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㒸 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
㒸suìto obey, to follow; year, season, harvestx, 9 strokes, radical 豕
㒸suìarchaic variant of 遂[sui4]x, 9 strokes, radical 豕
suì(sui4) T4
  1. 1to obey, to follow; year, season, harvest
  2. 2archaic variant of 遂[sui4]
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March 24, 2026

㒸suì(sui4)

The character 㒸 (suì) primarily conveys the meanings of 'to obey' or 'to follow.' It can also refer to 'year,' 'season,' or 'harvest,' with an emphasis on agricultural contexts. This character is archaic and less commonly used in modern Mandarin, often replaced by 遂 (suì).

Strokes9Radical豕
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of obeying the natural cycles of the seasons is deeply rooted in agricultural practices. The character reflects the traditional importance of following seasonal changes for successful farming.

Memory Tip

Imagine a farmer (the character's meaning relates to harvest) following the seasons as they plant crops. The top part resembles a person (the farmer) obediently following the natural rhythm of the year, while the bottom suggests the cycles of growth, reminding you that 'suì' relates to following the seasons and harvesting.

Meanings of 㒸

suì(sui4)
1to obey, to follow; year, season, harvest
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About 㒸

㒸Simplified
9Strokes
豕Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 㒸 is less frequently used today, it is important to understand its meanings in historical texts. Be cautious not to confuse it with the more commonly used 遂 (suì), which has similar meanings. It is typically used in literary or formal contexts rather than in everyday conversation.

HSK Study Tips

Although 㒸 is not included in the HSK levels, it is beneficial for learners to recognize it as part of their broader vocabulary. Focus on its connections to agricultural terminology and classical literature, as this may help in understanding historical texts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 㒸 with 遂 due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '我会遵循㒸的季节' (Wǒ huì zūnxún 㒸 de jìjié) incorrectly uses 㒸 where 遂 should be used instead for clarity: '我会遵循遂的季节.'

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Etymology of 㒸

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Decomposition of 㒸

IDS Structure⿱丷豕
㒸Full Character
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丷ha5
top
豕shi3
bottom
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How to say to obey, to follow; year, season, harvest in Chinese

“to obey, to follow; year, season, harvest” in Chinese is㒸suì

The character 㒸 (suì) primarily conveys the meanings of 'to obey' or 'to follow.' It can also refer to 'year,' 'season,' or 'harvest,' with an emphasis on agricultural contexts. This character is archaic and less commonly used in modern Mandarin, often replaced by 遂 (suì).

When to use 㒸

While 㒸 is less frequently used today, it is important to understand its meanings in historical texts. Be cautious not to confuse it with the more commonly used 遂 (suì), which has similar meanings. It is typically used in literary or formal contexts rather than in everyday conversation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 㒸 with 遂 due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '我会遵循㒸的季节' (Wǒ huì zūnxún 㒸 de jìjié) incorrectly uses 㒸 where 遂 should be used instead for clarity: '我会遵循遂的季节.'

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Frequently Asked Questions about 㒸

No, 㒸 is an archaic character and is rarely used in contemporary language.

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