奏 (zòu) - To perform music & to present a memorial to the emperor

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zòu ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical: 大

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奏 · zòu

To perform music;

to present a memorial to the emperor;

to achieve;

to play an instrument.

To perform musicto present a memorial to the emperorto achieve

Usage highlights

Perform musicPresent a memorialAchieve successPlay an instrumentSymphony performanceSubmit a petition

Synonyms

  • 演— to perform, to act
  • 弹— to play (string instruments)
  • 吹— to play (wind instruments)

Antonyms

  • 停— to stop, to cease
  • 止— to halt, to discontinue

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The orchestra will perform a symphony (奏响交响乐).
  • He presented a memorial to the throne (上奏).
  • They achieved a great victory (奏捷).
  • She plays the piano beautifully (演奏钢琴).

Collocations

  • Perform music(演奏)
  • Present a memorial(上奏)
  • Achieve success(奏效)
  • Play an instrument(奏乐)
  • Symphony performance(奏鸣曲)
  • Submit a petition(奏章)

Idioms

  • To achieve remarkable success(大奏奇功)
  • To perform a swan song(奏绝响)
  • To play in perfect harmony(奏和谐之音)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically used in imperial contexts for officials presenting memorials to the emperor.
  • Strong association with classical Chinese music and court performances.
  • Implies formal presentation and achievement in both musical and bureaucratic contexts.

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