Meanings of 檜
By ear
Play it, then pick what 檜 means.
About 檜
Podcast: 檜
Podcast: 檜
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 檜
When using 檜 in conversation, be aware that it is more common in formal contexts related to botany or carpentry. A common mistake is confusing it with other types of wood; be sure to specify 'Chinese cypress' when clarity is needed. Collocations include phrases like '檜木家具' (cypress wood furniture).
While 檜 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to Level 3-4 vocabulary related to nature and materials. Students should focus on recognizing wood-related terms and their applications in various contexts.
Learners often mispronounce 檜 as 'huái' due to confusion with similar sounding characters. Remember, the correct pronunciation is 'guì'. Another common mistake is using it interchangeably with other wood types; it specifically refers to cypress or juniper, not just any wood.
Pronunciation of 檜
Drill the tone of 檜 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 檜 to you
Let me explain 檜 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 檜 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
How well do you know 檜?
Learning Lab
Knowing 檜 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 檜
Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 会 represents the sound. Simplified form of 檜.
tree
Origin
檜 = 木 + 會. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 檜
Parts
Which of these is part of 檜?
How to say Chinese cypress, Chinese juniper in Chinese
“Chinese cypress, Chinese juniper” in Chinese is檜
The character 檜 (guì) refers to the Chinese cypress or Chinese juniper, both of which are coniferous trees known for their aromatic wood and durability. It is often used in contexts related to woodworking, traditional architecture, and landscaping, emphasizing the tree's significance in Chinese culture and its practical uses.
When to use 檜
When using 檜 in conversation, be aware that it is more common in formal contexts related to botany or carpentry. A common mistake is confusing it with other types of wood; be sure to specify 'Chinese cypress' when clarity is needed. Collocations include phrases like '檜木家具' (cypress wood furniture).
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 檜 as 'huái' due to confusion with similar sounding characters. Remember, the correct pronunciation is 'guì'. Another common mistake is using it interchangeably with other wood types; it specifically refers to cypress or juniper, not just any wood.
Write 檜
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 檜 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 檜?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
Word Family of 檜
Characters with 檜
What does 桧 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 檜
檜 specifically refers to cypress or juniper trees, which are different from 木 (wood) that is a general term for all wood types, and 杉 (shān) which refers to cedar.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 檜?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.