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March 24, 2026
氺shui(shui5)
氺 is an archaic variant of the character 水 (shui), which means 'water.' It is rarely used in modern contexts and is primarily found in historical texts or specific cultural references. Understanding this character can provide insights into the evolution of Chinese writing and the significance of water in Chinese culture.
Strokes5Radical氺Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, water is associated with nourishment and life, featuring prominently in philosophy and art. The character 氺, though rarely used, reflects this deep connection to water's significance in Chinese history and literature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flowing stream where '氺' looks like waves of water. The left side resembles a flowing river, and the '水' at the bottom is like the surface of a pond. Picture the sound 'shui' as a gentle splash, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 氺
shui(shui5)
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氺Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 氺
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flowing stream where '氺' looks like waves of water. The left side resembles a flowing river, and the '水' at the bottom is like the surface of a pond. Picture the sound 'shui' as a gentle splash, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
Since 氺 is an archaic form, it is not commonly used in everyday conversation or writing. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with the more frequently used 水 (shui). It is important to recognize the context in which it appears, primarily in historical or classical literature.
HSK Study Tips
氺 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but learners should focus on 水 (shui) as it is essential for HSK levels. By understanding 氺, students can appreciate the historical depth and context of the character 水, reinforcing their grasp of the language's development.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, water is associated with nourishment and life, featuring prominently in philosophy and art. The character 氺, though rarely used, reflects this deep connection to water's significance in Chinese history and literature.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 氺 in place of 水 in casual conversation, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我想要氺' (I want water) is incorrect; instead, use '我想要水.'
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Cultural Notes for 氺
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, water is associated with nourishment and life, featuring prominently in philosophy and art. The character 氺, though rarely used, reflects this deep connection to water's significance in Chinese history and literature.
Word Family of 氺
Words Containing This Character1
氺shuiarchaic variant of 水[shuǐ]
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Frequently Asked Questions about 氺
Learning 氺 can deepen your understanding of the history of the Chinese language and its characters, as well as enhance your appreciation for classical literature.
No, it is not acceptable to use 氺 in modern writing; it is outdated and not recognized in contemporary contexts.
氺 is an archaic variant of 水, and they share the same meaning of 'water.' Understanding both can provide insight into the character's evolution.
