure you're using the right plant-related term.

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蒟

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Word Family of 蒟

Words Containing This Character1
蒟jǔbetel
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Compound Meaning

What does 蒟 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 蒟

蒟 is primarily used in traditional dishes, especially in Southeast Asian cuisine, where it adds flavor and is sometimes used in herbal remedies.

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