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March 24, 2026
梧wú(wu2)
The character 梧 (wú) refers specifically to the Chinese parasol tree, known for its tall stature and broad leaves. It is often found in parks and gardens, symbolizing shelter and protection in Chinese culture due to its expansive canopy.
Strokes11Radical木Frequency#53178DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the 梧桐 tree is often associated with poetry and literature, as it is linked to the famous poet Li Bai, who wrote about the tree in his works. The tree is also considered a symbol of loyalty and perseverance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise owl sitting on the broad leaves of a tall tree, which helps you remember 'wú' sounds like 'who' and is associated with the majestic tree. The character 梧 is composed of the tree radical 木 (mù) and the phonetic component 吾 (wú), reinforcing its meaning as a tree.
Meanings of 梧
wú(wu2)
1Chinese parasol tree, Sterculia platanifolia
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About 梧
梧Simplified
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木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 梧
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise owl sitting on the broad leaves of a tall tree, which helps you remember 'wú' sounds like 'who' and is associated with the majestic tree. The character 梧 is composed of the tree radical 木 (mù) and the phonetic component 吾 (wú), reinforcing its meaning as a tree.
Usage Notes
When using 梧, it is important to specify its context, as it may not be familiar to all speakers. Common collocations include 梧桐树 (wú tóng shù - parasol tree) and 梧桐叶 (wú tóng yè - parasol tree leaves). Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that refer to other trees.
HSK Study Tips
Although 梧 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can enrich students' understanding of nature-related terms. Students should focus on the character's components and its association with trees to build connections with other botanical vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the 梧桐 tree is often associated with poetry and literature, as it is linked to the famous poet Li Bai, who wrote about the tree in his works. The tree is also considered a symbol of loyalty and perseverance.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 梧 with other tree characters due to similar sounds, such as 树 (shù - tree). Ensure to remember that 梧 specifically refers to the Chinese parasol tree.
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Grammar Patterns of 梧
梧 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
In Chinese culture, the 梧桐 tree is often associated with poetry and literature, as it is linked to the famous poet Li Bai, who wrote about the tree in his works. The tree is also considered a symbol of loyalty and perseverance.
Word Family of 梧
Words Containing This Character8
魁梧tall and sturdy
梧wúSterculia platanifolia
梧桐Chinese parasol tree
梧州Wuzhou prefecture level city in Guangxi
梧州市Wuzhou prefecture level city in Guangxi
苍梧Cangwu county in Wuzhou 梧州[Wúzhōu], Guangxi蒼梧
苍梧县Cangwu county in Wuzhou 梧州[Wúzhōu], Guangxi蒼梧縣
梧州地区Wuzhou prefecture in Guangxi梧州地區
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Frequently Asked Questions about 梧
The 梧 tree is significant as it symbolizes shelter and is often associated with poetry, representing loyalty and perseverance.
It is pronounced as 'wú', with a rising tone.
In modern usage, 梧 primarily refers to the Chinese parasol tree, with little variation in meaning.
