Meanings of 花卉
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 花卉
Podcast: 花卉
Podcast: 花卉
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 花卉
花 (huā, flower) vs 植物 (zhíwù, plant) — use 花卉 for a collective term emphasizing ornamental aspects, while 花 refers specifically to flowers and 植物 includes all types of plants.
Be careful not to confuse 花卉 with just 花, which means 'flower' alone. 花卉 is more formal and is often used in contexts like botanical studies or gardening literature. Common collocations include 花卉市场 (flower market) and 花卉展览 (flower exhibition).
While 花卉 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it can be beneficial to learn alongside related vocabulary like 花 (flower) and 植物 (plant) at HSK 2. Focus on pronunciation and the context in which these terms are used together.
Learners often confuse 花卉 with just 花 when discussing plants. For example, saying '我喜欢花卉' (I like flowers) is correct, but using it interchangeably with '花' in casual situations may sound overly formal.
Pronunciation of 花卉
Drill the tone of 花卉 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Component Characters
How to say flowers and plants in Chinese
“flowers and plants” in Chinese is花卉
花卉 (huā huì) refers to flowers and ornamental plants collectively. It is commonly used in contexts related to gardening, landscaping, and floral arrangements, emphasizing the aesthetic and decorative aspects of plants.
When to use 花卉
Be careful not to confuse 花卉 with just 花, which means 'flower' alone. 花卉 is more formal and is often used in contexts like botanical studies or gardening literature. Common collocations include 花卉市场 (flower market) and 花卉展览 (flower exhibition).
花卉 or something close to it
花 (huā, flower) vs 植物 (zhíwù, plant) — use 花卉 for a collective term emphasizing ornamental aspects, while 花 refers specifically to flowers and 植物 includes all types of plants.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 花卉 with just 花 when discussing plants. For example, saying '我喜欢花卉' (I like flowers) is correct, but using it interchangeably with '花' in casual situations may sound overly formal.
Write 花卉
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 花卉 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Common Confusions with 花卉
Similar pronunciation but different meanings and usages.
Similar in appearance and pronunciation but with different meanings.
Spot the Difference
Which character means "flowers and plants"?
Usage Notes for 花卉
花卉 is typically used in formal or academic contexts when discussing botany or horticulture.
在植物学中，花卉的研究非常重要。
In botany, the study of flowers and plants is very important.
Fill in the Blank
在植物学中，____的研究非常重要。
In botany, the study of flowers and plants is very important.
Frequently Asked Questions about 花卉
Examples of 花卉 include roses (玫瑰, méiguī), tulips (郁金香, yùjīnxiāng), and orchids (兰花, lánhuā). These examples showcase the variety of plants that fall under the category of 花卉, highlighting their beauty and diversity.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 花卉?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.