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March 24, 2026
桅wéi(wei2)
The character 桅 (wéi) refers specifically to the mast of a ship, which is a tall vertical structure that supports the sails and rigging. It is commonly used in maritime contexts, particularly when discussing sailing ships or nautical terminology.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, ships and sailing were essential for trade and exploration, especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The mast (桅) played a crucial role in the development of maritime activities.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tall tree (木) standing straight up, holding sails (帆) high in the air, just like a ship's mast. The shape of the character 桅, with its components, can remind you of how a mast rises above the deck, supporting the sails.
Meanings of 桅
wéi(wei2)
1a ship's mast
2mast
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tall tree (木) standing straight up, holding sails (帆) high in the air, just like a ship's mast. The shape of the character 桅, with its components, can remind you of how a mast rises above the deck, supporting the sails.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 桅 with similar characters that relate to different types of poles or structures. This term is generally used in formal contexts related to nautical themes. Common collocations include 桅杆 (mast pole) or 船桅 (ship's mast).
HSK Study Tips
While 桅 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be linked to HSK Level 3 terms related to travel and transportation. Focus on maritime vocabulary to build context around this character.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, ships and sailing were essential for trade and exploration, especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The mast (桅) played a crucial role in the development of maritime activities.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 桅 with similar characters like 楼 (building) or 杆 (pole). Remember, 桅 specifically refers to a ship's mast, while the others have different meanings related to structures.
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Grammar Patterns of 桅
桅 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 2 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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欣赏优秀的高____横帆船摄影作品是种乐趣。
A well-executed shot of a tall ship is a joy to behold.
Example Sentences for 桅 (8)
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1
欣赏优秀的高桅横帆船摄影作品是种乐趣。
xīn shǎng yōu xiù de gāo wéi héng fān chuán shè yǐng zuò pǐn shì zhǒng lè qù。
A well-executed shot of a tall ship is a joy to behold.
2
船的桅杆和教堂的塔尖一样高.
chuán de wéi gān hé jiào táng de tǎ jiān yī yàng gāo.
Lay out aloft, there, half a dozen of ye -- foretopmaststuns'l!
4
纸圈挂在这些桅杆上,形成许多长条的花彩.
zhǐ quān guà zài zhè xiē wéi gān shàng, , xíng chéng xǔ duō cháng tiáo de huā.
The paper is looped over these spars in long festoons.
5
坚固的云杉木做成的桅杆已经弯得像一把弓，那一刻我觉得它马上就要断了。
jiān gù de yún shān mù zuò chéng de wéi gān yǐ jīng wān dé xiàng yī bǎ gōng， ， nà yī kè wǒ jué dé tā mǎ shàng jiù yào duàn。
The mast, which was a solid spruce spar, bent like a bow, and for a moment I thought we were going to lose it.
6
他们使单桅小船倾斜适当, 让它顶着风向前滑去.
tā mén shǐ dān wéi xiǎo chuán qīng xié shì dāng, , ràng tā dǐng zháo fēng xiàng qián huá.
They heeled the sloop well over, skimming it along to windward.
7
“ 大横帆 、 中桅帆 、 三角帆, 船长. ”
“ “ dà héng、 fān 、 zhōng、 wéi fān 、, sān jiǎo.”
" Courses, tops'ls, and flying - jib, sir. "
8
他举起桅杆,扛在肩上,顺着大路走去.
tā jǔ qǐ wéi gān, , káng zài jiān, shàng , shùn zháo dà lù.
He picked the mast up and put it on his shoulder and started up the road.
Cultural Notes for 桅
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, ships and sailing were essential for trade and exploration, especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The mast (桅) played a crucial role in the development of maritime activities.
Word Family of 桅
Words Containing This Character2
桅wéimast
桅杆mast
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Compound Meaning
What does 桅 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 桅
The pronunciation is wéi, with a rising tone.
桅 primarily means 'mast', and it has no significant additional meanings.
