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March 24, 2026
僥jiǎo(jiao3)
The character 僥 (jiǎo) conveys the idea of achieving something fortuitously or by chance, often implying a sense of luck or serendipity. It is commonly used in contexts where outcomes are unexpected or fortuitous, such as winning a lottery or stumbling upon a good opportunity without planning.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, luck plays a significant role, especially in festivals and celebrations where people engage in activities believed to bring good fortune, such as firecrackers during Lunar New Year.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person (人) who feels lucky (僥) after finding a treasure by chance. The radical for person (人) stands out, reminding you that this character relates to fortune encountered unexpectedly.
Meanings of 僥
jiǎo(jiao3)
1to be lucky; by chance, by luck
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偶 (ǒu) - use 僥 when emphasizing luck in unexpected success, while 偶 focuses more on coincidence.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person (人) who feels lucky (僥) after finding a treasure by chance. The radical for person (人) stands out, reminding you that this character relates to fortune encountered unexpectedly.
Usage Notes
While 僥 can be used in both formal and informal settings, it is more commonly found in conversational Chinese when discussing luck. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; the tone is crucial here, as a mispronunciation can change its meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 僥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to other words related to luck or chance, such as 运气 (yùnqì, luck) and 偶然 (ǒurán, by chance). Focus on the context where 僥 is used to enhance understanding of similar concepts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, luck plays a significant role, especially in festivals and celebrations where people engage in activities believed to bring good fortune, such as firecrackers during Lunar New Year.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 僥 by using the wrong tone, such as jiāo instead of jiǎo. This can lead to confusion with unrelated words. Always practice the correct pronunciation to avoid misunderstandings.
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Cultural Notes for 僥
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In Chinese culture, luck plays a significant role, especially in festivals and celebrations where people engage in activities believed to bring good fortune, such as firecrackers during Lunar New Year.
Word Family of 僥
Words Containing This Character2
侥幸jiǎoxìngluckily僥倖
侥jiǎoby mere luck僥
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 僥
You can say 僥幸中了一等奖 (jiǎoxìng zhōng déle yī zhāng jiǎng), meaning 'I was lucky to win first prize.'
It is primarily used in informal contexts, but can appear in literature or speech discussing luck.
Synonyms include 幸运 (xìngyùn, lucky) and 偶然 (ǒurán, by chance), which convey similar meanings.
