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March 24, 2026
崎qí(qi2)
The character 崎 (qí) describes surfaces that are rough or uneven, often associated with mountainous or jagged terrains. It is commonly used in contexts related to geography, nature, and descriptions of landscapes, emphasizing the ruggedness of a place.
Strokes11Radical山Frequency#8506DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, landscapes are often celebrated in poetry and art, with rugged mountains symbolizing strength and endurance. The character 崎 captures the beauty and challenge of these natural formations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a rugged mountain peak sticking out sharply against the sky. The character 崎 looks like a jagged mountain, with the left side resembling a steep cliff, which helps you remember its meaning of 'jagged' or 'rugged'.
Meanings of 崎
qí(qi2)
1rough, uneven; jagged, rugged
2mountainous
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About 崎
崎Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 崎
Quick Contrast
崎 (qí) vs 陡 (dǒu) — use 崎 for rough or uneven surfaces, while 陡 emphasizes steepness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a rugged mountain peak sticking out sharply against the sky. The character 崎 looks like a jagged mountain, with the left side resembling a steep cliff, which helps you remember its meaning of 'jagged' or 'rugged'.
Usage Notes
While 崎 is often used in a poetic or descriptive sense, it can also appear in compound words like 崎岖 (qíqū), meaning 'rugged' or 'hilly'. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; the tone can change meanings significantly.
HSK Study Tips
Although 崎 is not listed in the HSK levels, it shares components with other characters related to nature and terrain, such as 山 (shān, mountain). Students should focus on recognizing its use in descriptive phrases related to landscapes.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, landscapes are often celebrated in poetry and art, with rugged mountains symbolizing strength and endurance. The character 崎 captures the beauty and challenge of these natural formations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 崎 with similar characters such as 奇 (qí, meaning 'strange') due to the similar pronunciation. It's important to pay attention to the context and meaning to avoid mixing them up.
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Grammar Patterns of 崎
崎 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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铺好的宽阔道路渐渐变窄,成了一条____岖不平的小径.
The wide paved road degenerated into a narrow bumpy track.
Example Sentences for 崎 (2)
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铺好的宽阔道路渐渐变窄,成了一条崎岖不平的小径.
pū hǎo de kuān kuò dào lù jiàn jiàn biàn zhǎi, , chéng le yī tiáo qí qū bù píng de xiǎo.
The wide paved road degenerated into a narrow bumpy track.
2
这些崎岖不平的路很快就把摩托车轮胎磨平了.
zhè xiē qí qū bù píng de lù hěn kuài jiù bǎ mó tuō chē lún tāi mó píng le.
These rough roads soon wore the tread of motorcycle tires off.
Cultural Notes for 崎
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, landscapes are often celebrated in poetry and art, with rugged mountains symbolizing strength and endurance. The character 崎 captures the beauty and challenge of these natural formations.
Word Family of 崎
Words Containing This Character10
崎qímountainous
崎岖rugged崎嶇
宫崎Miyazaki (Japanese surname and place name)宮崎
长崎Nagasaki, Japan長崎
川崎Kawasaki (name)
山崎Yamazaki or Yamasaki (Japanese surname)
龙崎Lungchi township in Tainan county 台南縣|台南县[Táinánxiàn], Taiwan龍崎
柏崎Kashiwazaki (Japanese surname)
岩崎Iwasaki (Japanese surname)
宫崎吾朗Miyazaki Gorō (1967-), Japanese film director宮崎吾朗
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Compound Meaning
What does 崎 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 崎
It is pronounced as 'qí', with a rising tone.
Yes, it can describe any rough or uneven surface, but it is most commonly associated with mountainous terrain.
A common phrase is 崎岖 (qíqū), which means 'rugged' or 'hilly'.
