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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
莒jǔtaro, hemp; herb;ns, 9 strokes, radical 艹
莒jǔZhou Dynasty vassal state in modern day Shandong Provinceunknown, 9 strokes, radical 艹
jǔ(Ju3)ju T3
  1. 1taro, hemp; herb;
  2. 2Zhou Dynasty vassal state in modern day Shandong Province
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March 24, 2026

莒jǔ(Ju3)

The character 莒 (jǔ) primarily refers to taro, a root vegetable, and can also denote hemp or certain herbs. Additionally, it represents a historical vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty located in present-day Shandong Province, indicating its significance in Chinese history and geography.

Strokes9Radical艹
Cultural note

The state of 莒 played a role in the feudal system of the Zhou Dynasty, highlighting the significance of vassal states in ancient Chinese political structures. Understanding this context can enrich your knowledge of Chinese history.

Memory tip

Imagine a giant taro plant sprouting in the ancient state of 莒 (jǔ). The character looks like a leafy plant (the radical 艹) with roots (the character's other components), symbolizing growth and connection to the earth.

Meanings of 莒

jǔ(Ju3)
1taro, hemp; herb;
2Zhou Dynasty vassal state in modern day Shandong Province
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莒Simplified
9Strokes
艹Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 莒 with similar characters due to its less common usage. It is rarely used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in historical contexts or botanical discussions. Pay attention to the tonal pronunciation 'jǔ' to avoid mixing it with other tones.

HSK Study Tips

Although 莒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can help learners expand their knowledge of historical terms and deepen their understanding of Chinese geography. Focus on differentiating it from other similar characters that represent plants or historical states.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 莒 in contexts where more common vegetables or plants are discussed, such as saying '我喜欢莒' (I like 莒) instead of the more commonly used '我喜欢芋头' (I like taro). Always verify context before using this character.

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Etymology of 莒

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

plant

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)吕
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Origin

莒 = 艹 + 吕. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 莒

IDS Structure⿱艹吕
莒Full character
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艹cao3
top
吕lü3
bottom
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Parts

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How to say taro, hemp; herb; in Chinese

“taro, hemp; herb;” in Chinese is莒jǔ

The character 莒 (jǔ) primarily refers to taro, a root vegetable, and can also denote hemp or certain herbs. Additionally, it represents a historical vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty located in present-day Shandong Province, indicating its significance in Chinese history and geography.

When to use 莒

Learners often confuse 莒 with similar characters due to its less common usage. It is rarely used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in historical contexts or botanical discussions. Pay attention to the tonal pronunciation 'jǔ' to avoid mixing it with other tones.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 莒 in contexts where more common vegetables or plants are discussed, such as saying '我喜欢莒' (I like 莒) instead of the more commonly used '我喜欢芋头' (I like taro). Always verify context before using this character.

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Word Family of 莒

Words containing this character4
莒jǔZhou Dynasty vassal state in modern day Shandong Province
莒县Jun county in Rizhao 日照[Rì​zhào], Shandong莒縣
莒南县Ju'nan county in Linyi 臨沂|临沂[Lín​yí], Shandong莒南縣
莒南Ju'nan county in Linyi 臨沂|临沂[Lín​yí], Shandong
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Frequently Asked Questions about 莒

In modern Chinese, 莒 primarily refers to the taro plant and is not commonly used in daily conversation.

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