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March 24, 2026
兔子tùzi(tu4zi5)
兔子 (tùzi) refers to a rabbit or hare, commonly recognized as a small, furry mammal known for its long ears and swift movements. This term is frequently used in both everyday conversation and in literature, often symbolizing agility and playfulness.
Frequency#2861DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, rabbits are often associated with the moon and the lunar calendar, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival, where mooncakes are shaped like rabbits.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'tutu' (sounds like 'tu4') wearing long ears (like a rabbit) and hopping around. The '子' (zi) at the end can remind you of a small child (子 often means 'child' or 'son'), enhancing the image of a playful little rabbit.
Meanings of 兔子
tùzi(tu4zi5)
1hare
2rabbit
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About 兔子
兔子Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2861Frequency Rank
只Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 兔子
Quick Contrast
兔 (tù) refers to the rabbit as a concept or in a general sense, while 兔子 (tùzi) specifically denotes the animal in a more familiar or affectionate manner.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'tutu' (sounds like 'tu4') wearing long ears (like a rabbit) and hopping around. The '子' (zi) at the end can remind you of a small child (子 often means 'child' or 'son'), enhancing the image of a playful little rabbit.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone of '兔' which is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone) while '子' is pronounced with a neutral tone. A common mistake is confusing the classifier, using '只' (zhī) instead of '隻' (zhī) when counting rabbits.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, students should focus on context and usage, as well as the character structure. It connects to other animal-related vocabulary and classifiers, which are crucial for building descriptions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, rabbits are often associated with the moon and the lunar calendar, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival, where mooncakes are shaped like rabbits.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly write '兔子' with the wrong tone in the pinyin, such as 'tuzi' instead of 'tùzi'. Another mistake might be misusing the classifier, like saying '两兔子' instead of the correct '两只兔子'.
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Grammar Patterns of 兔子
兔子 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 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 5
Complete the Sentence
该疾病一下子就使4,000万只____丧命。
The disease wiped out 40 million rabbits at a stroke.
Rabbits still manage to find a way in. I am sure that some have even taken to gnawing through the metal.
8
农民把兔子拾回家去, 美美地吃了一顿兔肉.
nóng mín bǎ tù zǐ shí huí jiā qù, , měi měi dì chī le yī dùn tù.
The farmer took the rabbit home, and cooked himself a delicious meal.
9
狗把兔子追进了洞穴.
gǒu bǎ tù zǐ zhuī jìn le dòng xué.
The dog had chased a rabbit into its burrow.
10
魔术师手一挥兔子便不见了.
mó shù shī shǒu yī huī tù zǐ biàn bù jiàn le.
With a wave of his hand, the magician made the rabbit vanish.
Cultural Notes for 兔子
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, rabbits are often associated with the moon and the lunar calendar, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival, where mooncakes are shaped like rabbits.
Frequently Asked Questions about 兔子
兔子 specifically refers to rabbits or hares, while other terms may refer to different animals; for example, 狗 (gǒu) is for dogs.
In phrases, you may see 兔子 used with adjectives or verbs, e.g., '兔子跑得快' means 'the rabbit runs fast'.
Yes, an example is '兔子不吃窝边草', which means 'a rabbit does not eat grass near its burrow,' suggesting one should not take advantage of close relationships.
