埱 (chù) - Moist & damp

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chù ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

橙丁

埱 · chù

Moist;

damp;

to moisten;

to soak;

also used in ancient texts to describe the action of moistening or soaking.

Moistdampto moisten

Usage highlights

moist soilmoisten with waterdamp groundsoak clothhumid air

Synonyms

  • 湿— wet; moist
  • 润— moist; to moisten
  • 浸— to soak; to immerse

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ground was moist after the rain (雨后地面很埱).
  • He moistened the cloth before cleaning (他埱湿了布再擦).
  • Ancient texts mention using water to moisten the soil (古书提到用水埱土).

Collocations

  • moist soil(埱土)
  • moisten with water(用水埱)
  • damp ground(埱地)
  • soak cloth(埱布)
  • humid air(埱气)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing the process of moistening or soaking.
  • Rarely used in modern Chinese, primarily found in historical or literary contexts.

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