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March 24, 2026
儺nuó(nuo2)
The character 儺 (nuó) relates to the concept of richness or abundance. It is not commonly used in modern Mandarin but can be found in historical texts and classical literature, often associated with wealth and prosperity.
Strokes21Radical亻Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
儺 is related to traditional Chinese festivals where rituals are performed to invite prosperity and drive away misfortune, reflecting the cultural importance of wealth and abundance in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wealthy person dressed in ornate clothes holding a large sack of gold coins. The character 儺 resembles a figure holding something precious, emphasizing the idea of richness and abundance.
Meanings of 儺
nuó(nuo2)
1rich
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儺Simplified
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亻Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wealthy person dressed in ornate clothes holding a large sack of gold coins. The character 儺 resembles a figure holding something precious, emphasizing the idea of richness and abundance.
Usage Notes
儺 is rarely used in contemporary language and may appear in literary or historical contexts. Be cautious when using it in conversation, as it may sound overly formal or archaic. Common collocations include phrases about wealth or prosperity.
HSK Study Tips
儺 is not included in the HSK levels, but understanding it can enrich your vocabulary, especially in literary contexts. Focus on recognizing its usage in classical texts for a broader appreciation of Chinese literature.
Cultural Note
儺 is related to traditional Chinese festivals where rituals are performed to invite prosperity and drive away misfortune, reflecting the cultural importance of wealth and abundance in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 儺 with more common characters related to wealth, such as 富 (fù) for 'rich.' For example, saying '我很儺' (wǒ hěn nuó) instead of '我很富' (wǒ hěn fù) would be incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 儺
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儺 is related to traditional Chinese festivals where rituals are performed to invite prosperity and drive away misfortune, reflecting the cultural importance of wealth and abundance in Chinese society.
Word Family of 儺
Words Containing This Character2
傩nuóto exorcise demons儺
傩戏Anhui local opera儺戲
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Frequently Asked Questions about 儺
No, 儺 is mostly found in literary texts and is not commonly used in everyday speech.
You may encounter it in classical literature discussing themes of wealth or prosperity.
Connect it to the word 'wealth' in English; the 'n' sound is similar, and think of 'nuó' as the sound of coins being counted.
