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March 24, 2026
驦shuāng(shuang1)
The character 驦 (shuāng) refers specifically to a type of horse, often used in literary contexts. It can denote strength and speed, embodying the ideal qualities of horses in traditional Chinese culture, especially in poetry and historical texts.
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Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese culture, horses were vital for transportation and warfare, symbolizing status and power. The character 驦 reflects this significance, often appearing in texts that celebrate equestrian prowess and heroism.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'double horse' galloping swiftly across the plains. The character 驦 consists of the radical for horse (马) and an additional component that suggests its dual or enhanced nature, helping you remember both the pronunciation 'shuāng' and its meaning as a powerful horse.
Meanings of 驦
shuāng(shuang1)
1horse
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驦Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'double horse' galloping swiftly across the plains. The character 驦 consists of the radical for horse (马) and an additional component that suggests its dual or enhanced nature, helping you remember both the pronunciation 'shuāng' and its meaning as a powerful horse.
Usage Notes
This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in classical literature. Learners may mistake it for more commonly used horse-related terms like 马 (mǎ), which simply means 'horse'. Be cautious about the context in which you use it.
HSK Study Tips
Although 驦 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to the theme of animals in HSK Level 1 (e.g., 马). Focus on animal-related vocabulary and their nuances to deepen your understanding of this character.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese culture, horses were vital for transportation and warfare, symbolizing status and power. The character 驦 reflects this significance, often appearing in texts that celebrate equestrian prowess and heroism.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 驦 with 马, thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 驦 specifically refers to a type of horse in a more literary sense, while 马 is the general term for horses.
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Cultural Notes for 驦
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In ancient Chinese culture, horses were vital for transportation and warfare, symbolizing status and power. The character 驦 reflects this significance, often appearing in texts that celebrate equestrian prowess and heroism.
Word Family of 驦
Words Containing This Character1
骦shuāng(literary) good horse (old)驦
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Frequently Asked Questions about 驦
No, 驦 is more often found in classical literature than in modern conversation.
马 (mǎ) is the general term for 'horse', while 驦 (shuāng) refers to a specific type or concept of a horse, often in a literary context.
It is pronounced as 'shuāng', with the first tone.
