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March 24, 2026
苻fú(fu2)
The character 苻 (fú) refers to a type of herb, specifically known as Angelica anomala. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and cooking, highlighting its significance in herbal practices and regional culinary traditions.
Strokes8Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like 苻 play a crucial role in holistic health practices, often believed to balance the body's energies and promote wellness. Understanding such terms can deepen appreciation for Chinese culinary and medicinal traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a lush field of herbs where the wind whispers 'fú' as it rustles through the leaves. The character 苻 is made up of the grass radical '艹' on top, indicating its connection to plants, and the component '伏' which can evoke the image of herbs lying low to the ground.
Meanings of 苻
fú(fu2)
1a kind of herb; Angelica anomala
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苻Simplified
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艹Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a lush field of herbs where the wind whispers 'fú' as it rustles through the leaves. The character 苻 is made up of the grass radical '艹' on top, indicating its connection to plants, and the component '伏' which can evoke the image of herbs lying low to the ground.
Usage Notes
While 苻 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in discussions about herbal medicine or specific regional dishes. Be cautious to use the correct tone for 'fú' as mispronunciation can lead to confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 苻 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to other herbal terms and food-related characters that learners may encounter in advanced studies. Focus on the context in which herbs are discussed in Chinese literature or medicine.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like 苻 play a crucial role in holistic health practices, often believed to balance the body's energies and promote wellness. Understanding such terms can deepen appreciation for Chinese culinary and medicinal traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 苻 with other similar-sounding characters. For example, mixing it up with '富' (fù), which means rich or wealthy, can lead to misunderstandings. Ensure you practice the correct tonal pronunciation.
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Cultural Notes for 苻
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In traditional Chinese medicine, herbs like 苻 play a crucial role in holistic health practices, often believed to balance the body's energies and promote wellness. Understanding such terms can deepen appreciation for Chinese culinary and medicinal traditions.
Word Family of 苻
Words Containing This Character2
苻fúAngelica anomala
苻坚Fu Jian (338-385), emperor of Former Qin 前秦[QiánQín], reigning from 357-385苻堅
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Frequently Asked Questions about 苻
Herbs are central to traditional Chinese medicine, often used for their healing properties and believed to help maintain health and balance.
It is pronounced as 'fú', with a rising tone.
While specific dishes may vary, herbs like 苻 are often included in soups and medicinal teas.