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March 24, 2026
虘()cuó(cuo2)
The character 虘 (cuó) refers to patterns such as stripes, spots, or blotches often found in nature or on animals. It's commonly used in contexts related to descriptions of textures, designs, or appearances, particularly in fashion, art, and nature.
Strokes11Radical虍Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, patterns like stripes or spots can symbolize various traits; for example, tiger stripes often signify strength and bravery, reflecting the animal's status in folklore and mythology.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiger with its stripes vividly painted in colors, each stripe a cuó. The character 虘 has a '虫' (insect) radical, hinting at nature, and the '夸' part suggests something exaggerated or striking, just like bold stripes.
Meanings of 虘
cuó(cuo2)
1stripes, spots, blotches
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiger with its stripes vividly painted in colors, each stripe a cuó. The character 虘 has a '虫' (insect) radical, hinting at nature, and the '夸' part suggests something exaggerated or striking, just like bold stripes.
Usage Notes
This character is typically used in descriptive contexts and may not be familiar to all speakers, which can lead to misunderstandings. It’s mostly informal and is often used with nouns that describe patterns, such as clothing or animal fur.
HSK Study Tips
While 虘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other descriptive words related to appearance, such as 纹 (wén, pattern) and 花 (huā, flower). Focus on recognizing patterns in animals or textiles to strengthen your vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, patterns like stripes or spots can symbolize various traits; for example, tiger stripes often signify strength and bravery, reflecting the animal's status in folklore and mythology.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 虘 with similar characters like 纹 (wén, pattern) due to their visual likeness. Remember that 虘 specifically refers to stripes or spots, not just any pattern.
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Cultural Notes for 虘
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, patterns like stripes or spots can symbolize various traits; for example, tiger stripes often signify strength and bravery, reflecting the animal's status in folklore and mythology.
Frequently Asked Questions about 虘
You might encounter phrases like 虘纹 (cuó wén, striped pattern) in fashion or art contexts.
It's generally more informal, so use it in casual conversations or descriptive writing rather than formal reports.
The pronunciation is cuó, with a rising tone, which can be tricky as it sounds similar to other characters.
