Meanings of 驹
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AI Study Notes for 驹
Learners should be cautious not to confuse 驹 with similar characters like 马 (mǎ) which means horse in general. This word is more formal and literary, so it’s not commonly used in everyday conversation. It often appears in idiomatic expressions or poetry.
Since 驹 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, students at HSK level 4 and above may encounter it in literature or advanced texts. Focus on recognizing the character in context and understanding its use in describing speed or youthfulness.
Learners often confuse 驹 with 马 (mǎ) and may use it interchangeably, but 驹 specifically denotes a young horse or colt. For example, saying '我有一匹驹' (Wǒ yǒu yī pǐ jū) is correct, while saying '我有一匹马' (Wǒ yǒu yī pǐ mǎ) is too broad if referring specifically to a colt.
Pronunciation of 驹
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Etymology of 驹
Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 句 represents the sound. Simplified form of 駒.
horse
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Case file: 驹
Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 句 represents the sound. Simplified form of 駒.
- 1The meaning half马 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half句 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayhorse
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say colt; fleet, swift; surname in Chinese
“colt; fleet, swift; surname” in Chinese is驹
驹 (jū) refers primarily to a young horse or colt. It can also convey the idea of swiftness or speed, often used in literary contexts. This character may also appear as a surname in some Chinese families.
When to use 驹
Learners should be cautious not to confuse 驹 with similar characters like 马 (mǎ) which means horse in general. This word is more formal and literary, so it’s not commonly used in everyday conversation. It often appears in idiomatic expressions or poetry.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 驹 with 马 (mǎ) and may use it interchangeably, but 驹 specifically denotes a young horse or colt. For example, saying '我有一匹驹' (Wǒ yǒu yī pǐ jū) is correct, while saying '我有一匹马' (Wǒ yǒu yī pǐ mǎ) is too broad if referring specifically to a colt.
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Grammar Patterns of 驹
驹 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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“彗星”还跟“斯平威·哈维斯特”生下了这匹出类拔萃的小马____。
Comet also sired the champion foal out of Spinway Harvest.
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Cultural Notes for 驹
In Western cultures, a colt is simply viewed as a baby horse, but in Chinese literature, young horses symbolize not just youth but also potential and vitality, which is often celebrated in poetry and art.
Word Family of 驹
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Frequently Asked Questions about 驹
The tone for 驹 is the first tone (jū), which is high and level.
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