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俱 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
entirelydg, 10 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7609, Hard
without exceptiondg, 10 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7609, Hard
all, together; accompanydg, 10 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7609, Hard
(literary) to be togetherunknown, 10 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7609, Hard
to be alikeunknown, 10 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7609, Hard
(ju4) T4
  1. 1entirely
  2. 2without exception
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March 24, 2026
(ju4)

The character 俱 (jù) refers to the concept of togetherness or totality, indicating that something applies to all without exception. It is commonly used in literary contexts and can imply a sense of unity or accompaniment, as in the phrase 'together with' or 'all together'.

Strokes10RadicalFrequency#7609DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of togetherness is deeply valued, often seen in family gatherings or community events where everyone participates, reflecting the significance of unity. The use of 俱 in phrases can evoke a sense of inclusivity and harmony.

Memory Tip

Imagine a group of friends (i.e., 'all') holding hands together in a circle, emphasizing their unity. The character 俱 resembles the idea of 'gathering' (as the upper part looks like a roof over a gathering), and the pronunciation 'jù' sounds like 'join' which helps reinforce the concept of togetherness.

Meanings of 俱

(ju4)
1entirely
2without exception
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About 俱

Simplified
10Strokes
Radical
副语素fùcíadverb root (adv.root)Part of Speech
#7609Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 俱

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a group of friends (i.e., 'all') holding hands together in a circle, emphasizing their unity. The character 俱 resembles the idea of 'gathering' (as the upper part looks like a roof over a gathering), and the pronunciation 'jù' sounds like 'join' which helps reinforce the concept of togetherness.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 俱 with similar-sounding characters. This word is typically used in more formal or literary contexts, so it may not be suitable for casual conversation. Common collocations include 俱全 (jù quán - fully equipped) and 俱乐部 (jù lè bù - club).

HSK Study Tips

While 俱 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for learners aiming for advanced proficiency. Focus on understanding its use in literary texts and idiomatic expressions that emphasize togetherness or completeness, as this can enhance comprehension of more complex sentences.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of togetherness is deeply valued, often seen in family gatherings or community events where everyone participates, reflecting the significance of unity. The use of 俱 in phrases can evoke a sense of inclusivity and harmony.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misplace 俱 in sentences or confuse it with similar characters like 具 (jù). For example, saying '我俱去' (wǒ jù qù - I together go) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我一起去' (wǒ yīqǐ qù - I go together).

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Pronunciation of 俱

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Etymology of 俱

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 亻 represents the meaning and 具 represents the sound.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 俱?

Decomposition of 俱

IDS Structure⿰亻具
Full Character
=
ren2
left
ju4
right
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Which of these is a component of 俱?

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Grammar Patterns of 俱

俱 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

培养年轻球员应该是所有____乐部谋求发展之道。

Young players have got to be the way forward for every club.

Common Confusions with 俱

vs

Similar pronunciation and shape, but different meanings.

vs

Similar pronunciation and shape, but different meanings.

Exercise 1 of 1

Spot the Difference

Which character means "entirely"?

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Usage Notes for 俱

Misunderstanding UsageCommon Error

Learners may confuse 俱 with 具 due to similar pronunciation. 俱 emphasizes togetherness or entirety, while 具 refers to tools or implements.

1

他们俱来参加会议。

They all came to attend the meeting.

Exercise 1 of 1

Fill in the Blank

他们____来参加会议。

They all came to attend the meeting.

Example Sentences for 俱 (10)

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1
培养年轻球员应该是所有俱乐部谋求发展之道。

péi yǎng nián qīng qiú yuán yīng gāi shì suǒ yǒu jù lè bù móu qiú fā zhǎn zhī dào。

Young players have got to be the way forward for every club.
2
农场主俱乐部是为农业界人士创办的组织。

nóng cháng zhǔ jù lè bù shì wéi nóng yè jiè rén shì chuàng bàn de zǔ zhī。

The Farmers' Club is an organisation for people involved in agriculture.
3
673家私人高尔夫俱乐部参与了最近的研究。

673 673 jiā sī rén gāo ěr fū jù lè bù cān yǔ le zuì jìn de yán。

673 private golf clubs took part in a recent study.
4
这位大名鼎鼎的电影制片人声色俱厉地抨击了这些说法,称之为“无耻的谎言”。

zhè wèi dà míng dǐng dǐng de diàn yǐng zhì piàn rén shēng sè jù lì dì pēng jī le zhè xiē shuō fǎ, , chēng zhī“ wéi “ wú chǐ de”。

The famed film-maker slammed the claims as "an outrageous lie"
5
他因这番尖锐的批评而万念俱灰,茫然不知所措。

tā yīn zhè fān jiān ruì de pī píng ér wàn niàn jù huī, , máng rán bù zhī suǒ。

He was shattered and bewildered by this trenchant criticism.
6
那位要人到达时,俱乐部经理亲自陪他上楼。

nà wèi yào rén dào dá shí, , jù lè bù jīng lǐ qīn zì péi tā shàng。

When the great man arrived, the club's manager personally escorted him upstairs.
7
这家俱乐部在过去20年间知名度大增。

zhè jiā jù lè bù zài guò qù20 20 nián jiān zhī míng dù dà。

This club has grown in stature over the last 20 years.
8
本赛季该俱乐部已经有73,500名持有季票的观众。

běn sài jì gāi jù lè bù yǐ jīng yǒu73,500 73,500 míng chí yǒu jì piào de guān。

This season the club has had 73,500 season-ticket holders.
9
史密斯先生有条件地同意购买这家俱乐部的股份。

shǐ mì sī xiān shēng yǒu tiáo jiàn dì tóng yì gòu mǎi zhè jiā jù lè bù de gǔ fèn。

Mr Smith has conditionally agreed to buy a shareholding in the club.
10
那天晚上这两个男人在威尔逊俱乐部进了餐。

nà tiān wǎn shàng zhè liǎng gè nán rén zài wēi ěr xùn jù lè bù jìn le cān。

That night the two men dined at Wilson's club.

Cultural Notes for 俱

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of togetherness is deeply valued, often seen in family gatherings or community events where everyone participates, reflecting the significance of unity. The use of 俱 in phrases can evoke a sense of inclusivity and harmony.

Word Family of 俱

Words Containing This Character18
俱乐部jùlèbùclub (the organisation or its premises) (loanword)俱樂部
entirely
一应俱全yìyīngjùquánwith everything needed available一應俱全
与日俱增yǔrìjùzēngto increase steadily與日俱增
与生俱来inherent與生俱來
两败俱伤both sides suffer (idiom)兩敗俱傷
俱全every kind
面面俱到miànmiànjùdào(idiom) take care of everything; handle everything
俱佳excellent
万念俱灰every hope turns to dust (idiom); completely disheartened萬念俱灰
声泪俱下to shed tears while recounting sth聲淚俱下
万籁俱寂not a sound to be heard (idiom)萬籟俱寂
玉石俱焚to burn both jade and common stone
人赃俱获to be caught red-handed人贓俱獲
泥沙俱下good and bad mingle
心胆俱裂to be scared out of one's wits (idiom)心膽俱裂
百废俱兴work is now underway百廢俱興
人琴俱亡death of a close friend
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Compound Meaning

What does 俱乐部 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 俱

While 俱 (jù) is more commonly found in literary or formal contexts, it can still be used in modern Chinese, particularly in written language. You might encounter it in literature, academic writing, or formal speeches.