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蓑 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蓑suōstraw raincoatzg, 13 strokes, radical 艹, rank #65883, Very Hard
suō(suo1) T1
  1. 1straw raincoat
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March 24, 2026

蓑(簑)suō(suo1)

The character 蓑 (suō) refers to a traditional straw raincoat worn by farmers in rural China. It is typically used in agricultural contexts and symbolizes resilience against the elements. The word embodies a practical approach to dealing with nature, often associated with rural life and folk traditions.

Strokes13Radical艹Frequency#65883DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the straw raincoat is a symbol of hard work and connection to the land, often depicted in traditional paintings and literature highlighting rural life. It represents the enduring spirit of farmers who work in all weather conditions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a straw raincoat that looks like a 'swoosh' when it moves in the rain. The character 蓑 has a 'grass' radical (艹) at the top, indicating it is made from natural materials, and the bottom resembles a protective covering, symbolizing shelter from rain.

Meanings of 蓑

suō(suo1)
1straw raincoat
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About 蓑

蓑Simplified
簑Traditional
13Strokes
艹Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 蓑

Usage Notes

When using 蓑, ensure you use the correct tone (suō) to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is more common in rural or folk contexts rather than in modern urban settings. Be cautious not to confuse it with the similar word 'suo' (锁) meaning lock, which has a different context.

HSK Study Tips

Though 蓑 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your grasp of rural and cultural vocabulary related to agriculture. Focus on related terms in the context of weather and clothing to build a richer vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 蓑 as 'suo' with a falling tone, which is incorrect. The right pronunciation is 'suō' with a level tone. Additionally, some may confuse it with other similar-sounding characters, so it's important to remember its specific meaning and context.

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Etymology of 蓑

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

grass

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)衰
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Case file: 蓑

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

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 蓑?

Decomposition of 蓑

IDS Structure⿱艹衰
蓑Full Character
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艹cao3
top
衰cui1
bottom
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How to say straw raincoat in Chinese

“straw raincoat” in Chinese is蓑suō

The character 蓑 (suō) refers to a traditional straw raincoat worn by farmers in rural China. It is typically used in agricultural contexts and symbolizes resilience against the elements. The word embodies a practical approach to dealing with nature, often associated with rural life and folk traditions.

When to use 蓑

When using 蓑, ensure you use the correct tone (suō) to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is more common in rural or folk contexts rather than in modern urban settings. Be cautious not to confuse it with the similar word 'suo' (锁) meaning lock, which has a different context.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 蓑 as 'suo' with a falling tone, which is incorrect. The right pronunciation is 'suō' with a level tone. Additionally, some may confuse it with other similar-sounding characters, so it's important to remember its specific meaning and context.

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蓑

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Word Family of 蓑

Words Containing This Character3
蓑suōvariant of 蓑[suō]簑
蓑衣woven rush raincoat
蓑草Chinese alpine rush (botany)
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Compound Meaning

What does 蓑 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 蓑

The 蓑 has deep roots in Chinese agricultural practices, representing the ingenuity of rural communities in adapting to the weather.

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