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March 24, 2026
蕞zuì(zui4)
The character 蕞 (zuì) primarily conveys the idea of something being small or petty. It is often used in contexts where insignificance or minor details are highlighted. Additionally, it can imply an act of assembling small parts together, though this usage is less common.
Strokes15Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The character 蕞 can connect to the appreciation for the small and detailed aspects of nature in Chinese culture, reflecting a philosophical view that values simplicity and subtlety.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiny ant (representing 'small') assembling pieces of leaves to build a miniature home. The radical '艹' (grass) at the top suggests something related to nature, while the bottom part resembles a small assembly of items, connecting the character's meaning to its form.
Meanings of 蕞
zuì(zui4)
1small, petty; to assemble
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About 蕞
蕞Simplified
15Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiny ant (representing 'small') assembling pieces of leaves to build a miniature home. The radical '艹' (grass) at the top suggests something related to nature, while the bottom part resembles a small assembly of items, connecting the character's meaning to its form.
Usage Notes
Since 蕞 has a specific and somewhat obscure meaning, it is rarely used in daily conversation, making it more suitable for literary or formal contexts. Learners often confuse it with similar-sounding characters, so attention to tone and context is crucial.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蕞 is not included in the HSK levels, it is important for learners to recognize it as an example of characters that denote size or quantity. Focus on understanding its context and how it might appear in literary texts, alongside other size-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
The character 蕞 can connect to the appreciation for the small and detailed aspects of nature in Chinese culture, reflecting a philosophical view that values simplicity and subtlety.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 蕞 with other characters like 小 (xiǎo) for 'small', leading to misinterpretation. For example, saying '我觉得这个问题蕞' instead of using '小' (I think this problem is small) would be incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 蕞
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The character 蕞 can connect to the appreciation for the small and detailed aspects of nature in Chinese culture, reflecting a philosophical view that values simplicity and subtlety.
Word Family of 蕞
Words Containing This Character1
蕞zuìsmall
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蕞
The pronunciation is 'zuì', with a falling tone. Make sure to emphasize the tone to convey the correct meaning.
No, 蕞 is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is more often found in literary texts.
Not exactly; while it means small, it has a nuanced sense of pettiness or insignificance that other synonyms may not convey.
