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芾 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
fèiflower; lush, luxuriantx, 7 strokes, radical 艹, Very Hard
fèiluxuriance of vegetationunknown, 7 strokes, radical 艹, Very Hard
flower; lush, luxuriantx, 7 strokes, radical 艹, Very Hard
luxuriance of vegetationunknown, 7 strokes, radical 艹, Very Hard
fèi(fei4)
primary
T4
  1. 1flower; lush, luxuriant
  2. 2luxuriance of vegetation
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March 24, 2026

fèi(fei4)

The character 芾 (fèi) refers to lush or luxuriant vegetation, often used in poetic or literary contexts to describe abundant plant life. It can also signify a flower or a flowering plant, emphasizing beauty and richness in nature. This term is typically found in descriptions of scenic landscapes or in classical literature.

Strokes7RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, lush greenery and flowers are often symbols of prosperity and beauty, frequently celebrated in poetry and art. The appreciation of nature's abundance reflects deep cultural values tied to harmony and balance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a flourishing garden filled with vibrant flowers (花) and lush greenery (草). The character 芾 resembles a plant with rich foliage, and the pronunciation 'fèi' sounds like 'fate,' which you can associate with the fate of a garden thriving under good care.

Meanings of 芾

fèi(fei4)
primary
1flower; lush, luxuriant
2luxuriance of vegetation
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About 芾

Simplified
7Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 芾

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a flourishing garden filled with vibrant flowers (花) and lush greenery (草). The character 芾 resembles a plant with rich foliage, and the pronunciation 'fèi' sounds like 'fate,' which you can associate with the fate of a garden thriving under good care.

Usage Notes

Learners should be aware that 芾 is more formal and literary in tone, so it's less common in everyday conversation. It often appears in idiomatic expressions or poetry, making it important to recognize its context in literature. Be careful with the tone; the first tone is crucial for correct pronunciation.

HSK Study Tips

While 芾 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 3 vocabulary related to nature and plants. Students should focus on understanding related terms like 花 (flower) and 草 (grass) to build a comprehensive vocabulary about flora.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, lush greenery and flowers are often symbols of prosperity and beauty, frequently celebrated in poetry and art. The appreciation of nature's abundance reflects deep cultural values tied to harmony and balance.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 芾 with similar-sounding words or characters, such as 费 (fèi - to spend), which can lead to miscommunication. Ensure you practice distinguishing between these terms in both writing and pronunciation.

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Pronunciation of 芾

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Etymology of 芾

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

plant

Semantic (meaning)
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Phonetic (sound)巿
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 芾?

Decomposition of 芾

IDS Structure⿱艹巿
Full Character
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cao3
top
巿fu2
bottom
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Cultural Notes for 芾

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, lush greenery and flowers are often symbols of prosperity and beauty, frequently celebrated in poetry and art. The appreciation of nature's abundance reflects deep cultural values tied to harmony and balance.

Word Family of 芾

Words Containing This Character2
fèilush
米芾Mi Fu (1051-1107), Song poet and calligrapher
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Compound Meaning

What does 芾 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 芾

No, 芾 is more often found in literary contexts rather than in everyday speech.