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茸
róng
soft, downy; buds, sprouts
n, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
róng
confused
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
róng
fluffy
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
róng
luxuriant growth
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
rōng
soft, downy; buds, sprouts
n, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
rōng
confused
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
rōng
fluffy
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
茸
rōng
luxuriant growth
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹, rank #57215, Very Hard
rōng(rong1)rong
primary
T1
1soft, downy; buds, sprouts
2confused
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March 24, 2026
茸rōng(rong1)
The character 茸 (rōng) refers to soft, downy textures, often used to describe things like fluffy plants or buds. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, such as describing new growth in plants or the texture of certain materials. The nuance can also imply a sense of confusion or being overwhelmed, especially in metaphorical uses.
Strokes9Radical艹Frequency#57215DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, lush growth and natural beauty are often celebrated in poetry and art. The concept of softness and downiness can relate to traditional views on harmony with nature, reflecting a deep appreciation for the cycles of growth.
Memory tip
Imagine a soft, fluffy mushroom (茸) sprouting from the ground. The character resembles a plant with a lot of downy texture at the top, symbolizing growth and comfort. The 'r' sound in 'rōng' can be remembered by thinking of the 'roundness' of soft things.
Meanings of 茸
rōng(rong1)
primary
1soft, downy; buds, sprouts
2confused
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About 茸
茸Simplified
9Strokes
艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
This word is generally used in more descriptive or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words that refer to different textures or states. It pairs well with terms like '植物' (plant) or '生长' (growth) in botanical discussions.
HSK Study Tips
Although 茸 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can enrich your understanding of botanical terms. Students should focus on the associations between this character and others related to nature, such as 草 (grass) and 花 (flower), to build a broader vocabulary in this area.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 茸 with related words like 柔 (soft) or 软 (also soft), leading to misunderstandings in context. For example, saying '这个花是软的' (this flower is soft) instead of '这个花是茸的' (this flower is downy) misses the specific nuance.
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茸 = 艹 + 耳. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 茸
IDS Structure⿱艹耳
茸Full character
=
艹cao3
top
耳er3
bottom
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How to say soft, downy; buds, sprouts in Chinese
“soft, downy; buds, sprouts” in Chinese is茸róng
The character 茸 (rōng) refers to soft, downy textures, often used to describe things like fluffy plants or buds. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, such as describing new growth in plants or the texture of certain materials. The nuance can also imply a sense of confusion or being overwhelmed, especially in metaphorical uses.
When to use 茸
This word is generally used in more descriptive or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words that refer to different textures or states. It pairs well with terms like '植物' (plant) or '生长' (growth) in botanical discussions.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 茸 with related words like 柔 (soft) or 软 (also soft), leading to misunderstandings in context. For example, saying '这个花是软的' (this flower is soft) instead of '这个花是茸的' (this flower is downy) misses the specific nuance.
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Grammar patterns of 茸
茸 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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荨麻长有四方茎和细小____毛。
The stinging nettle has a square stem and little hairs.
Example sentences for 茸 (9)
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1
荨麻长有四方茎和细小茸毛。
xún má cháng yǒu sìfāng jīng hé xì xiǎo rōng máo。
The stinging nettle has a square stem and little hairs.
2
毛茸茸的小猫
máo rōng rōng de xiǎomāo
a little fluffy kitten
3
丛林铺展在他的脚下,象一片绿丝绒那么毛茸茸的.
cónglín pū Zhǎn zài tā de jiǎo xià, xiàng yī piàn lǜ sī róng nàme máo rōng rōng de.
The jungle spread beneath him in a green velvet nap.
From over scrubby cheekbones eyes looked into Winston's, sometimes with strange intensity, and flashed away again.
6
这棵植物长着锯齿状的毛茸茸的叶子。
zhè kē zhíwù cháng zhe jū chǐ zhuàng de máo rōng rōng de yèzi。
The plant has serrated and hairy leaves.
7
我喜欢这块布的手感, 它摸上去毛茸茸的很暖和.
wǒ xǐhuan zhè kuài bù de shǒu gǎn, tā mō shàngqù máo rōng rōng de hěn nuǎnhuo.
I like the feel of this cloth; it has a warm woolly feel.
8
火车烟囱喷出的煤屑和煤烟,纷纷落在田间怒放的野花和毛茸茸的杂草茎节上.
huǒchē yāncōng pēn chū de méi xiè hé méi yān, fēnfēn là zài tiánjiān nù fàng de yě huā hé máo rōng rōng de zá cǎo jīng jié shàng.
The engine sowed cinders and soot over the fiery flowers and the hairy knobs of weed.
9
整株植物都覆盖着细茸毛。
zhěng zhū zhíwù dōu fùgài zhe xì rōng máo。
The whole plant is covered with fine down.
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Word Family of 茸
Words containing this character6
毛茸茸hairy
茸rōngconfused
茸毛fuzz
鹿茸young deer antler prior to ossification (used in TCM)
松茸matsutake (Tricholoma matsutake), edible mushroom considered a great delicacy in Japan
参茸ginseng and young deer antler (used in TCM)參茸
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Words with 茸
What does 毛茸茸 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 茸
Synonyms include 软 (soft) and 毛 (hairy), which also convey a sense of softness or fluffiness.
Yes, in metaphorical language, one might use 茸 to describe feelings of confusion or being overwhelmed, similar to how one might feel in a dense, lush forest.
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