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March 24, 2026
疽jū(ju1)
The character 疽 (jū) refers to a type of skin infection or sore, specifically an ulcer, carbuncle, or abscess. It can also denote gangrene, which is the death of body tissue due to a lack of blood flow or a serious bacterial infection. This term is used primarily in medical contexts and discussions related to health conditions.
Strokes10Radical疒Frequency#24608DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the understanding of ulcers and infections like 疽 reflects a broader view of health that considers balance and energy flow in the body. Such terms often appear in discussions about herbal remedies and treatments.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'juicy' sore that is festering and unhealthy, reminiscent of a bad ulcer. The character 疽 has a radical 疒 (sickness) on the left, emphasizing its medical nature, while 'jū' sounds like 'juicy'—a vivid contrast to the unpleasantness of an infection.
Meanings of 疽
jū(ju1)
1ulcer, carbuncle, abscess
2gangrene
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AI Study Notes for 疽
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'juicy' sore that is festering and unhealthy, reminiscent of a bad ulcer. The character 疽 has a radical 疒 (sickness) on the left, emphasizing its medical nature, while 'jū' sounds like 'juicy'—a vivid contrast to the unpleasantness of an infection.
Usage Notes
While discussing health, ensure to use 疽 appropriately, as it is a formal term mainly used in medical settings. A common mistake is to confuse it with more general terms for wounds or sores, like 创 (chuāng). Remember that context is crucial when using this term, as it carries a serious connotation.
HSK Study Tips
Though 疽 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other medical terms that may be encountered in advanced studies. Focus on the radicals, especially 疒, to help identify and understand other related medical terms.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the understanding of ulcers and infections like 疽 reflects a broader view of health that considers balance and energy flow in the body. Such terms often appear in discussions about herbal remedies and treatments.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 疽 with 伤 (shāng), which means injury, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我有一个疽在我的手' (I have an ulcer on my hand) is correct, but confusing it with 伤 could imply a less serious injury.
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Grammar Patterns of 疽
疽 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他的腿生了坏____，必须截除。
Gangrene set in and he had to have his leg amputated.
Example Sentences for 疽 (2)
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他的腿生了坏疽，必须截除。
tā de tuǐ shēng le huài jū， ， bì xū jié。
Gangrene set in and he had to have his leg amputated.
After hyperbaric oxygen therapy was given , digital gangrene improved.
Cultural Notes for 疽
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, the understanding of ulcers and infections like 疽 reflects a broader view of health that considers balance and energy flow in the body. Such terms often appear in discussions about herbal remedies and treatments.
Word Family of 疽
Words Containing This Character6
炭疽anthrax
疽jūgangrene
坏疽gangrene壞疽
炭疽病anthrax
鼻疽glanders
类鼻疽melioidosis類鼻疽
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Compound Meaning
What does 炭疽 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 疽
No, 疽 is primarily used in medical contexts and is not commonly found in daily conversation.
Focus on the context— 疽 specifically refers to more serious infections like ulcers, while terms like 创 (chuāng) may refer to general wounds.
