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March 24, 2026
鄱pó(po2)
The character 鄱 (pó) refers specifically to the Poyang Lake, the largest freshwater lake in China, located in Jiangxi province. It is also used in the context of the Poyang County. This character is often encountered in geographical discussions or when referring to local culture and ecology.
Strokes14Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Poyang Lake is culturally significant as it plays a vital role in local fishing, agriculture, and seasonal migrations of birds. It is often celebrated in local festivals and is a focal point for ecological studies in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'poh' (pó) sound as you visualize a large lake (like Poyang Lake) surrounded by lush greenery. The character 鄱 contains the radical 邑 (yì), which relates to places, hinting at its geographical significance.
Meanings of 鄱
pó(po2)
1a county and lake in Jiangxi province
2name of a lake
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鄱Simplified
14Strokes
阝Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 鄱
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'poh' (pó) sound as you visualize a large lake (like Poyang Lake) surrounded by lush greenery. The character 鄱 contains the radical 邑 (yì), which relates to places, hinting at its geographical significance.
Usage Notes
When using 鄱, be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters. The character is used in formal contexts, particularly in geography and administrative discussions. Common collocations include '鄱阳湖' (Poyang Lake) and '鄱阳县' (Poyang County).
HSK Study Tips
As 鄱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it may not be commonly encountered until advanced studies. However, learners should focus on recognizing the character's components and its geographical context, which can aid in understanding place names.
Cultural Note
Poyang Lake is culturally significant as it plays a vital role in local fishing, agriculture, and seasonal migrations of birds. It is often celebrated in local festivals and is a focal point for ecological studies in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly confuse 鄱 with other characters with similar sounds like 破 (pò) meaning 'break'. Ensure you remember that 鄱 relates specifically to Poyang Lake and its region.
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Cultural Notes for 鄱
🏮Cultural insight
Poyang Lake is culturally significant as it plays a vital role in local fishing, agriculture, and seasonal migrations of birds. It is often celebrated in local festivals and is a focal point for ecological studies in China.
Word Family of 鄱
Words Containing This Character4
鄱阳湖Poyang Lake in Shangrao 上饒|上饶[Shàngráo], Jiangxi鄱陽湖
鄱póname of a lake
鄱阳Poyang county in Shangrao 上饒|上饶, Jiangxi鄱陽
鄱阳县Poyang county in Shangrao 上饒|上饶, Jiangxi鄱陽縣
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Compound Meaning
What does 鄱阳湖 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 鄱
鄱 refers to Poyang Lake and Poyang County in Jiangxi province.
No, 鄱 is primarily used in geographical and formal contexts.
