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㕡 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
㕡hégully, pool; a ditch carved by a torrential rainx, 14 strokes, radical 谷
hé(he2) T2
  1. 1gully, pool; a ditch carved by a torrential rain
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March 24, 2026

㕡hé(he2)

The character 㕡 (hé) refers to a gully or pool, specifically a ditch formed by heavy rainfall. It is often used in contexts related to water flow and erosion, emphasizing the natural landscape shaped by weather phenomena.

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Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, water management and the effects of rain on agriculture are significant. Understanding terms like 㕡 can help learners appreciate traditional Chinese poetry and literature that often reflects on nature's impact.

Memory Tip

Imagine a heavy rainstorm creating a deep gully in the ground. The character 㕡 resembles a flowing stream, with the left side representing the flow of water and the right side suggesting the earth being carved away, helping you remember both its shape and meaning.

Meanings of 㕡

hé(he2)
1gully, pool; a ditch carved by a torrential rain
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About 㕡

㕡Simplified
14Strokes
谷Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 㕡

Usage Notes

This character is more commonly found in literary or formal contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it may be confused with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include phrases related to nature and geography.

HSK Study Tips

While 㕡 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of Chinese geography-related terms. Focus on recognizing the character in context, especially within texts discussing natural landscapes or environmental conditions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 㕡 with similar characters due to its less common usage. For example, saying '我喜欢㕡' ('I like gully') without context would be incorrect; it's better to describe a situation involving a gully instead.

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Etymology of 㕡

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
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Water flowing through a gorge 谷

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Case file: 㕡

  1. 1The giveawayWater flowing through a gorge 谷
  2. 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 㕡?

Decomposition of 㕡

IDS Structure⿰⿱?谷又
㕡Full Character
=
谷gu3
top
又you4
bottom
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How to say gully, pool; a ditch carved by a torrential rain in Chinese

“gully, pool; a ditch carved by a torrential rain” in Chinese is㕡hé

The character 㕡 (hé) refers to a gully or pool, specifically a ditch formed by heavy rainfall. It is often used in contexts related to water flow and erosion, emphasizing the natural landscape shaped by weather phenomena.

When to use 㕡

This character is more commonly found in literary or formal contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it may be confused with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include phrases related to nature and geography.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 㕡 with similar characters due to its less common usage. For example, saying '我喜欢㕡' ('I like gully') without context would be incorrect; it's better to describe a situation involving a gully instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 㕡

You pronounce it as 'hé', with a rising tone.

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