Chinese Character: 朽 (xiǔ - Decay)
1. Character Basics (基本特征)
Radical: 木 (tree radical)
Stroke Count: 6 (6 strokes)
Character Decomposition: 木 + 丂 (tree + breath)
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation (发音)
Pinyin: xiǔ (third tone)
3. Meaning (含义)
朽 primarily means decay, and is used in various contexts related to deterioration and aging.
4. Common Words (常用词汇)
- 腐朽 (fǔ xiǔ) - rotten
- 不朽 (bù xiǔ) - immortal
- 朽木 (xiǔ mù) - rotten wood
5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)
朽 is primarily used as an adjective to describe decay, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of deterioration and aging.
6. Cultural Background (文化背景)
In Chinese culture, 朽 reflects the importance of the natural cycle of life and decay in traditional practices such as philosophy and daily life.
7. Example Sentence (例句)
这块木头已经腐朽了。(Zhè kuài mù tou yǐ jīng fǔ xiǔ le.)
This piece of wood has already decayed.
8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)
Remember 朽 as "tree breath" - the 木 represents tree, and 丂 means breath, together forming the concept of decay.