Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
卓zhuó(Zhuo2)
卓 (zhuó) is a character that conveys the meaning of being outstanding, profound, or lofty. It is often used to describe excellence in various contexts, such as talent, achievements, or intellect. As a surname, 卓 is also common in Chinese-speaking communities.
Strokes8Radical十Frequency#12855DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
卓 is associated with the idea of excellence and is often used in educational settings, reflecting the cultural value placed on achievement and intellectual prowess in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tall and lofty mountain peak, representing excellence that stands above all others. The character 卓 features the 'table' radical (卓) at the bottom, suggesting something that stands out prominently, just like a table stands out in a room.
Meanings of 卓
zhuó(Zhuo2)
1outstanding
2profound, lofty, brilliant
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 卓
卓Simplified
8Strokes
十Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#12855Frequency Rank
Podcast: 卓
Podcast: 卓
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 卓
Quick Contrast
卓 (zhuó) vs 优 (yōu): Use 卓 for a sense of outstanding or lofty quality, while 优 emphasizes superiority or excellence in a more general sense.
Usage Notes
卓 is often used in formal contexts, such as academic or professional environments, to highlight achievements. Common collocations include '卓越' (outstanding) and '卓识' (profound insight). Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 卓 is not listed in the current HSK levels, it connects to concepts of excellence found in HSK vocabulary. Students should focus on its pronunciation and context to distinguish it from other words with similar tones.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 卓 with similar-sounding words, such as '拙' (zhuó), which means clumsy or awkward. Remember that 卓 has a positive connotation related to excellence, while '拙' is negative.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 卓
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 卓 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Pictograph of a person standing erect with something above the head. The significance of the object above the head is unclear.
1The giveawayTo foresee ⺊ the dawn 早 coming; 早 also provides the pronunciation
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
Every clue here comes from the character's recorded structure — nothing is guessed.
Want the full history of 卓? Jason searches the paleographic record, weighs the competing accounts and judges the popular story.
Charged once for this character — everyone reads it afterwards.
Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 卓?
Decomposition of 卓
IDS Structure⿱⺊早
卓Full Character
=
⺊—
top
早zao3
bottom
Exercise 1 of 2
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 卓?
How to say surname Zhuo in Chinese
“surname Zhuo” in Chinese is卓zhuó
卓 (zhuó) is a character that conveys the meaning of being outstanding, profound, or lofty. It is often used to describe excellence in various contexts, such as talent, achievements, or intellect. As a surname, 卓 is also common in Chinese-speaking communities.
When to use 卓
卓 is often used in formal contexts, such as academic or professional environments, to highlight achievements. Common collocations include '卓越' (outstanding) and '卓识' (profound insight). Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.
卓 or something close to it
卓 (zhuó) vs 优 (yōu): Use 卓 for a sense of outstanding or lofty quality, while 优 emphasizes superiority or excellence in a more general sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 卓 with similar-sounding words, such as '拙' (zhuó), which means clumsy or awkward. Remember that 卓 has a positive connotation related to excellence, while '拙' is negative.
Write 卓
卓
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 卓 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Grammar Patterns of 卓
卓 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
公司在降低成本方面付出了艰苦____绝的努力。
The company has made heroic efforts at cost reduction.
Example Sentences for 卓 (9)
Listen to all sentences once to receive XP
1
公司在降低成本方面付出了艰苦卓绝的努力。
gōng sī zài jiàng dī chéng běn fāng miàn fù chū le jiān kǔ zhuó jué de nǔ lì。
The company has made heroic efforts at cost reduction.
2
开始演奏前, 哈利先行调好他的班卓琴.
kāi shǐ yǎn zòu qián, , hā lì xiān háng tiáo hǎo tā de bān zhuó.
Before he began to play, Harry tuned up his banjo.
3
莫里斯先生认为博物馆作的广告卓有成效。
mò lǐ sī xiān shēng rèn wéi bó wù guǎn zuò de guǎng gào zhuó yǒu chéng xiào。
Mr Morris feels the museum is using advertising to good effect.
4
我之所以得到提拔是由于立下了所谓的英勇卓越的功勋。
wǒ zhī suǒ yǐ dé dào tí bá shì yóu yú lì xià le suǒ wèi de yīng yǒng zhuó yuè de gōng xūn。
I had been promoted for what was called gallant and meritorious service.
5
她非常忠于职守, 一位卓越的女警察.
tā fēi cháng zhōng yú zhí shǒu, , yī wèi zhuó yuè de nǚ jǐng.
She was strongly committed to her job, a policewoman by eminence.
6
这项卓越技术的清晰度比常规的X光高得多。
zhè xiàng zhuó yuè jì shù de qīng xī dù bǐ cháng guī deX X guāng gāo dé。
This remarkable technology provides far greater clarity than conventional x-rays.
7
最卓越最完美的小姐, 愿诸天为您散下芬芳的香雾!
zuì zhuó yuè zuì wán měi de xiǎo jiě, , yuàn zhū tiān wéi nín sàn xià fēn fāng de xiāng!
Most excellent accomplished lady, the heavens rain odours on you!
