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March 24, 2026
骘(騭)zhì(zhi4)
The character 骘 (zhì) primarily refers to a stallion, a male horse used for breeding. It can also imply the action of determining or judging something, as well as promoting or stabilizing an arrangement. This character is often used in contexts related to horses, judgment, and organization.
Strokes12Radical马Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, horses have been historically significant symbols of strength, speed, and loyalty. The concept of a stallion is often associated with traditional practices in agriculture and warfare, emphasizing the horse's role in society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a majestic stallion standing tall, representing strength and stability. The character 骘 (zhì) looks like a horse (the radical 馬) with a determination to rise and succeed, just like a stallion leading a herd. Picture the stallion judging its surroundings to keep its group safe.
Meanings of 骘
zhì(zhi4)
1stallion; to determine; to promote
2a stallion
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About 骘
骘Simplified
騭Traditional
12Strokes
马Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a majestic stallion standing tall, representing strength and stability. The character 骘 (zhì) looks like a horse (the radical 馬) with a determination to rise and succeed, just like a stallion leading a herd. Picture the stallion judging its surroundings to keep its group safe.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar-sounding characters. It is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversations, making it more suitable for literary or academic contexts. Common collocations include phrases related to horse breeding and judgment.
HSK Study Tips
Although 骘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to Level 3-4 words about animals and actions. Students should focus on pronunciation and the context of usage, especially in specialized fields like agriculture or literature.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, horses have been historically significant symbols of strength, speed, and loyalty. The concept of a stallion is often associated with traditional practices in agriculture and warfare, emphasizing the horse's role in society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar characters like 直 (zhí), which means 'straight.' For example, saying '我想买一匹直马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhí mǎ) is incorrect; it should be '我想买一匹骘马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhì mǎ) to mean 'I want to buy a stallion.'
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Cultural Notes for 骘
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In Chinese culture, horses have been historically significant symbols of strength, speed, and loyalty. The concept of a stallion is often associated with traditional practices in agriculture and warfare, emphasizing the horse's role in society.
Word Family of 骘
Words Containing This Character1
骘zhìto rise騭
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Frequently Asked Questions about 骘
It means stallion, but it can also refer to determining or judging something.
No, it is more formal and mainly found in literary or specialized contexts.
