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March 24, 2026
嘏gǔ(gu3)
The character 嘏 (gǔ) conveys a sense of great fortune, prosperity, and strength. It is often used in contexts celebrating auspicious events or wishing for longevity and success. While not commonly used in everyday language, it can be found in classical texts and auspicious phrases.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of prosperity and good fortune is deeply intertwined with traditions, such as during the Lunar New Year when families express wishes for a prosperous year ahead. 嘏 embodies these sentiments and can be found in blessings and well-wishing phrases.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant (the radical for 'large') sitting contently with a treasure chest of good fortune. The 'gǔ' sound can remind you of the joy and prosperity that comes with it, like a 'guy' who just won the lottery celebrating his luck.
Meanings of 嘏
gǔ(gu3)
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1felicity, prosperity; large and strong
2good fortune
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嘏Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant (the radical for 'large') sitting contently with a treasure chest of good fortune. The 'gǔ' sound can remind you of the joy and prosperity that comes with it, like a 'guy' who just won the lottery celebrating his luck.
Usage Notes
嘏 is relatively formal and may not appear in everyday conversation, making it important to understand its literary context. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters; pay attention to the tonal pronunciation: gǔ (third tone). It often appears in idiomatic expressions related to good fortune.
HSK Study Tips
While 嘏 is not part of the HSK levels, it can enrich vocabulary at higher levels. Students should focus on understanding its meaning in classical literature and its use in auspicious phrases, which often appear in cultural contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of prosperity and good fortune is deeply intertwined with traditions, such as during the Lunar New Year when families express wishes for a prosperous year ahead. 嘏 embodies these sentiments and can be found in blessings and well-wishing phrases.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 嘏 with similar characters like 佳 (jiā), which means 'good', due to their phonetic similarities. Ensure you remember that 嘏 specifically relates to prosperity and good fortune.
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Cultural Notes for 嘏
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of prosperity and good fortune is deeply intertwined with traditions, such as during the Lunar New Year when families express wishes for a prosperous year ahead. 嘏 embodies these sentiments and can be found in blessings and well-wishing phrases.
Word Family of 嘏
Words Containing This Character1
嘏gǔlongevity
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Frequently Asked Questions about 嘏
No, 嘏 is more often found in classical texts or specific auspicious phrases rather than in everyday conversation.
You might encounter 嘏 in phrases wishing for good fortune or longevity, especially during celebrations.
