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March 24, 2026
果实(果實)guǒshí(guo3shi2)
果实 (guo3 shi2) refers to the fruit produced by plants, encompassing both literal fruits like apples and figurative uses such as 'the fruits of one's labor' or the results of efforts. It is commonly used in both agricultural contexts and metaphorically to discuss outcomes or achievements.
Frequency#16616DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'fruits' extends beyond just food; it symbolizes hard work and the rewards of one's labor, often referenced in idioms and sayings that highlight the importance of effort and results.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tree full of luscious fruits (果) and think of a successful harvest (实). The character 果 looks like a tree with fruits hanging from it, while 实 gives a sense of reality or substance, as in tangible results.
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AI Study Notes for 果实
Quick Contrast
果 (guǒ) refers to fruit in a more general or abstract sense, while 果实 (guǒshí) specifically denotes the tangible fruit produced by plants.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tree full of luscious fruits (果) and think of a successful harvest (实). The character 果 looks like a tree with fruits hanging from it, while 实 gives a sense of reality or substance, as in tangible results.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 果实 incorrectly in contexts where you mean 'results' without specifying a connection to plants. It is more formal and should be used in contexts discussing success or outcomes rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 果实 connects to other vocabulary about nature and success, such as 成果 (cheng2 guo3, 'achievement') and 结果 (jie2 guo3, 'result'). Focus on understanding its use in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'fruits' extends beyond just food; it symbolizes hard work and the rewards of one's labor, often referenced in idioms and sayings that highlight the importance of effort and results.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 果实 with 水果 (shui3 guo3) when talking about fruit in a casual context. Remember that 果实 is more formal and can also mean 'results' in a broader sense, while 水果 strictly means 'fruit'.
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Grammar Patterns of 果实
果实 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. 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 4
Complete the Sentence
苹果花 [ 树 ] 今年尚未结好____.
The apple - blossom hasn't [ The apples haven't ] set well this year.
The apple - blossom hasn't [ The apples haven't ] set well this year.
2
爱情是一朵芬芳的鲜花,友情是一颗甜美的果实.
ài qíng shì yī duǒ fēn fāng de xiān huā, , yǒu qíng shì yī kē tián měi de guǒ.
Love is a fragrant flower and friendship is a sweet fruit.
3
那棵苹果树果实累累,压弯了树枝.
nà kē píng guǒ shù guǒ shí léi léi, , yā wān le shù.
The apple tree was bowed down with the weight of its fruit.
4
这种果实颇似甜栗子。
zhè zhǒng guǒ shí pō sì tián lì zǐ。
The fruit is rather like a sweet chestnut.
5
霞多利的果实很小, 但果皮很厚, 且易破裂, 易氧化.
xiá duō lì de guǒ shí hěn xiǎo, , dàn guǒ pí hěn, hòu , qiě yì, pò liè ,.
Chardonnay berries are relatively small, thin - skinned, fragile , and oxidize easily.
Cultural Notes for 果实
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'fruits' extends beyond just food; it symbolizes hard work and the rewards of one's labor, often referenced in idioms and sayings that highlight the importance of effort and results.
Frequently Asked Questions about 果实
Yes, 果实 can refer to all types of fruit, but in a more formal context. For everyday conversations, you might just say 水果 (shui3 guo3).
No, while it can refer to actual fruits, it is also commonly used to describe results or achievements in various contexts.
果实 emphasizes the outcome of efforts or labor, while 结果 focuses more on the final result of an event or situation.
