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蒴 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蒴shuòcapsule, seed-podn, 13 strokes, radical 艹
蒴shuòpodunknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹
shuò(shuo4) T4
  1. 1capsule, seed-pod
  2. 2pod
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March 24, 2026

蒴shuò(shuo4)

The character 蒴 (shuò) refers to a capsule or seed-pod, often used in botanical contexts to describe the protective casing that holds seeds. It can also imply a type of pod, emphasizing the notion of enclosing or containing something. In literature or poetry, it may evoke themes of growth and potential.

Strokes13Radical艹
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine, certain plants with seed-pods like 蒴 may be referenced for their medicinal properties, showcasing the importance of plant anatomy in cultural practices. This connection highlights the significance of nature in Chinese health and wellness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'shoe' (sounds like 'shuò') that is a 'pod' holding seeds. Visualize a large shoe-shaped pod filled with tiny seeds, waiting to grow into beautiful plants. The shoe represents how the capsule protects the seeds within, much like the character's structure.

Meanings of 蒴

shuò(shuo4)
1capsule, seed-pod
2pod
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About 蒴

蒴Simplified
13Strokes
艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 蒴 with similar characters that denote different types of containers or coverings. It’s primarily used in formal or scientific contexts, so it may not be suitable for casual conversation. Common collocations include '种子蒴' (seed capsule) and '果实蒴' (fruit pod).

HSK Study Tips

Although 蒴 is not included in HSK levels, understanding its structure can help learners with related botanical vocabulary. Focus on the radical '艹', which indicates a plant-related meaning, and explore words with similar components to expand your vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 蒴 with 瓶 (píng, bottle) due to their similar meanings related to containers. Remember that 蒴 specifically refers to plant capsules, while 瓶 is a general container.

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Etymology of 蒴

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)朔
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Case file: 蒴

  1. 1The meaning half艹 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half朔 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayplant
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 蒴?

Decomposition of 蒴

IDS Structure⿱艹朔
蒴Full Character
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艹cao3
top
朔shuo4
bottom
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 蒴?

How to say capsule, seed-pod in Chinese

“capsule, seed-pod” in Chinese is蒴shuò

The character 蒴 (shuò) refers to a capsule or seed-pod, often used in botanical contexts to describe the protective casing that holds seeds. It can also imply a type of pod, emphasizing the notion of enclosing or containing something. In literature or poetry, it may evoke themes of growth and potential.

When to use 蒴

Learners often confuse 蒴 with similar characters that denote different types of containers or coverings. It’s primarily used in formal or scientific contexts, so it may not be suitable for casual conversation. Common collocations include '种子蒴' (seed capsule) and '果实蒴' (fruit pod).

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes confuse 蒴 with 瓶 (píng, bottle) due to their similar meanings related to containers. Remember that 蒴 specifically refers to plant capsules, while 瓶 is a general container.

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蒴

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Word Family of 蒴

Words Containing This Character2
蒴果seed pod (botany)
蒴shuòpod
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Compound Meaning

What does 蒴果 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 蒴

No, it is primarily used in scientific and botanical contexts.

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