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鑠 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鑠shuòto melt, to smelt; polish, shinex, 23 strokes, radical 釒
shuò(shuo4) T4
  1. 1to melt, to smelt; polish, shine
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March 24, 2026

鑠shuò(shuo4)

The character 鑠 (shuò) primarily means 'to melt' or 'to smelt,' often used in contexts involving metalworking or refining materials. It can also refer to the action of polishing or shining surfaces, conveying a sense of transformation or enhancement in various materials.

Strokes23Radical釒
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese metalworking, the process of smelting was crucial for producing tools and weapons, which played a significant role in ancient Chinese culture and technology. Understanding 鑠 can provide insight into these historical practices.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shining piece of metal that has just been melted down to take on a new form. The radical 钅 (metal) is a clue to its meaning, and the sound 'shuò' can be linked to 'shining' as you visualize the molten metal gleaming in the light.

Meanings of 鑠

shuò(shuo4)
1to melt, to smelt; polish, shine
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About 鑠

鑠Simplified
23Strokes
釒Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 鑠 with similar-sounding characters like 搓 (cuō), which means 'to rub' or 'to twist.' This character is more formal and is often used in industrial or technical contexts. Be aware of the tone; 鑠 (shuò) is pronounced with a fourth tone, which is crucial for correct pronunciation.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鑠 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with other HSK words related to metal and manufacturing, such as 鉄 (tiě, iron) and 煉 (liàn, to refine). Focus on recognizing the context in which 鑠 is used to understand its application in terms of industry.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly use 鑠 in casual conversations, as it is more appropriate for formal or industrial contexts. For example, saying '我今天鑠这个问题' (Wǒ jīntiān shuò zhège wèntí) is incorrect; a more suitable verb like 解决 (jiějué, to solve) should be used instead.

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Etymology of 鑠

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

metal

Semantic (meaning)釒
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Phonetic (sound)樂
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Origin

鑠 = 釒 + 樂. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鑠

IDS Structure⿰釒樂
鑠Full Character
=
釒jin1
left
樂le4
right
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How to say to melt, to smelt; polish, shine in Chinese

“to melt, to smelt; polish, shine” in Chinese is鑠shuò

The character 鑠 (shuò) primarily means 'to melt' or 'to smelt,' often used in contexts involving metalworking or refining materials. It can also refer to the action of polishing or shining surfaces, conveying a sense of transformation or enhancement in various materials.

When to use 鑠

Learners often confuse 鑠 with similar-sounding characters like 搓 (cuō), which means 'to rub' or 'to twist.' This character is more formal and is often used in industrial or technical contexts. Be aware of the tone; 鑠 (shuò) is pronounced with a fourth tone, which is crucial for correct pronunciation.

What learners get wrong

Learners might mistakenly use 鑠 in casual conversations, as it is more appropriate for formal or industrial contexts. For example, saying '我今天鑠这个问题' (Wǒ jīntiān shuò zhège wèntí) is incorrect; a more suitable verb like 解决 (jiějué, to solve) should be used instead.

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Word Family of 鑠

Words Containing This Character4
矍铄hale and hearty矍鑠
铄shuòbright鑠
众口铄金fig. public clamor can obscure the actual truth眾口鑠金
闪铄flickering閃鑠
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Frequently Asked Questions about 鑠

You might say '他在工厂里鑠金属' (Tā zài gōngchǎng lǐ shuò jīnshǔ), meaning 'He melts metal in the factory.'

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