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仡 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
仡gēstrong; valiant, bravenz, 5 strokes, radical 亻
仡gēTaiwan pr. [Qi4]unknown, 5 strokes, radical 亻
仡yìstrong; valiant, bravenz, 5 strokes, radical 亻
仡yìTaiwan pr. [Qi4]unknown, 5 strokes, radical 亻
gē(Ge1)ge
primary
T1
  1. 1strong; valiant, brave
  2. 2Taiwan pr. [Qi4]
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March 24, 2026

仡gē(Ge1)

The character 仡 (gē) is used to describe someone who is strong, valiant, or brave. It is often associated with the Gelao ethnic group, which is known for its robust cultural identity in Guizhou. Its usage can be seen in various contexts where strength or bravery is celebrated.

Strokes5Radical亻
Cultural note

The Gelao ethnic group, associated with this character, has a distinct cultural heritage that includes traditional customs and festivals in Guizhou. Understanding this character can provide insight into the rich diversity of China's ethnic groups.

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Imagine a valiant warrior standing strong against the wind, with the character 仡 resembling a figure standing tall. The pronunciation 'gē' sounds like 'gale', which can remind you of a strong wind representing strength.

Meanings of 仡

gē(Ge1)
primary
1strong; valiant, brave
2Taiwan pr. [Qi4]
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About 仡

仡Simplified
5Strokes
亻Radical
其它专名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 仡 with similar characters due to its unique structure. This character is more formal and is often used in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be mindful of its tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other characters.

HSK Study Tips

Although 仡 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it shares themes of strength with other characters at higher levels. Students should focus on recognizing its components and pronunciation to enhance their understanding of related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly write 仡 as similar-looking characters like 佳 (jiā) or 伽 (qiā). Ensure to memorize its unique structure to avoid this confusion.

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Etymology of 仡

Decomposition of 仡

IDS Structure⿰亻乞
仡Full character
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亻ren2
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How to say strong; valiant, brave in Chinese

“strong; valiant, brave” in Chinese is仡gē

The character 仡 (gē) is used to describe someone who is strong, valiant, or brave. It is often associated with the Gelao ethnic group, which is known for its robust cultural identity in Guizhou. Its usage can be seen in various contexts where strength or bravery is celebrated.

When to use 仡

Learners often confuse 仡 with similar characters due to its unique structure. This character is more formal and is often used in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be mindful of its tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other characters.

What learners get wrong

Learners might mistakenly write 仡 as similar-looking characters like 佳 (jiā) or 伽 (qiā). Ensure to memorize its unique structure to avoid this confusion.

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Word Family of 仡

Words containing this character4
仡佬族Gelao or Klau ethnic group of Guizhou
仡gēTaiwan pr. [Qì]
务川仡佬族苗族自治县Wuchuan Klau and Hmong Autonomous County in Zun'yi 遵義|遵义[Zūn​yì], northeast Guizhou務川仡佬族苗族自治縣
道真仡佬族苗族自治县Daozhen Klau and Hmong Autonomous County in Zun'yi 遵義|遵义[Zūn​yì], northeast Guizhou道真仡佬族苗族自治縣
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Frequently asked questions about 仡

It means strong or brave, particularly in cultural contexts.

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