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March 24, 2026
裘qiú(Qiu2)
The character 裘 (qiú) primarily refers to a fur coat, often associated with warmth and luxury. It can also be a surname in Chinese culture. This term is commonly used in contexts discussing clothing, fashion, or traditional Chinese garments.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, fur coats have historical significance, often associated with wealth and status, especially in colder regions. During traditional festivals, wearing a quality fur coat is seen as a sign of respect and celebration.
Memory Tip
Imagine a cozy cat wrapped in a luxurious fur coat, purring softly. The character 裘 looks like a person (the top part) wearing a coat (the bottom part), which helps you remember it means 'fur coat.' The pronunciation 'qiú' rhymes with 'you,' as in 'you wear a fur coat.'
Meanings of 裘
qiú(Qiu2)
1fur coat; surname
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AI Study Notes for 裘
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a cozy cat wrapped in a luxurious fur coat, purring softly. The character 裘 looks like a person (the top part) wearing a coat (the bottom part), which helps you remember it means 'fur coat.' The pronunciation 'qiú' rhymes with 'you,' as in 'you wear a fur coat.'
Usage Notes
When using 裘, be mindful of the context since it may sound too formal in casual settings. It's often paired with words like '毛皮' (máopí - fur) or '大衣' (dàyī - overcoat) to specify types of coats. Learners should also remember to pronounce it with the second tone to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
While 裘 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to the concept of clothing, which is relevant for HSK Level 1 and 2 learners. Focus on related clothing vocabulary and practice using them in sentences to build confidence.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, fur coats have historical significance, often associated with wealth and status, especially in colder regions. During traditional festivals, wearing a quality fur coat is seen as a sign of respect and celebration.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 裘 to refer to any coat, but it specifically refers to fur coats. For example, saying '我穿了一件裘' (Wǒ chuānle yī jiàn qiú) when referring to a non-fur coat is incorrect; use '外套' (wàitào) instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 裘
裘 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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那是克拉克家孩子的车, 他是温特塞特橄榄球队的四分卫,跟____迪. 莱弗伦森经常约会.
The Clark boy. Quarterback on the Winterset team. Dated Judy Leverenson.
Example Sentences for 裘 (5)
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那是克拉克家孩子的车, 他是温特塞特橄榄球队的四分卫,跟裘迪. 莱弗伦森经常约会.
nà shì kè lā kè jiā hái zǐ de chē, , tā shì wēn tè sāi tè gǎn lǎn qiú duì de sì fēn, wèi , gēn. qiú dí . lái fú lún sēn jīng.
The Clark boy. Quarterback on the Winterset team. Dated Judy Leverenson.
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麦格和裘像一对忠实的小鹳似地喂她们的母亲.
mài gé hé qiú xiàng yī duì zhōng shí de xiǎo guàn sì dì wèi tā mén de mǔ qīn.
Meg and Jo fed their mother like dutiful young storks.
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他显然指的是裘里斯 、 璐西 、 约翰呢-方檀和迈克尔的保镖亚伯特-奈里.
tā xiǎn rán zhǐ de shì qiú lǐ sī、 、 lù、 xī 、 yuē- hàn ne - fāng tán hé mài kè ěr de bǎo biāo- yà bó.
He obviously meant Jules, Lucy, Johnny Fontane and Michael's bodyguard, Albert Neri.
He thought:'If I could save Julia by doubling my own pain, would I do it?
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积少成多,集腋成裘; 积沙沉舟.
jī shǎo chéng duō, , jí yè chéng; qiú ; jī shā.
Many a little makes a mickle; many sands will sink a ship.
Cultural Notes for 裘
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, fur coats have historical significance, often associated with wealth and status, especially in colder regions. During traditional festivals, wearing a quality fur coat is seen as a sign of respect and celebration.
Word Family of 裘
Words Containing This Character6
裘qiúfur
集腋成裘many a mickle makes a muckle
克绍箕裘to follow in one's father's footsteps克紹箕裘
肥马轻裘fig. to live in luxury肥馬輕裘
貂裘换酒lit. to trade a fur coat for wine (idiom)貂裘換酒
轻裘肥马fig. to live in luxury輕裘肥馬
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 裘
While 裘 primarily means fur coat, it may also be used in broader contexts related to luxury outerwear.
Yes, 裘 is a recognized surname in China, though it may not be as common as others.
You can say '我买了一件裘' (Wǒ mǎile yī jiàn qiú) meaning 'I bought a fur coat.'
