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

雔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.

Strokes16Radical隹
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

雔Simplified
16Strokes
隹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 雔

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.

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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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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Jason Etymology Detective

Case file: 雔

Duplicate of 隹 (bird).

  1. 1The giveawayA pair 隹 of lovebirds
  2. 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 雔?

Decomposition of 雔

IDS Structure⿰隹隹
雔Full Character
=
隹zhui1
left
隹zhui1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 雔?

How to say companion; couple; to match in Chinese

“companion; couple; to match” in Chinese is雔chóu

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.

When to use 雔

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.

What learners get wrong

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.

Write 雔

雔

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about 雔

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

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