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March 24, 2026
浠xī(xi1)
The character 浠 (xī) refers specifically to a river located in Hubei province, China. It is often used in geographical contexts and may appear in place names or discussions about regional features. The character embodies the connection between water and location, emphasizing the importance of rivers in Chinese geography.
Strokes10Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Rivers hold significant cultural importance in Chinese society, often symbolizing prosperity and life. The 浠 River, being part of Hubei's geography, plays a role in the local culture and economy, reinforcing the connection between water and community.
Memory Tip
Imagine the character 浠 as a flowing river (represented by the water radical 氵) cutting through the landscape of Hubei, where it brings life and sustenance. The pronunciation 'xī' can remind you of the 'see' in 'see the river', linking the sound to the visual of water.
Meanings of 浠
xī(xi1)
1a river in Hubei province
2name of a river in Hubei
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine the character 浠 as a flowing river (represented by the water radical 氵) cutting through the landscape of Hubei, where it brings life and sustenance. The pronunciation 'xī' can remind you of the 'see' in 'see the river', linking the sound to the visual of water.
Usage Notes
While 浠 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it is important in specific contexts, like geography or local history. Be mindful of the tone; it should be pronounced with a high level tone (xī) to avoid confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 浠 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to the broader theme of water-related words found in HSK levels. Students should focus on similar characters with the water radical to expand their understanding of related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
Rivers hold significant cultural importance in Chinese society, often symbolizing prosperity and life. The 浠 River, being part of Hubei's geography, plays a role in the local culture and economy, reinforcing the connection between water and community.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 浠 with similar sounding characters like 西 (xī, meaning 'west'). It's important to remember the water radical in 浠 to distinguish it and correctly associate it with the meaning of 'river'.
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Cultural Notes for 浠
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Rivers hold significant cultural importance in Chinese society, often symbolizing prosperity and life. The 浠 River, being part of Hubei's geography, plays a role in the local culture and economy, reinforcing the connection between water and community.
Word Family of 浠
Words Containing This Character3
浠xīname of a river in Hubei
浠水Xishui county in Huanggang 黃岡|黄冈[Huánggāng], Hubei
浠水县Xishui county in Huanggang 黃岡|黄冈[Huánggāng], Hubei浠水縣
