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岿 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
岿kuīgrand, stately; secure, lastingx, 8 strokes, radical 山
岿kuīhigh and mighty (of mountain)unknown, 8 strokes, radical 山
岿kuīhillyunknown, 8 strokes, radical 山
kuī(kui1) T1
  1. 1grand, stately; secure, lasting
  2. 2high and mighty (of mountain)
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March 24, 2026

岿(巋)kuī(kui1)

The character 岿 (kuī) conveys the idea of something grand or stately, often associated with mountains or prominent landscapes. It suggests a sense of security and lasting presence, typically used in literary or poetic contexts to describe impressive natural features.

Strokes8Radical山
Cultural Note

In Chinese literature, mountains are often seen as symbols of strength and stability, reflecting the cultural reverence for nature. The use of 岿 in poetry emphasizes the majestic and enduring qualities of these landscapes, contributing to themes of harmony between humanity and nature.

Memory Tip

Imagine a colossal mountain standing tall and proud, its peak touching the sky (the 'mountain' radical 山 is part of this character). To remember the pronunciation 'kuī,' think of a 'queen' on a mountain, ruling over the land with majesty.

Meanings of 岿

kuī(kui1)
1grand, stately; secure, lasting
2high and mighty (of mountain)
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About 岿

岿Simplified
巋Traditional
8Strokes
山Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This character is typically used in formal or literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar characters that denote different types of elevation or grandeur. Common collocations include phrases related to nature or geography, such as '岿然不动' (kuī rán bù dòng), meaning 'to remain steadfast'.

HSK Study Tips

While 岿 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can complement the understanding of related words like 山 (mountain) and 高 (tall/high). Focus on its usage in descriptive writing and poetry to enhance your vocabulary at higher levels.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 岿 with other characters that also describe mountains, leading to incorrect usage. For instance, using it in a casual context where a simpler term like 高 (tall) would suffice is a common error.

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Etymology of 岿

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

mountain

Semantic (meaning)山
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Phonetic (sound)归
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Origin

岿 = 山 + 归. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 岿

IDS Structure⿱山归
岿Full Character
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山Shan1
top
归Gui1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say grand, stately; secure, lasting in Chinese

“grand, stately; secure, lasting” in Chinese is岿kuī

The character 岿 (kuī) conveys the idea of something grand or stately, often associated with mountains or prominent landscapes. It suggests a sense of security and lasting presence, typically used in literary or poetic contexts to describe impressive natural features.

When to use 岿

This character is typically used in formal or literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar characters that denote different types of elevation or grandeur. Common collocations include phrases related to nature or geography, such as '岿然不动' (kuī rán bù dòng), meaning 'to remain steadfast'.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 岿 with other characters that also describe mountains, leading to incorrect usage. For instance, using it in a casual context where a simpler term like 高 (tall) would suffice is a common error.

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Word Family of 岿

Words Containing This Character1
岿kuīhilly巋

Frequently Asked Questions about 岿

It often appears in poetic phrases or descriptions of landscapes, such as '岿然不动' which means to be unmoving or steadfast.

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