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March 24, 2026
糇(餱)hóu(hou2)
The character 糇 (hóu) refers to dried rice or dry provisions, often used in contexts relating to food storage and sustenance during travel or difficult times. It captures the essence of preserving food for later consumption, which can be crucial in rural or historical settings.
Strokes15Radical米Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the preservation of food like dried rice was vital for survival, especially during times of war or famine. This character can be found in classical literature that discusses agricultural practices or periods of scarcity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a character named Hou who carries a heavy sack of dried rice on his back as he travels through the mountains. The character 糇 (hóu) looks like a person struggling under the weight of provisions, reminding you of both its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 糇
hóu(hou2)
1dried rice; dry rations
2dry provisions
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About 糇
糇Simplified
餱Traditional
15Strokes
米Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a character named Hou who carries a heavy sack of dried rice on his back as he travels through the mountains. The character 糇 (hóu) looks like a person struggling under the weight of provisions, reminding you of both its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
糇 is rarely used in modern conversation and is more commonly found in literary or historical texts. Learners should be cautious not to mix it with similar-sounding words that refer to fresh food items, as this can lead to confusion in meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 糇 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to higher-level vocabulary related to food and sustenance. Focus on understanding its role in historical contexts and learn related terms that might describe food preservation or preparation.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the preservation of food like dried rice was vital for survival, especially during times of war or famine. This character can be found in classical literature that discusses agricultural practices or periods of scarcity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 糇 with 米 (mǐ), which means fresh rice. A common mistake is saying '我喜欢糇' (wǒ xǐhuān hóu) when meaning to say they like rice, which would be incorrect since 糇 refers to dried rice.
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Cultural Notes for 糇
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In traditional Chinese culture, the preservation of food like dried rice was vital for survival, especially during times of war or famine. This character can be found in classical literature that discusses agricultural practices or periods of scarcity.
Word Family of 糇
Words Containing This Character1
糇hóudry provisions餱
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Frequently Asked Questions about 糇
No, 糇 is not commonly used in daily conversations and is more relevant in historical or literary contexts.
You can remember the pronunciation 'hóu' by associating it with the character Hou carrying heavy rice.
Yes, characters like 米 (mǐ) for rice and 食 (shí) for food may be similar in context but differ in meaning.
