HSK 6, q, 4 strokes, radical 户, rank #3560, Medium
户
hù
door
HSK 6, q, 4 strokes, radical 户, rank #3560, Medium
户
hù
family
HSK 6, q, 4 strokes, radical 户, rank #3560, Medium
hù(hu4) T4
1a household
2door
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March 24, 2026
户(戶)hù(hu4)
The character 户 (hù) primarily means 'household' or 'door.' It is commonly used to refer to a family unit or the physical door of a house. In various contexts, it can also imply the concept of a household in terms of economic or social discussions.
Strokes4Radical户Frequency#3560DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of 户 is significant, as family lineage and household registration play crucial roles in social structure and governance. The importance of family ties is reflected in various customs and celebrations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large door (户) opening to a cozy home filled with a family. The character looks like a door with a roof over it, symbolizing the entrance to a household.
Meanings of 户
hù(hu4)
1a household
2door
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About 户
户Simplified
戶Traditional
4Strokes
户Radical
量词liàngcímeasure word (mw.)Part of Speech
#3560Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 户
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large door (户) opening to a cozy home filled with a family. The character looks like a door with a roof over it, symbolizing the entrance to a household.
Usage Notes
户 is often used in formal contexts, especially in government or legal documents, to refer to households. Be cautious with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning completely. Common collocations include '户口' (hùkǒu) meaning 'household registration.'
HSK Study Tips
While 户 is not listed in the HSK levels, it is a fundamental character connected to concepts like family and home. Students should focus on its usage in compound words and phrases related to domestic life.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of 户 is significant, as family lineage and household registration play crucial roles in social structure and governance. The importance of family ties is reflected in various customs and celebrations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 户 with 家 (jiā), which also means 'family' but has different connotations. For example, saying '我有一个户' (wǒ yǒu yīgè hù) instead of '我有一个家' (wǒ yǒu yīgè jiā) is incorrect; '家' is preferred for 'I have a family.'
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Grammar Patterns of 户
户 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
They prefer to bargain with individual clients, for cash.
Cultural Notes for 户
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The character '户' relates to the concept of a door, symbolizing entry and family. In ancient China, households were often defined by their doors, as they represented a family's status and privacy.
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of 户 is significant, as family lineage and household registration play crucial roles in social structure and governance. The importance of family ties is reflected in various customs and celebrations.
Word Family of 户
Compounds14
护hu4to protect
启Qi3Qi son of Yu the Great 禹[Yǔ], reported founder of the Xia Dynasty 夏朝[Xià Cháo] (c. 2070-c. 1600 BC)
驴lü2donkey, ass
芦lu2rushes, reeds
庐lu2hut, cottage; the name of a mountain
沪Hu4Shanghai; the Shanghai river
帍
戹
扄
扅
淭
肁
馿
鳸
Words Containing This Character20
客户kèhùclient客戶
户hùdoor戶
用户yònghùuser用戶
窗户chuānghuwindow窗戶
账户zhànghùbank account賬戶
户外hùwàioutdoor戶外
住户zhùhùhousehold住戶
户口registered residence戶口
农户peasant household農戶
门户door門戶
猎户座Orion (constellation)獵戶座
户头bank account戶頭
开户to open an account (bank etc)開戶
大户great family大戶
户籍census register戶籍
落户luòhùto settle落戶
江户Edo (old name of Tokyo)江戶
商户merchant商戶
家喻户晓jiāyùhùxiǎoa household name家喻戶曉
过户(real estate) conveyancing過戶
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Frequently Asked Questions about 户
户 (hù) is significant in Chinese culture as it represents the concept of family and community. Traditionally, the household unit plays a crucial role in social structure and identity.
Yes, there are expressions that include 户, such as '户外活动' (outdoor activities), which highlights social gatherings outside the home. This reflects the importance of family and social interactions.
户 (hù) means 'household' or 'door' in Chinese. It can refer to a family unit or a physical door. In various contexts, it emphasizes the concept of a home or dwelling.
户 (hù) can be used to refer to households or families, as in '这个户有五口人' (This household has five members). It can also describe the door, such as '他在户口上写了名字' (He wrote his name on the door).
Some common phrases include '户口' (household registration) and '户外' (outdoor).
Yes, it is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing family or household-related topics.
You can associate 'hù' with 'who' as in 'who lives in that household?'
