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March 24, 2026
郐(鄶)kuài(Kuai4)
The character 郐 (kuài) primarily refers to a historical state in ancient China, specifically located in present-day Henan province. It can also be a surname, and it is used in historical texts to denote a feudal state, reflecting China's rich history of dynasties and regions.
Strokes8Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
郐 is tied to the rich tapestry of China's feudal history, representing one of the many states that existed before the unification under the Qin Dynasty. Understanding such terms provides insight into the political landscape of ancient China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a quick (kuài) journey to an ancient state (郐) in Henan. The character combines the radical for 'city' (阝) suggesting a place, with the phonetic element '快' (kuài), which means fast, helping you remember that 郐 is a quick trip to a significant historical location.
Meanings of 郐
kuài(Kuai4)
1a state in Henan province
2name of a feudal state
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郐Simplified
鄶Traditional
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阝Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a quick (kuài) journey to an ancient state (郐) in Henan. The character combines the radical for 'city' (阝) suggesting a place, with the phonetic element '快' (kuài), which means fast, helping you remember that 郐 is a quick trip to a significant historical location.
Usage Notes
While 郐 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it's important in historical contexts. Learners should be cautious about its pronunciation, ensuring they use the correct tone (4th tone) to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
This character is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, but it can be relevant for students interested in Chinese history. Focus on understanding the context in which 郐 appears in historical texts to enhance comprehension.
Cultural Note
郐 is tied to the rich tapestry of China's feudal history, representing one of the many states that existed before the unification under the Qin Dynasty. Understanding such terms provides insight into the political landscape of ancient China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 郐 with similar-sounding characters like 快 (kuài). To avoid this, remember that 郐 pertains to a historical state, while 快 means 'fast'.
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Cultural Notes for 郐
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郐 is tied to the rich tapestry of China's feudal history, representing one of the many states that existed before the unification under the Qin Dynasty. Understanding such terms provides insight into the political landscape of ancient China.
Word Family of 郐
Words Containing This Character1
郐kuàisurname Kuai鄶
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Frequently Asked Questions about 郐
In modern usage, 郐 is primarily recognized in historical contexts and is not commonly used in daily language.
While 郐 can be a surname, it is relatively rare compared to more common Chinese surnames.
郐 is pronounced as 'kuài', with the fourth tone. Make sure to emphasize the tone to ensure proper understanding.
