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果 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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果
guǒ
fruit
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
果
guǒ
result
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
果
guǒ
resolute
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
果
guǒ
indeed
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
果
guǒ
if really
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
果
guǒ
fruit, nut; result
HSK 1, ng, 8 strokes, radical 木, rank #4349, Easy
guǒ(guo3)guo T3
1fruit
2result
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March 24, 2026
果guǒ(guo3)
The character 果 (guǒ) primarily means 'fruit' and is used in contexts relating to edible fruits as well as metaphorically to signify the 'results' or 'outcomes' of actions. In a broader sense, it can imply resoluteness or certainty, often appearing in phrases to express affirmation or confirmation.
Strokes8Radical木Frequency#4349DifficultyEasy
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, fruit is often associated with prosperity and good fortune, especially during celebrations and festivals. The character 果 often appears in traditional contexts, like offering fruits during family gatherings or ceremonies.
Memory tip
Imagine a tree (木) bearing a large, juicy fruit (果) that represents the results of hard work. The sound 'guǒ' is similar to 'gore' which can remind you of biting into the flesh of the fruit, reinforcing the idea of enjoying the results of labor.
Meanings of 果
guǒ(guo3)
1fruit
2result
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About 果
果Simplified
8Strokes
木Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
#4349Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L1
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Quick Contrast
果 (guǒ, fruit) vs 菜 (cài, vegetable) — use 果 when referring specifically to fruits, while 菜 denotes vegetables.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 果 with other similar characters, such as 过 (guò), which means 'to pass' or 'to exceed'. It's also important to use the right tone; a common error is to mispronounce it as guó (with a rising tone), which changes the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
While 果 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it is still a useful character to know as it appears in many common phrases and idioms. Students should focus on its various meanings and practice using it in context, especially in phrases like '果然' (guǒrán), meaning 'indeed'.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is using 果 in place of 过, leading to sentences like '我果去商店' instead of '我过去商店' (I go to the store). Remember that 果 relates to fruit or results, not actions like passing.
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The character 果 (guǒ) primarily means 'fruit' and is used in contexts relating to edible fruits as well as metaphorically to signify the 'results' or 'outcomes' of actions. In a broader sense, it can imply resoluteness or certainty, often appearing in phrases to express affirmation or confirmation.
When to use 果
Learners often confuse 果 with other similar characters, such as 过 (guò), which means 'to pass' or 'to exceed'. It's also important to use the right tone; a common error is to mispronounce it as guó (with a rising tone), which changes the meaning entirely.
果 or something close to it
果 (guǒ, fruit) vs 菜 (cài, vegetable) — use 果 when referring specifically to fruits, while 菜 denotes vegetables.
What learners get wrong
A frequent mistake is using 果 in place of 过, leading to sentences like '我果去商店' instead of '我过去商店' (I go to the store). Remember that 果 relates to fruit or results, not actions like passing.
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Grammar patterns of 果
果 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 6 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.
