to use the smoke of burning wormwood etc to repel insects
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
熰
ǒu
severe drought
x, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
熰
ǒu
copious smoke produced by smoldering firewood
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
熰
ǒu
exceptionally hot weather
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
熰
ǒu
half alight
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
熰
ǒu
to use the smoke of burning wormwood etc to repel insects
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 火, Very Hard
ōu(ou1)
primary
T1
1severe drought
2copious smoke produced by smoldering firewood
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March 24, 2026
熰ōu(ou1)
The character 熰 (ōu) refers to extreme heat conditions, often associated with severe drought or exceptionally hot weather. It can also describe the smoke produced by burning substances, particularly in contexts where the smoke is used to repel insects or other pests.
Strokes15Radical火Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese traditional practices, burning wormwood is a common method to repel insects, especially during summer months when heat and humidity create a breeding ground for pests.
Memory Tip
Imagine a scorching sun (the radical 火 for fire) over a parched landscape, where the air shimmers with heat. The 'ō' sound can be recalled by thinking of 'Oh, it’s hot!' as you fan yourself amid the smoke of burning wormwood, used to keep the bugs away.
Meanings of 熰
ōu(ou1)
primary
1severe drought
2copious smoke produced by smoldering firewood
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熰Simplified
15Strokes
火Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a scorching sun (the radical 火 for fire) over a parched landscape, where the air shimmers with heat. The 'ō' sound can be recalled by thinking of 'Oh, it’s hot!' as you fan yourself amid the smoke of burning wormwood, used to keep the bugs away.
Usage Notes
This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal or literary contexts. Learners may confuse it with similar characters for heat or smoke, so paying attention to context is essential.
HSK Study Tips
While not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding 熰 can enrich your knowledge of characters related to weather and natural phenomena. Students should focus on recognizing its components and related characters that describe heat and smoke.
Cultural Note
In Chinese traditional practices, burning wormwood is a common method to repel insects, especially during summer months when heat and humidity create a breeding ground for pests.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 熰 with 热 (rè), which means 'hot' in a more general sense. For example, saying '我觉得今天熰' is incorrect; it should be '我觉得今天热', as 熰 has a more specific and severe connotation.
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Cultural Notes for 熰
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese traditional practices, burning wormwood is a common method to repel insects, especially during summer months when heat and humidity create a breeding ground for pests.
Frequently Asked Questions about 熰
It is typically used in literary texts or discussions about extreme weather and natural conditions.
It is pronounced 'ōu', with a long 'o' sound.
It is not commonly used in daily conversations and is more appropriate in formal or literary contexts.
