unknown, 9 strokes, radical 礻, rank #22395, Very Hard
祛
qū
to dispel
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 礻, rank #22395, Very Hard
祛
qū
to drive away
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 礻, rank #22395, Very Hard
祛
qū
to remove
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 礻, rank #22395, Very Hard
qū(qu1) T1
1to expel, to disperse; to exorcise
2sacrifice to drive away calamity
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March 24, 2026
祛qū(qu1)
The character 祛 (qū) means to expel or drive away something undesirable, often associated with negative forces or calamities. This term is commonly used in contexts related to health or spirituality, such as exorcising evil spirits or dispelling bad luck.
Strokes9Radical礻Frequency#22395DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the practice of 祛 is often linked to traditional medicine and folk beliefs, where various rituals are performed to dispel ailments or misfortunes. This highlights the importance of health and well-being in daily life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large, dark cloud representing bad luck overshadowing you. The character 祛 looks like a person (the radical 礻) waving their arms to disperse the cloud, shouting 'qū!' to drive it away. This vivid image helps you remember both its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 祛
qū(qu1)
1to expel, to disperse; to exorcise
2sacrifice to drive away calamity
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About 祛
祛Simplified
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礻Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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驱 (qū) vs 驱赶 (qūgǎn) — use 祛 when referring specifically to expelling negative forces or calamities, while 驱 and 驱赶 are more general terms for driving away or chasing off.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large, dark cloud representing bad luck overshadowing you. The character 祛 looks like a person (the radical 礻) waving their arms to disperse the cloud, shouting 'qū!' to drive it away. This vivid image helps you remember both its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 祛, as it is more formal and often found in literary or traditional contexts. It is frequently used in phrases related to health remedies or rituals, such as 祛病 (qū bìng - dispel illness). Misusing it in casual conversations can sound overly dramatic.
HSK Study Tips
While 祛 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it relates to other words at higher levels involving health and spirituality, such as 医 (yī - doctor) or 灵 (líng - spirit). Focus on its usage in traditional medicine and superstitions to enhance your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the practice of 祛 is often linked to traditional medicine and folk beliefs, where various rituals are performed to dispel ailments or misfortunes. This highlights the importance of health and well-being in daily life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 祛 with 驱 (qū), which also means to drive away but is more commonly used in everyday contexts. For instance, saying '我想祛蚊子' (wǒ xiǎng qū wénzi - I want to expel mosquitoes) is incorrect; instead, use 驱蚊子.
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Grammar Patterns of 祛
祛 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 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.
Exercise 1 of 3
Complete the Sentence
介绍几款好的____疤产品, 不要太贵的.
Introduce a few good dispel scar products, not of Yao Taigui.
Introduce a few good dispel scar products, not of Yao Taigui.
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十年以上的陈年旧疤怎么祛除?
shí nián yǐ shàng de chén nián jiù bā zěn mó qū chú?
Of 10 years of above age old scar how dispel?
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目的观察祛渣洗剂治疗酒渣鼻的疗效.
mù de guān chá qū zhā xǐ jì zhì liáo jiǔ zhā bí de liáo xiào.
Objective To observe the curative effects of Quzha Lotion curing rosacea.
Cultural Notes for 祛
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the practice of 祛 is often linked to traditional medicine and folk beliefs, where various rituals are performed to dispel ailments or misfortunes. This highlights the importance of health and well-being in daily life.
Word Family of 祛
Words Containing This Character2
祛qūto dispel
祛淤to dispel blood stasis (TCM)
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 祛
You can use 祛 in contexts involving health, such as traditional medicine, or when discussing rituals to remove bad influences.
No, 祛 is not commonly used in modern slang; it is more formal and traditional.
While you can technically use it, it's more appropriate for serious matters like illness or spiritual issues rather than everyday problems.
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