Meanings of 驷
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AI Study Notes for 驷
Imagine a grand chariot pulled by four powerful horses racing across the plains. The character 驷 has the horse radical (马) on the right, which relates to the meaning of horses, and the left component suggests four, connecting the pronunciation 'sì' with the image of four steeds in motion.
This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for historical or literary contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tone, as a mispronunciation could lead to confusion with other terms. Common collocations include 驷马 (sì mǎ) for 'four horses'.
Although 驷 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to HSK Level 5 words that include horse-related terms. Students should focus on recognizing character components and understanding the context in which such historical words might appear.
In Chinese culture, the number four often holds significance, and a team of four horses represents not only power but also status. This is reflected in historical texts and art depicting chariots used by emperors and generals.
Learners often confuse 驷 with similar characters, mistakenly using 驮 (tuó) which means to carry. Ensure you remember that 驷 specifically refers to a team of four horses.
Pronunciation of 驷
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Etymology of 驷
Four 四 horses 马; 四 also provides the pronunciation
Character Formation Type
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Decomposition of 驷
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Grammar Patterns of 驷
驷 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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一言既出,____马难追.
Even four horses cannot take back what one has said.
Example Sentences for 驷 (1)
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Even four horses cannot take back what one has said.
Cultural Notes for 驷
In Chinese culture, the number four often holds significance, and a team of four horses represents not only power but also status. This is reflected in historical texts and art depicting chariots used by emperors and generals.
Word Family of 驷
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Frequently Asked Questions about 驷
It is pronounced as 'sì', with a falling tone.