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March 24, 2026
薅hāo(hao1)
The character 薅 (hāo) primarily means 'to weed' or 'to eradicate,' often in the context of removing unwanted plants or pests. It can also imply the action of gripping or clutching something tightly. This verb is commonly used in agricultural contexts but can also extend metaphorically to mean eliminating something undesirable in various situations.
Strokes16Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, agriculture has played a vital role, and weeding (薅) is considered an important agricultural practice to ensure healthy crops. This reflects the deep connection between Chinese society and farming.
Memory Tip
Imagine a gardener 'gripping' a weed in their hand, pulling it out from the roots. The left side of the character 薅 is a radical related to plants (艹), while the right side (豪) sounds like 'hao,' reminding you of the action of holding on tightly to something.
Meanings of 薅
hāo(hao1)
1to weed; to eradicate
2to grip or clutch
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About 薅
薅Simplified
16Strokes
艹Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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除 (chú, remove) — use 薅 (hāo) specifically for the action of weeding or gripping tightly, while 除 (chú) is more general for removing anything.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a gardener 'gripping' a weed in their hand, pulling it out from the roots. The left side of the character 薅 is a radical related to plants (艹), while the right side (豪) sounds like 'hao,' reminding you of the action of holding on tightly to something.
Usage Notes
Avoid confusing 薅 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. It's generally used in informal contexts when discussing gardening or agriculture. Be cautious with the tone; 'hāo' is pronounced in the first tone, and mixing it with others can change the meaning significantly.
HSK Study Tips
Although 薅 is not included in the official HSK levels, it can be useful for learners aiming for HSK 5 and above due to its agricultural relevance. Students should focus on understanding its use in context and similar verbs related to actions.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, agriculture has played a vital role, and weeding (薅) is considered an important agricultural practice to ensure healthy crops. This reflects the deep connection between Chinese society and farming.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 薅 with similar-sounding characters like 号 (hào), which means 'number' or 'to call.' Ensure to practice correct pronunciation and context to avoid these mix-ups.
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Cultural Notes for 薅
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In traditional Chinese culture, agriculture has played a vital role, and weeding (薅) is considered an important agricultural practice to ensure healthy crops. This reflects the deep connection between Chinese society and farming.
Word Family of 薅
Words Containing This Character1
薅hāoto weed
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 薅
It's primarily used in gardening and agricultural contexts.
Yes, it can also refer to the act of eliminating undesirable elements in various situations.
It is more commonly used in specific contexts like farming rather than everyday conversation.
