unknown, 12 strokes, radical 足, rank #64050, Very Hard
fū(fu1) T1
1arch, instep
2tarsus
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March 24, 2026
跗fū(fu1)
The character 跗 (fū) refers to the arch or instep of the foot, specifically the tarsus area where the foot meets the ankle. It is a technical term often used in anatomy or discussions about foot structure and health. Understanding this term is useful in contexts related to medicine, sports, or physical therapy.
Strokes12Radical足Frequency#64050DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Understanding the structure of the foot, including the instep, is significant in traditional Chinese medicine, where foot health is linked to overall well-being. Foot care practices in China often emphasize the importance of proper foot alignment and support.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'foot arch' being 'foo-d' shaped, where the 'f' in fū represents the foot. Picture a bridge arching over a river, symbolizing the way your foot arches. This visual helps connect the shape of the arch with the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 跗
fū(fu1)
1arch, instep
2tarsus
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跗Simplified
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足Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'foot arch' being 'foo-d' shaped, where the 'f' in fū represents the foot. Picture a bridge arching over a river, symbolizing the way your foot arches. This visual helps connect the shape of the arch with the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
This term is rarely used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal or academic contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with related terms like 脚 (jiǎo), meaning 'foot,' which is broader. Pay attention to the tone, as fū is pronounced with a high level tone.
HSK Study Tips
Although 跗 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects to other vocabulary related to body parts and health. Students at this level should focus on the anatomy of the body and related terms to deepen their understanding.
Cultural Note
Understanding the structure of the foot, including the instep, is significant in traditional Chinese medicine, where foot health is linked to overall well-being. Foot care practices in China often emphasize the importance of proper foot alignment and support.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 跗 with 脚 (jiǎo) and use it incorrectly to mean 'foot' in general. Remember that 跗 specifically refers to the instep or arch area, not the whole foot.
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Cultural Notes for 跗
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Understanding the structure of the foot, including the instep, is significant in traditional Chinese medicine, where foot health is linked to overall well-being. Foot care practices in China often emphasize the importance of proper foot alignment and support.
Word Family of 跗
Words Containing This Character1
跗fūinstep
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What does 跗 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 跗
It is pronounced as 'fū', with a high level tone.
You would typically use 跗 in medical or anatomical discussions, particularly relating to foot health.
Yes, it can be relevant in discussions about sports injuries or foot structure, but it's still a specialized term.
