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March 24, 2026
蘄qí(qi2)
The character 蘄 (qí) primarily means to pray or implore, often in a religious or spiritual context. It can also refer to certain herbs, particularly those in the Artemisia family, which are known for their medicinal properties. The term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in literature or formal contexts.
Strokes20Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like those represented by 蘄 are often used for their healing properties, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between spirituality and natural remedies in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person kneeling in prayer surrounded by fragrant herbs, symbolizing hope and healing. The character 蘄 looks like a person under a roof (亻) seeking something from above, and the radical for 'plant' (艹) reminds you of the herbs associated with it.
Meanings of 蘄
qí(qi2)
1to pray, to implore; herb; Artemesia
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蘄Simplified
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艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person kneeling in prayer surrounded by fragrant herbs, symbolizing hope and healing. The character 蘄 looks like a person under a roof (亻) seeking something from above, and the radical for 'plant' (艹) reminds you of the herbs associated with it.
Usage Notes
While 蘄 is primarily used in formal contexts, be aware that it may not be widely recognized in casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar-sounding words. Ensure that you use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蘄 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, its components can help learners understand related terms in herbal medicine or traditional Chinese practices. Focus on the radicals and how they connect to other vocabulary related to plants and spirituality.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like those represented by 蘄 are often used for their healing properties, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between spirituality and natural remedies in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蘄 with similar characters like 祈 (qí), which means to pray, but does not relate to herbs. For example, saying '我来蘄祈' instead of '我来祈祷' would be incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 蘄
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In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like those represented by 蘄 are often used for their healing properties, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between spirituality and natural remedies in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 蘄
Words Containing This Character3
蕲qí(herb)蘄
蕲春Qochun county in Huanggang 黃岡|黄冈[Huánggāng], Hubei蘄春
蕲春县Qochun county in Huanggang 黃岡|黄冈[Huánggāng], Hubei蘄春縣
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蘄
Phrases are limited, but you might encounter it in texts discussing herbal remedies or spiritual practices.
It's not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in literature or formal discussions about herbs.
