秆 (gǎn) - stalk, stem (of grain plants) & refers to the main body of crops like

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gǎn ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 禾

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秆 · gǎn

stalk, stem (of grain plants);

refers to the main body of crops like rice, wheat, etc.

stalk, stem (of grain plants)refers to the main body of crops like

Usage highlights

Wheat stalkRice strawCorn stalkSorghum stalkStraw hatStalk fertilizer

Synonyms

  • 茎— stem, stalk (general term)
  • 杆— pole, rod (similar sound, different meaning)

Antonyms

  • 根— root (opposite end of plant)
  • 叶— leaf (different plant part)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The wheat stalk (麦秆) is golden.
  • Rice straw (稻草秆) can be used for crafts.
  • Corn stalks (玉米秆) remain after harvest.
  • They collected sorghum stalks (高粱秆).

Collocations

  • Wheat stalk(麦秆)
  • Rice straw(稻草秆)
  • Corn stalk(玉米秆)
  • Sorghum stalk(高粱秆)
  • Straw hat(秆帽)
  • Stalk fertilizer(秆肥)

Idioms

  • As straight as a stalk(秆直如松)
  • Straw that breaks the camel's back(压垮骆驼的最后一根秆)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 秆 represents the main body of grain crops, symbolizing agriculture and harvest.
  • In traditional culture, stalks were used for fuel, feed, and crafts, reflecting resourcefulness.

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