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垂 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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垂
chuí
to hang (down)
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
droop
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
dangle
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
bend down
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
hand down
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
bequeath
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
nearly
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
almost
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
to approach
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
垂
chuí
to hang, to dangle; to hand down, to bequeath; almost, near
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 土, rank #8793, Very Hard
chuí(chui2)chui T2
1to hang (down)
2droop
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March 24, 2026
垂chuí(chui2)
The character 垂 (chuí) primarily means 'to hang down' or 'to droop.' It is often used in contexts where something is suspended or lowered, such as branches of a tree or hair. Additionally, it can convey the idea of approaching or nearly reaching something.
Strokes8Radical土Frequency#8793DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the drooping of branches or hair can symbolize aging or wisdom, as seen in poetry and literature. The concept of handing down wisdom or tradition is also significant, making 垂 relevant in discussions about heritage.
Memory tip
Imagine a tree branch (土, representing earth) that is so heavy with fruit that it starts to droop down (垂). Visualize the fruit almost touching the ground, and think of 'chuí' rhyming with 'dangle,' helping you remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 垂
chuí(chui2)
1to hang (down)
2droop
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About 垂
垂Simplified
8Strokes
土Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#8793Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
垂 (chuí) vs 低 (dī) — use 垂 when emphasizing the action of hanging down, while 低 refers more generally to a lower position.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 垂 with similar characters like 悬 (xuán) which also means to hang but with a different nuance. 垂 is more informal and typically used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing. Be careful with tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
Though 垂 is not included in HSK levels, it connects with vocabulary related to movement and position, such as 走 (zǒu - to walk) and 倒 (dào - to fall). Students should focus on using 垂 in context, especially in descriptive language.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 垂 with other characters that have a similar visual structure. For instance, using it incorrectly in the phrase '垂下头' (chuí xià tóu - hang head) instead of '低下头' (dī xià tóu) which means to lower the head. Always ensure the context fits the nuances of 垂.
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The character 垂 (chuí) primarily means 'to hang down' or 'to droop.' It is often used in contexts where something is suspended or lowered, such as branches of a tree or hair. Additionally, it can convey the idea of approaching or nearly reaching something.
When to use 垂
Common mistakes include confusing 垂 with similar characters like 悬 (xuán) which also means to hang but with a different nuance. 垂 is more informal and typically used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing. Be careful with tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
垂 or something close to it
垂 (chuí) vs 低 (dī) — use 垂 when emphasizing the action of hanging down, while 低 refers more generally to a lower position.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 垂 with other characters that have a similar visual structure. For instance, using it incorrectly in the phrase '垂下头' (chuí xià tóu - hang head) instead of '低下头' (dī xià tóu) which means to lower the head. Always ensure the context fits the nuances of 垂.
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Grammar patterns of 垂
垂 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 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.
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善于倾听的人甚至坐姿也很坦荡端正：身体放松，双臂自然下____。
Good listeners even sit in an open way: relaxed, arms loose.
