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葄 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
葄zuòstraw mat; straw cushion or pillowx, 13 strokes, radical 艹
葄zuòstraw cushionunknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹
葄zuòpillowunknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹
zuò(zuo4)zuo T4
  1. 1straw mat; straw cushion or pillow
  2. 2straw cushion
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March 24, 2026

葄zuò(zuo4)

The character 葄 (zuò) refers to a straw mat or cushion, typically used for sitting or resting. It conveys a sense of simplicity and utility, often associated with traditional Chinese living arrangements where straw mats were common. This term may also imply comfort and a connection to natural materials.

Strokes13Radical艹
Cultural Note

Straw mats have been a staple in Chinese households for centuries, reflecting a lifestyle that values practicality and natural materials. They are often associated with rural living and can be found in traditional tea houses and during festivals.

Memory Tip

Imagine a cozy scene where a straw mat (think of 'zuò' as you lay down) is spread out on the ground, inviting you to relax. The character's radical '艹' (plant) hints at its natural origins, while the phonetic component suggests a soft sound, reminiscent of a gentle pillow.

Meanings of 葄

zuò(zuo4)
1straw mat; straw cushion or pillow
2straw cushion
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About 葄

葄Simplified
13Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 葄 with other similar characters related to mats or bedding, such as 垫 (diàn). It is generally used in informal contexts and might not be recognized in formal writing. Remember to use the correct tone when pronouncing zuò, as mispronouncing it could lead to different meanings.

HSK Study Tips

While 葄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to level 2-3 words like 垫 (diàn) and 坐 (zuò), which deal with seating and comfort. Focus on understanding the context in which these terms are used together, especially in discussions about traditional Chinese homes.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 葄 with 垫 (diàn), leading to sentences like '我坐在垫上' (wǒ zuò zài diàn shàng - I sit on the mat), when they mean to say '我坐在葄上' (wǒ zuò zài zuò shàng). Pay attention to the context and usage of each term.

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Etymology of 葄

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

grass

Semantic (meaning)艹
+
Phonetic (sound)胙
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Origin

葄 = 艹 + 胙. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 葄

IDS Structure⿱艹胙
葄Full Character
=
艹cao3
top
胙zuo4
bottom
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How to say straw mat; straw cushion or pillow in Chinese

“straw mat; straw cushion or pillow” in Chinese is葄zuò

The character 葄 (zuò) refers to a straw mat or cushion, typically used for sitting or resting. It conveys a sense of simplicity and utility, often associated with traditional Chinese living arrangements where straw mats were common. This term may also imply comfort and a connection to natural materials.

When to use 葄

Learners often confuse 葄 with other similar characters related to mats or bedding, such as 垫 (diàn). It is generally used in informal contexts and might not be recognized in formal writing. Remember to use the correct tone when pronouncing zuò, as mispronouncing it could lead to different meanings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 葄 with 垫 (diàn), leading to sentences like '我坐在垫上' (wǒ zuò zài diàn shàng - I sit on the mat), when they mean to say '我坐在葄上' (wǒ zuò zài zuò shàng). Pay attention to the context and usage of each term.

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It refers to a straw mat or cushion, often used for sitting or resting.

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