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鄦 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鄦xǔvassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-221 BC)unknown, 14 strokes, radical 阝
鄦xǔsurnamex, 14 strokes, radical 阝
鄦xǔsurname Xuunknown, 14 strokes, radical 阝
xǔ(Xu3) T3
  1. 1vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-221 BC)
  2. 2surname
Also a Chinese surname, Xu — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

鄦xǔ(Xu3)

The character 鄦 (xǔ) primarily refers to a surname, Xu, which is common in China. It can also denote a historical context as a vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty, an important period in Chinese history known for its feudal system and cultural development.

Strokes14Radical阝
Cultural Note

鄦 is connected to the Zhou Dynasty's feudal system, illustrating how surnames can reflect lineage and historical status in Chinese culture. This character reminds learners of the importance of ancestry and family names in Chinese identity.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Xu' (鄦) who lives in a grand palace (the radical '阝' suggests a location or place) in an ancient state. Picture him wearing a crown, symbolizing his noble lineage, which helps you remember that 鄦 is a surname with historical significance.

Meanings of 鄦

xǔ(Xu3)
1vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-221 BC)
2surname
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About 鄦

鄦Simplified
14Strokes
阝Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 鄦

Usage Notes

This character is relatively rare and not commonly used in everyday conversation. Learners should be aware that it may appear primarily in historical texts or genealogical contexts. Ensure to use the correct tone, as 'xǔ' with a falling tone is essential for clarity.

HSK Study Tips

While 鄦 is not part of the HSK curriculum, understanding it can enhance students' grasp of Chinese history and surnames. Students should focus on recognizing it in historical texts as they progress through HSK levels, particularly Level 5 and above, where historical context becomes more relevant.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 鄦 with more common surnames or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'xu' with a neutral tone instead of the correct falling tone 'xǔ' can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 鄦

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

place

Semantic (meaning)阝
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Phonetic (sound)無
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Case file: 鄦

  1. 1The meaning half阝 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half無 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayplace
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 鄦?

Decomposition of 鄦

IDS Structure⿰無阝
鄦Full Character
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無wu2
left
阝yi4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鄦?

How to say vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-221 BC) in Chinese

“vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-221 BC)” in Chinese is鄦xǔ

The character 鄦 (xǔ) primarily refers to a surname, Xu, which is common in China. It can also denote a historical context as a vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty, an important period in Chinese history known for its feudal system and cultural development.

When to use 鄦

This character is relatively rare and not commonly used in everyday conversation. Learners should be aware that it may appear primarily in historical texts or genealogical contexts. Ensure to use the correct tone, as 'xǔ' with a falling tone is essential for clarity.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 鄦 with more common surnames or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'xu' with a neutral tone instead of the correct falling tone 'xǔ' can lead to misunderstandings.

Write 鄦

鄦

Practice writing 鄦 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 鄦

鄦 can refer to a surname Xu or a historical vassal state from the Zhou Dynasty.

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