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March 24, 2026
鄹zōu(Zou1)
鄹 (zōu) refers to a historical state during the Spring and Autumn period in ancient China, as well as a Chinese surname. It is not commonly used in modern contexts but may appear in historical texts or discussions about ancient Chinese states.
Strokes16Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
鄹 relates to the rich tapestry of China's feudal states during the Spring and Autumn period, a time of significant political and cultural development that shaped China's history.
Memory Tip
Imagine a small village named 'Zou' surrounded by tall trees (the radical '阝' indicating a location). Picture villagers proudly carrying a scroll that tells the history of their state, which helps you remember both the sound and meaning.
Meanings of 鄹
zōu(Zou1)
1the name of a state; surname
2name of a state
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About 鄹
鄹Simplified
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阝Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a small village named 'Zou' surrounded by tall trees (the radical '阝' indicating a location). Picture villagers proudly carrying a scroll that tells the history of their state, which helps you remember both the sound and meaning.
Usage Notes
鄹 is mainly used in historical contexts or as a surname. Be careful not to confuse it with more common characters that share a similar pronunciation but have different meanings. It's also important to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 鄹 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with the historical themes prevalent in HSK Level 5 materials. Students should focus on recognizing it in historical texts and understanding its significance in the context of ancient Chinese history.
Cultural Note
鄹 relates to the rich tapestry of China's feudal states during the Spring and Autumn period, a time of significant political and cultural development that shaped China's history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 鄹 as 'zǒu' instead of the correct 'zōu'. Another mistake is using it in daily conversation where it may not be appropriate, as it is mainly historical.
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Cultural Notes for 鄹
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鄹 relates to the rich tapestry of China's feudal states during the Spring and Autumn period, a time of significant political and cultural development that shaped China's history.
Word Family of 鄹
Words Containing This Character1
鄹zōusurname Zou
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Frequently Asked Questions about 鄹
鄹 refers to a historical state in ancient China and is also a surname.
No, 鄹 is not a common surname compared to others like Wang (王) or Li (李).
It is primarily found in historical contexts and is not commonly used in everyday language.
