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March 24, 2026
荽suī(sui1)
荽 (suī) refers to coriander, an herb commonly used in various cuisines around the world, particularly in Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. It has a distinctive flavor and is often used fresh as a garnish or in cooking, as well as in spice blends. In Chinese cooking, it adds freshness and a unique aromatic quality to many dishes.
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Cultural Note
Coriander is highly regarded in Chinese cuisine, often used in dishes like pho and various stir-fries. It's also considered a cooling herb in traditional Chinese medicine, believed to help balance body temperature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'swaying' coriander plant in a breeze, highlighting its delicate leaves. The character 荽 looks like a plant with many leaves, and the pronunciation 'suī' sounds like 'sway', which can help you remember the herb's connection to cooking and freshness.
Meanings of 荽
suī(sui1)
1coriander
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'swaying' coriander plant in a breeze, highlighting its delicate leaves. The character 荽 looks like a plant with many leaves, and the pronunciation 'suī' sounds like 'sway', which can help you remember the herb's connection to cooking and freshness.
Usage Notes
When using 荽 in conversation, it’s often in the context of food or cooking. Be careful with the tone, as 'suī' is pronounced with a high level tone, which can be confused with other similar sounding words. Common collocations include 荽菜 (coriander leaves) and 香荽 (fragrant coriander).
HSK Study Tips
While 荽 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK Level 1 and 2 food-related words like 饭 (rice) and 菜 (vegetable). Focus on recognizing the character in menus or recipes and practice pronunciation to enhance your culinary vocabulary.
Cultural Note
Coriander is highly regarded in Chinese cuisine, often used in dishes like pho and various stir-fries. It's also considered a cooling herb in traditional Chinese medicine, believed to help balance body temperature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 荽 with similar characters due to its pronunciation. For example, mixing it up with 随 (suí), which means 'to follow'. Remembering that 荽 specifically refers to the herb can help clarify its use.
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Cultural Notes for 荽
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Coriander is highly regarded in Chinese cuisine, often used in dishes like pho and various stir-fries. It's also considered a cooling herb in traditional Chinese medicine, believed to help balance body temperature.
Word Family of 荽
Words Containing This Character3
芫荽coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
荽suīcoriander
胡荽coriander
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Compound Meaning
What does 芫荽 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 荽
Coriander is said as 荽 (suī) in Mandarin.
Yes, while it may have different local names, coriander is widely used in various regional cuisines.
Yes, coriander is known for its antioxidant properties and is often used in traditional remedies.
