榍 (xiè) refers to a type of tree known as the 'Chinese catalpa,' which is valued for its beautiful flowers and durable wood. This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in botanical texts or discussions about traditional Chinese medicine where the tree's properties are mentioned.
14 strokes, radical 木, Very Hard
xiè(xie4) T4
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March 24, 2026
榍()xiè(xie4)
榍 (xiè) refers to a type of tree known as the 'Chinese catalpa,' which is valued for its beautiful flowers and durable wood. This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in botanical texts or discussions about traditional Chinese medicine where the tree's properties are mentioned.
Strokes14Radical木Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The Chinese catalpa tree holds significance in traditional Chinese medicine and is often associated with beauty and resilience in Chinese poetry and literature.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 榍 as a tree (木) with a special quality (榍). The left side shows the tree radical, hinting at its meaning related to wood, while the right side (解) suggests something intricate or delicate, reflecting the beauty of the flowers.
About 榍
榍Simplified
Traditional
14Strokes
木Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 榍
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 榍 as a tree (木) with a special quality (榍). The left side shows the tree radical, hinting at its meaning related to wood, while the right side (解) suggests something intricate or delicate, reflecting the beauty of the flowers.
Usage Notes
This character is rarely used in modern Mandarin, so learners may encounter it primarily in literary or botanical contexts. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; pay attention to tones, as 'xiè' is pronounced with a falling tone.
HSK Study Tips
As 榍 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, learners should focus on more commonly used words with the tree radical. This character could serve as an interesting reference point for understanding specialized vocabulary in botany.
Cultural Note
The Chinese catalpa tree holds significance in traditional Chinese medicine and is often associated with beauty and resilience in Chinese poetry and literature.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 榍 in everyday conversation, thinking it is a common term. It's important to remember that this word is quite specialized and not frequently encountered.
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Cultural Notes for 榍
🏮Cultural insight
The Chinese catalpa tree holds significance in traditional Chinese medicine and is often associated with beauty and resilience in Chinese poetry and literature.
Frequently Asked Questions about 榍
榍 refers to the Chinese catalpa tree, known for its flowers and wood.
No, it is primarily found in botanical contexts or literature.
