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March 24, 2026
麾huī(hui1)
The character 麾 (huī) refers to a pennant, flag, or banner, often used in military contexts to signify commands or to rally troops. It can also mean to signal or beckon someone, emphasizing the act of communication through visual means. This term is often found in literary or historical texts rather than in everyday conversation.
Strokes15Radical麻Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, flags and banners were crucial in military strategy and communication, symbolizing authority and direction on the battlefield. The role of signals in warfare showcases the importance of visual communication in Chinese history.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand general waving a colorful flag (麾) to rally his troops. The character 麾 has a radical for 'flag' (毛, máo) at the bottom, which can remind you of the fluttering banner, while the top resembles a hand signaling the troops to move. Picture this scene vividly to connect the character to its meaning.
Meanings of 麾
huī(hui1)
1pennant, flag, banner; to signal to
2signal flag
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About 麾
麾Simplified
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麻Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand general waving a colorful flag (麾) to rally his troops. The character 麾 has a radical for 'flag' (毛, máo) at the bottom, which can remind you of the fluttering banner, while the top resembles a hand signaling the troops to move. Picture this scene vividly to connect the character to its meaning.
Usage Notes
麾 is more commonly used in formal or literary contexts rather than in everyday speech. Be careful not to confuse it with related characters like '旗' (qí), which means 'flag' but is used more generally. It is often paired with verbs like '扬' (yáng) meaning 'to raise' or '挥' (huī) meaning 'to wave'.
HSK Study Tips
Although 麾 is not part of the official HSK levels, it connects to themes in HSK 5 and above, where military and historical vocabulary is more prevalent. Students should focus on recognizing its usage in classical texts or discussions about history and strategy.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, flags and banners were crucial in military strategy and communication, symbolizing authority and direction on the battlefield. The role of signals in warfare showcases the importance of visual communication in Chinese history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 麾 with 旗 (qí), incorrectly using it in casual contexts. For example, saying '我买了一面麾' (wǒ mǎile yī miàn huī) when they mean 'I bought a flag' is incorrect; it should be '我买了一面旗'.
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Cultural Notes for 麾
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In ancient China, flags and banners were crucial in military strategy and communication, symbolizing authority and direction on the battlefield. The role of signals in warfare showcases the importance of visual communication in Chinese history.
Word Family of 麾
Words Containing This Character2
麾下troops
麾huīsignal flag
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 麾
No, 麾 is primarily found in literary or historical contexts rather than everyday conversations.
旗 (qí) is a more general term for 'flag', while 麾 specifically refers to a pennant or banner used for signaling.
It's better to use 麾 in formal or literary contexts due to its specific connotations.
