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March 24, 2026
尗shū(shu1)
The character 尗 (shū) refers to a younger brother or a father's younger brother in a familial context. It is considered an archaic variant of 菽 (shū), meaning 'bean', and also of 叔 (shū), which means 'uncle'. This character is rarely used in modern Mandarin but may appear in classical texts or discussions of family relationships.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, familial hierarchy and relationships are significant, with specific terms for different family members. The use of characters like 尗 reflects the importance placed on lineage and familial bonds in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a younger brother (弟弟) holding a large bean (豆) in his hand, representing the character 尗. The left side '耳' suggests listening to family, while the right side relates to the sound 'shū', like a younger brother calling out for attention.
Meanings of 尗
shū(shu1)
1younger brother; father's younger brother
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a younger brother (弟弟) holding a large bean (豆) in his hand, representing the character 尗. The left side '耳' suggests listening to family, while the right side relates to the sound 'shū', like a younger brother calling out for attention.
Usage Notes
Due to its archaic status, 尗 is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious with its pronunciation and context, as using it in modern settings may lead to confusion. It's important to recognize this character mainly in literary or historical texts.
HSK Study Tips
As 尗 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, focus on understanding its historical context and relation to other familial terms at your level. Consider how it connects to other characters like 叔 (shū) and its usage in classical literature.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, familial hierarchy and relationships are significant, with specific terms for different family members. The use of characters like 尗 reflects the importance placed on lineage and familial bonds in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 尗 with more commonly used terms like 叔 (shū). For example, saying '我有一个尗' (I have a younger brother) is incorrect; the proper term would be '我有一个弟弟' (I have a younger brother).
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Cultural Notes for 尗
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In traditional Chinese culture, familial hierarchy and relationships are significant, with specific terms for different family members. The use of characters like 尗 reflects the importance placed on lineage and familial bonds in Chinese society.
Word Family of 尗
Words Containing This Character1
尗shūarchaic variant of 菽[shū]
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Frequently Asked Questions about 尗
No, 尗 is considered archaic and is rarely used in contemporary language.
It is related to 叔 (shū), meaning 'uncle', and is used to denote a younger brother or father's younger brother in classical contexts.
You might find 尗 in classical literature or historical texts discussing family relationships.
