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March 24, 2026
秫shú(shu2)
The character 秫 (shú) refers to a specific type of millet known for its glutinous texture, commonly used in various traditional Chinese dishes. This grain is particularly significant in agricultural regions where it is cultivated for both food and cultural practices, often associated with harvest festivals and regional cuisines.
Strokes10Radical禾Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 秫 is not just a food source but also plays a role in traditional festivals where millet dishes are prepared to celebrate the harvest, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese history.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 秫 as a 'sticky' grain, where the radical 禾 (grain) indicates it’s a crop, and the character itself can remind you of 'shoo,' as in 'shoo away the dry grains.' Picture a bowl of glutinous millet sticking together, highlighting its texture.
Meanings of 秫
shú(shu2)
1a glutinous variety of millet
2broomcorn millet (Panicum spp.)
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About 秫
秫Simplified
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禾Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 秫
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 秫 as a 'sticky' grain, where the radical 禾 (grain) indicates it’s a crop, and the character itself can remind you of 'shoo,' as in 'shoo away the dry grains.' Picture a bowl of glutinous millet sticking together, highlighting its texture.
Usage Notes
When using 秫, remember it is typically found in a more formal context related to agriculture or culinary discussions. A common mistake is to confuse it with other types of millet; be clear when discussing specific varieties. It often collocates with terms like '粥' (porridge) or '饭' (rice).
HSK Study Tips
Although 秫 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to agricultural terms that may appear in higher levels. Focus on the usage of grain-related vocabulary and their contexts in cooking or farming.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 秫 is not just a food source but also plays a role in traditional festivals where millet dishes are prepared to celebrate the harvest, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 秫 with other grains like 稻 (rice) or 小麦 (wheat). For example, saying '我喜欢吃稻' (I like to eat rice) when they mean glutinous millet is incorrect. Instead, use '我喜欢吃秫'.
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Cultural Notes for 秫
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 秫 is not just a food source but also plays a role in traditional festivals where millet dishes are prepared to celebrate the harvest, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese history.
Word Family of 秫
Words Containing This Character2
秫shúPanicum italicum
秫米Panicum italicum
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Frequently Asked Questions about 秫
It is often used in porridge and traditional festive dishes, especially in rural areas.
No, 秫 specifically refers to glutinous millet, which has different culinary properties compared to other millets.
While both can be used as staple foods, 秫 has a stickier texture when cooked, making it unique in texture and flavor.
