The character 惢 (suǒ) is an uncommon word that refers to a feeling of yearning or longing, often associated with nostalgia or a deep emotional desire for something or someone. It is not frequently used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in poetic or literary contexts.
12 strokes, radical 心, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
惢()suǒ(suo3)
The character 惢 (suǒ) is an uncommon word that refers to a feeling of yearning or longing, often associated with nostalgia or a deep emotional desire for something or someone. It is not frequently used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in poetic or literary contexts.
Strokes12Radical心Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, emotions of longing and nostalgia are often expressed through specific characters like 惢, reflecting the cultural value placed on deep emotional experiences and connections.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heart (心) that is weighed down by a heavy stone (石), symbolizing the deep yearning (想) inside. The stone's weight represents the burden of longing, and the heart's desire to lift it reflects the essence of 惢 (suǒ).
About 惢
惢Simplified
Traditional
12Strokes
心Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a heart (心) that is weighed down by a heavy stone (石), symbolizing the deep yearning (想) inside. The stone's weight represents the burden of longing, and the heart's desire to lift it reflects the essence of 惢 (suǒ).
Usage Notes
Learners should be cautious not to confuse 惢 with similar-sounding words like 所 (suǒ) which has a very different meaning. This character is rarely used in modern spoken Mandarin, making it more suitable for reading classical literature or poetry.
HSK Study Tips
Since 惢 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners at this level should focus on more common characters related to emotions, such as 爱 (love) and 想 (think). Understanding their usage can help in grasping the subtleties of feelings expressed with 惢.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, emotions of longing and nostalgia are often expressed through specific characters like 惢, reflecting the cultural value placed on deep emotional experiences and connections.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 惢 in informal contexts, where simpler emotions can be expressed with more common words. For example, saying 惢 when one actually means 想 (xiǎng) can lead to confusion.
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Cultural Notes for 惢
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese poetry, emotions of longing and nostalgia are often expressed through specific characters like 惢, reflecting the cultural value placed on deep emotional experiences and connections.
Frequently Asked Questions about 惢
No, 惢 is not commonly used in everyday conversation; it is more likely to be found in literary contexts.
Synonyms include 思念 (sīniàn) for missing someone and 渴望 (kěwàng) for yearning.
