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March 24, 2026
圾jī(ji1)
The character '圾' (jī) primarily refers to garbage or rubbish, often used in conjunction with '垃' to form '垃圾' (lā jī). It can also imply shaking or danger in different contexts. This character is commonly encountered in discussions about waste management or environmental issues.
Strokes6Radical土Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
'垃圾' is a significant term in discussions about sustainability and environmental protection in China, especially as the country has been increasingly addressing waste management issues and encouraging recycling practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a pile of garbage shaking and emitting a foul smell. The character '圾' resembles a pile, with the left side suggesting the earth (土) and the right side indicating the action of shaking (as if trash is being stirred). This visual can help you remember both its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 圾
jī(ji1)
1Taiwan pr. [sè]
2garbage, rubbish; shaking; danger
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About 圾
圾Simplified
6Strokes
土Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4
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AI Study Notes for 圾
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a pile of garbage shaking and emitting a foul smell. The character '圾' resembles a pile, with the left side suggesting the earth (土) and the right side indicating the action of shaking (as if trash is being stirred). This visual can help you remember both its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
When using '圾', it is most commonly found in the term '垃圾' (lā jī) for garbage. A common mistake is confusing it with other characters that sound similar, like '基' (jī), which means base or foundation. Ensure you use the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although '圾' is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is essential for learners to recognize it since it frequently appears in daily conversations and environmental discussions. Focus on its usage within '垃圾' to gain familiarity.
Cultural Note
'垃圾' is a significant term in discussions about sustainability and environmental protection in China, especially as the country has been increasingly addressing waste management issues and encouraging recycling practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly write '圾' with the wrong radicals or confuse it with similar sounding characters. For example, writing '基' instead of '圾' leads to a completely different meaning (base vs. garbage).
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Common Confusions with 圾
圾vs花
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Similar visual structure with a different meaning.
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Which character means "Taiwan pr. [sè]"?
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Cultural Notes for 圾
💡Did you know?
'垃圾' (lā jī) is a commonly used term in daily life in China, often seen on signs in public places. The character '圾' emphasizes the importance of proper waste disposal and environmental awareness.
🏮Cultural insight
'垃圾' is a significant term in discussions about sustainability and environmental protection in China, especially as the country has been increasingly addressing waste management issues and encouraging recycling practices.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In many cultures, garbage is a significant environmental issue. In China, efforts are being made to improve waste management systems, including recycling and reducing plastic use, which reflects a growing global concern about sustainability.
Word Family of 圾
Words Containing This Character6
垃圾lājītrash
垃圾桶lājītǒngrubbish bin
垃圾堆garbage heap
垃圾箱rubbish can
垃圾车garbage truck (or other vehicle)垃圾車
圾jītrash
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Compound Meaning
What does 垃圾 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 圾
In Taiwan, the character 圾 can be pronounced as [se4] or [sè], which is different from its standard pronunciation of jī in mainland China. Understanding regional pronunciations can help learners communicate more effectively across different Chinese-speaking areas.
垃圾 (lā jī) is the common term for 'garbage' in Chinese, while 圾 (jī) is a less frequently used character that relates to the same concept. 圾 is often found in more specific or literary contexts.
You can use 垃圾 (lā jī) in a sentence like '请把垃圾扔掉' (qǐng bǎ lā jī rēng diào), which means 'Please throw away the garbage.' This phrase can be useful in everyday conversations when discussing trash disposal.
圾 (jī) is a character associated with garbage or rubbish, often seen in the word 垃圾 (lā jī), which means 'trash' or 'garbage' in Chinese. In Taiwan, it can also be pronounced as [se4] or [sè]. The character can imply shaking or danger in other contexts as well.
'圾' is pronounced as 'jī' in Mandarin.
'垃圾' specifically refers to garbage or rubbish, while '废物' (fèiwù) can mean waste or useless things more broadly.
While '圾' can be recognized, it is rarely used alone and is primarily seen as part of the word '垃圾'.
