grassy; thick, dense, close; to gather, to assemble
v, 11 strokes, radical 艹, rank #26829, Very Hard
萃
cuì
collect
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 艹, rank #26829, Very Hard
萃
cuì
collection
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 艹, rank #26829, Very Hard
萃
cuì
assemble
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 艹, rank #26829, Very Hard
萃
cuì
gather
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 艹, rank #26829, Very Hard
cuì(cui4) T4
1grassy; thick, dense, close; to gather, to assemble
2collect
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March 24, 2026
萃cuì(cui4)
The character 萃 (cuì) primarily means to gather or assemble, particularly in contexts involving collections of items or people. It can also describe something that is dense or thick, commonly used to depict lush vegetation or tightly packed groups. This word is often used in literary contexts or when discussing nature and gatherings.
Strokes11Radical艹Frequency#26829DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese poetry, nature is often depicted as lush and dense, with characters like 萃 symbolizing the beauty of gatherings in nature, such as flowers blooming together in spring. This reflects the Chinese appreciation for harmony in natural settings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a thick, grassy meadow where all the flowers are closely gathered together, creating a beautiful and dense landscape. The character 萃 resembles grass (艹) growing densely (the rest of the character), which helps you remember its meaning of gathering and density.
Meanings of 萃
cuì(cui4)
1grassy; thick, dense, close; to gather, to assemble
2collect
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About 萃
萃Simplified
11Strokes
艹Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 萃
Quick Contrast
聚 (jù) - use 聚 for general gathering, while 萃 emphasizes density or richness in the assembly.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a thick, grassy meadow where all the flowers are closely gathered together, creating a beautiful and dense landscape. The character 萃 resembles grass (艹) growing densely (the rest of the character), which helps you remember its meaning of gathering and density.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 萃 with similar sounding characters that have different meanings, such as 翠 (cuì) which means 'jade green.' This word is more commonly used in literary or formal contexts, so be mindful of the register when using it in conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 萃 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be connected to HSK Level 4 words related to nature and gathering, such as 收集 (shōují, to collect) and 聚会 (jùhuì, gathering). Focus on understanding its usage in literary texts and practice recognizing its components.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese poetry, nature is often depicted as lush and dense, with characters like 萃 symbolizing the beauty of gatherings in nature, such as flowers blooming together in spring. This reflects the Chinese appreciation for harmony in natural settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 萃 with 翠 (cuì), which refers to a color and can lead to misunderstandings. It's important to remember that 萃 is used in contexts of gathering and density, while 翠 is about color.
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Grammar Patterns of 萃
萃 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 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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他是个十分细心的经理，出类拔____的经理。
He has been a meticulous manager, a manager par excellence.
Example Sentences for 萃 (7)
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1
他是个十分细心的经理，出类拔萃的经理。
tā shì gè shí fēn xì xīn de jīng lǐ， ， chū lèi bá cuì de jīng。
He has been a meticulous manager, a manager par excellence.
Comet also sired the champion foal out of Spinway Harvest.
3
艾琳多才多艺，是一位出类拔萃的女演员。
ài lín duō cái duō yì， ， shì yī wèi chū lèi bá cuì de nǚ yǎn。
Aileen stands out for her incredible versatility as an actress.
4
我有一本现代名言集萃.
wǒ yǒu yī běn xiàn dài míng yán jí cuì.
I have an anthology of modern quotations.
5
对质量孜孜不倦的追求使他的技能出类拔萃。
duì zhì liáng zī zī bù juàn de zhuī qiú shǐ tā de jì néng chū lèi bá cuì。
Relentless in his pursuit of quality, his technical ability was remarkable.
6
艾伦，你真是出类拔萃呀。
ài lún， ， nǐ zhēn shì chū lèi bá cuì。
Alan, you're a jewel.
7
这种萃取改变了整个毛纤维中所有细胞膜的网状结构.
zhè zhǒng cuì qǔ gǎi biàn le zhěng gè máo xiān wéi zhōng suǒ yǒu xì bāo mó de wǎng zhuàng jié gòu.
Such extraction modifies the whole cell - membrance network throughout the wool fiber.
Cultural Notes for 萃
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese poetry, nature is often depicted as lush and dense, with characters like 萃 symbolizing the beauty of gatherings in nature, such as flowers blooming together in spring. This reflects the Chinese appreciation for harmony in natural settings.
Word Family of 萃
Words Containing This Character5
出类拔萃preeminent出類拔萃
萃cuìcollect
荟萃to gather薈萃
萃取to extract
拔萃to stand out from one's fellows
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Compound Meaning
What does 出类拔萃 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 萃
While 萃 is primarily used in literary contexts, you may encounter it in discussions about nature or in formal writing.
Yes, it can describe people gathering together, but it is more common in describing things, especially in poetic language.
Yes, synonyms include 聚 (jù, to gather) and 集 (jí, to collect), although each has its nuances.
