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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
稆lǚwild grainx, 11 strokes, radical 禾
稆lǚwild grainx, 11 strokes, radical 禾
lǚ(lv3)lv
primary
T3
  1. 1wild grain
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March 24, 2026

稆lǚ(lv3)

The character 稆 (lǚ) refers to wild grain, particularly a type of coarse or uncultivated grain. It is a less common variant of the characters 穭 or 穞, which also denote wild grains or similar plant types. This term is primarily used in agricultural contexts or when discussing traditional grain varieties in Chinese culture.

Strokes11Radical禾
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wild grains symbolize a connection to nature and traditional agricultural practices. Understanding terms like 稆 can provide insight into the historical significance of grain cultivation in rural communities, where such grains were once vital for sustenance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a field of wild grains swaying in the wind, where the character's '禾' (grain) radical represents the plants. The '旅' component can remind you of a journey through this wild landscape, where you discover unique grains that aren't farmed. The pronunciation 'lǚ' sounds like 'lee,' as if you are 'leaning' into the wild to discover these grains.

Meanings of 稆

lǚ(lv3)
primary
1wild grain
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About 稆

稆Simplified
11Strokes
禾Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is quite niche and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. It is important to use it in the correct agricultural or botanical contexts to avoid confusion. Additionally, pay attention to the tone; 'lǚ' has a third tone that may be mispronounced as a second tone, which can change meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 稆 is not included in the HSK vocabulary levels, it connects with HSK words related to agriculture and plants. Students should focus on the context in which this word might appear, especially in botanical discussions or texts about traditional farming practices.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 稆 with more common characters like 穭 or 穞 because of their similar meanings. For instance, using 稆 when referring to cultivated grains can lead to misunderstandings; the correct character should match the context of wild versus cultivated.

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Etymology of 稆

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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grain

Semantic (meaning)禾
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Phonetic (sound)吕
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Origin

稆 = 禾 + 吕. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 稆

IDS Structure⿰禾吕
稆Full Character
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禾he2
left
吕lü3
right
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How to say wild grain in Chinese

“wild grain” in Chinese is稆lǚ

The character 稆 (lǚ) refers to wild grain, particularly a type of coarse or uncultivated grain. It is a less common variant of the characters 穭 or 穞, which also denote wild grains or similar plant types. This term is primarily used in agricultural contexts or when discussing traditional grain varieties in Chinese culture.

When to use 稆

This character is quite niche and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. It is important to use it in the correct agricultural or botanical contexts to avoid confusion. Additionally, pay attention to the tone; 'lǚ' has a third tone that may be mispronounced as a second tone, which can change meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 稆 with more common characters like 穭 or 穞 because of their similar meanings. For instance, using 稆 when referring to cultivated grains can lead to misunderstandings; the correct character should match the context of wild versus cultivated.

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Word Family of 稆

Words Containing This Character1
稆lǚwild grain

Frequently Asked Questions about 稆

It means wild grain, specifically a type of coarse or uncultivated grain.

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