Meanings of 窭
By ear
Play it, then pick what 窭 means.
About 窭
Podcast: 窭
Podcast: 窭
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 窭
简陋 (jiǎnlòu, shabby) vs 贫穷 (pínqióng, impoverished) — use 窭 (jù) for rustic simplicity rather than just shabbiness or financial poverty.
Be careful when using 窭 as it can sometimes carry a derogatory implication if referring to someone’s lifestyle or background. It is more commonly used in informal contexts. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that have more neutral or positive meanings.
Although 窭 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it relates to other words describing poverty or simplicity at higher levels. Students should focus on recognizing this character in literature or conversations discussing social themes.
Learners often confuse 窭 with similar characters like 贫 (pín), which means poor but lacks the rustic connotation. For example, saying '他很窭' (Tā hěn jù) to mean 'He is very poor' may sound overly harsh; instead, use '他很贫穷' (Tā hěn pínqióng) for a neutral tone.
Pronunciation of 窭
Drill the tone of 窭 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 窭 to You
Let me explain 窭 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 窭 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 窭?
Learning Lab
Knowing 窭 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 窭
hole
Origin
窭 = 穴 + 娄. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 窭
Parts
Which of these is part of 窭?
How to say poor; rustic in Chinese
“poor; rustic” in Chinese is窭
The character 窭 (jù) means poor or rustic, often conveying a sense of simplicity or lack of sophistication. It is commonly used to describe conditions that are humble and unrefined, both in a literal sense (like housing) and a figurative sense (like manners or lifestyle). This character can evoke feelings of humility or modesty.
When to use 窭
Be careful when using 窭 as it can sometimes carry a derogatory implication if referring to someone’s lifestyle or background. It is more commonly used in informal contexts. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that have more neutral or positive meanings.
窭 or something close to it
简陋 (jiǎnlòu, shabby) vs 贫穷 (pínqióng, impoverished) — use 窭 (jù) for rustic simplicity rather than just shabbiness or financial poverty.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 窭 with similar characters like 贫 (pín), which means poor but lacks the rustic connotation. For example, saying '他很窭' (Tā hěn jù) to mean 'He is very poor' may sound overly harsh; instead, use '他很贫穷' (Tā hěn pínqióng) for a neutral tone.
Write 窭
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 窭 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 窭?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Word Family of 窭
Frequently Asked Questions about 窭
The tone of 窭 is the fourth tone, which is a falling tone.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 窭?
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.