储 (chǔ) - To store, to save & to reserve

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chǔ ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

橙丁

储 · chǔ

To store, to save;

to reserve;

to accumulate;

also refers to a deputy, heir, or successor.

To store, to saveto reserveto accumulate

Usage highlights

SavingsStorageReservoirCrown prince/heirAccumulationStorage capacity

Synonyms

  • 存— to save, to deposit
  • 积— to accumulate, to amass
  • 蓄— to store up, to save

Antonyms

  • 取— to withdraw, to take out
  • 耗— to consume, to expend
  • 费— to spend, to waste

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We need to save money for the future (储蓄).
  • The warehouse stores a large quantity of goods (储存).
  • He is the designated successor to the position (储君).
  • The reservoir stores water for irrigation (储水池).

Collocations

  • Savings(储蓄)
  • Storage(储存)
  • Reservoir(储水池)
  • Crown prince/heir(储君)
  • Accumulation(储备)
  • Storage capacity(储量)

Idioms

  • Accumulating virtue and storing up achievements(储德积功)
  • Storing grain to guard against hunger(储粮备荒)
  • Storing up provisions and training soldiers(储粮练兵)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In imperial China, '储君' specifically referred to the crown prince or designated heir to the throne.
  • The character embodies values of foresight, preparation, and security through accumulation.
  • In modern contexts, it's strongly associated with financial savings and economic security.

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