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March 24, 2026
叕zhuó(zhuo2)
The character 叕 (zhuó) primarily means to connect or join together. It can also convey the sense of lacking something or describe something as narrow and shallow, making it versatile in various contexts, especially in literary or formal language.
Strokes8Radical又Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese literature, the concept of connection often reflects social harmony and relationships; thus, 叕 embodies these themes of unity and connection in various literary works.
Memory Tip
Imagine two people reaching out to each other to connect hands, representing the joining together aspect of 叕. The character itself has a double structure, suggesting a duality in connection, while the 'zhuó' sound can remind you of 'jogging together' as a metaphor for connection.
Meanings of 叕
zhuó(zhuo2)
1to connect
2to join together
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About 叕
叕Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two people reaching out to each other to connect hands, representing the joining together aspect of 叕. The character itself has a double structure, suggesting a duality in connection, while the 'zhuó' sound can remind you of 'jogging together' as a metaphor for connection.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively formal and may not be frequently used in casual conversations. Be cautious of its nuanced meanings when using it in writing, as it may convey different connotations depending on context. Common collocations include phrases related to connection or relationships.
HSK Study Tips
Although 叕 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be linked to other characters related to connection like 接 (jiē) and 连接 (liánjiē), which are more commonly used at HSK levels 3 and 4. Focus on understanding its meanings in literary contexts.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese literature, the concept of connection often reflects social harmony and relationships; thus, 叕 embodies these themes of unity and connection in various literary works.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 叕 with similar characters like 连接 (liánjiē), leading to sentences like '我们需要连接' (Wǒmen xūyào liánjiē), which is less formal. Instead, use 叕 for a more literary context.
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Cultural Notes for 叕
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient Chinese literature, the concept of connection often reflects social harmony and relationships; thus, 叕 embodies these themes of unity and connection in various literary works.
Word Family of 叕
Words Containing This Character1
叕zhuóto lack
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 叕
You might say, '我们需要叕在一起' (Wǒmen xūyào zhuó zài yīqǐ), meaning 'We need to connect together.'
No, 叕 is more commonly found in literary texts or formal writing rather than in spoken language.
You can remember 'zhuó' by associating it with 'jogging together', as both imply a sense of connection.
