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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
骘zhìstallion; to determine; to promoteg, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìa stallionunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìto riseunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìto arrangeunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìto stabilizeunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìto differentiateunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
骘zhìto judgeunknown, 12 strokes, radical 马
zhì(zhi4)zhi T4
  1. 1stallion; to determine; to promote
  2. 2a stallion
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March 24, 2026

骘(騭)zhì(zhi4)

The character 骘 (zhì) primarily refers to a stallion, a male horse used for breeding. It can also imply the action of determining or judging something, as well as promoting or stabilizing an arrangement. This character is often used in contexts related to horses, judgment, and organization.

Strokes12Radical马
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, horses have been historically significant symbols of strength, speed, and loyalty. The concept of a stallion is often associated with traditional practices in agriculture and warfare, emphasizing the horse's role in society.

Memory tip

Imagine a majestic stallion standing tall, representing strength and stability. The character 骘 (zhì) looks like a horse (the radical 馬) with a determination to rise and succeed, just like a stallion leading a herd. Picture the stallion judging its surroundings to keep its group safe.

Meanings of 骘

zhì(zhi4)
1stallion; to determine; to promote
2a stallion
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About 骘

骘Simplified
騭Traditional
12Strokes
马Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar-sounding characters. It is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversations, making it more suitable for literary or academic contexts. Common collocations include phrases related to horse breeding and judgment.

HSK Study Tips

Although 骘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to Level 3-4 words about animals and actions. Students should focus on pronunciation and the context of usage, especially in specialized fields like agriculture or literature.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar characters like 直 (zhí), which means 'straight.' For example, saying '我想买一匹直马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhí mǎ) is incorrect; it should be '我想买一匹骘马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhì mǎ) to mean 'I want to buy a stallion.'

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Etymology of 骘

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

To climb 陟 on a horse 马; 陟 also provides the pronunciation

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Decomposition of 骘

IDS Structure⿱陟马
骘Full character
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陟zhi4
top
马Ma3
bottom
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How to say stallion; to determine; to promote in Chinese

“stallion; to determine; to promote” in Chinese is骘zhì

The character 骘 (zhì) primarily refers to a stallion, a male horse used for breeding. It can also imply the action of determining or judging something, as well as promoting or stabilizing an arrangement. This character is often used in contexts related to horses, judgment, and organization.

When to use 骘

Be careful not to confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar-sounding characters. It is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversations, making it more suitable for literary or academic contexts. Common collocations include phrases related to horse breeding and judgment.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 骘 (zhì) with similar characters like 直 (zhí), which means 'straight.' For example, saying '我想买一匹直马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhí mǎ) is incorrect; it should be '我想买一匹骘马' (Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yī pǐ zhì mǎ) to mean 'I want to buy a stallion.'

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Word Family of 骘

Words containing this character1
骘zhìto rise騭

Frequently Asked Questions about 骘

It means stallion, but it can also refer to determining or judging something.

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