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雔 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
chóucompanion; couple; to matchx, 16 strokes, radical 隹, Very Hard
chóu(chou2) T2
  1. 1companion; couple; to match
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March 24, 2026
chóu(chou2)

The character 雔 (chóu) refers to a companion or couple, often used in the context of matching or pairing. It can describe two people who are closely associated or joined together, emphasizing a sense of harmony or partnership.

Strokes16RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of pairing or matching is often highlighted in traditions such as matchmaking, especially during festivals like the Qixi Festival, which celebrates love and companionship.

Memory Tip

Imagine two birds (the radicals 雨 and 丷) sitting together on a branch, symbolizing companionship. The sound 'chóu' resembles 'chow,' as if the birds are sharing a meal together, reinforcing the idea of togetherness and matching.

Meanings of 雔

chóu(chou2)
1companion; couple; to match
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About 雔

Simplified
16Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 雔

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine two birds (the radicals 雨 and 丷) sitting together on a branch, symbolizing companionship. The sound 'chóu' resembles 'chow,' as if the birds are sharing a meal together, reinforcing the idea of togetherness and matching.

Usage Notes

Use 雔 primarily in literary or poetic contexts as it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious with the tone; the first tone (chóu) is crucial, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

While 雔 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other HSK level words related to relationships, such as 朋友 (péngyǒu, friend) and 伴侣 (bànlǚ, partner). Focus on using it in context to enhance your understanding of companionship and social relationships.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of pairing or matching is often highlighted in traditions such as matchmaking, especially during festivals like the Qixi Festival, which celebrates love and companionship.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 雔 with similar sounding words. For example, saying 'chou' with a falling tone could lead to confusion with other meanings. Always use the first tone 'chóu' to convey the correct meaning.

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Pronunciation of 雔

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Etymology of 雔

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Explanation

Duplicate of 隹 (bird).

Memory Hint

A pair 隹 of lovebirds

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 雔?

Decomposition of 雔

IDS Structure⿰隹隹
Full Character
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zhui1
left
zhui1
right
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Which of these is a component of 雔?

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Cultural Notes for 雔

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of pairing or matching is often highlighted in traditions such as matchmaking, especially during festivals like the Qixi Festival, which celebrates love and companionship.

Frequently Asked Questions about 雔

While 雔 itself is less common, it can be found in more literary phrases discussing companionship or partnership.