菊花

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"菊花" (júhuā) primarily refers to the chrysanthemum flower, a popular flower in Chinese culture symbolizing autumn and longevity. It is often seen in art, festivals, and traditional medicine.

Common Contexts

You will frequently encounter 菊花 in contexts related to gardening, traditional Chinese medicine (e.g., 菊花), and cultural events like the Chrysanthemum Festival.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 菊花: chrysanthemum tea, a common herbal drink.
  • 菊花: to appreciate or admire chrysanthemums, often in autumn.
  • 盛开菊花: blooming chrysanthemum, describing the flower's state.

Usage Notes

菊花 is a noun and is used straightforwardly to denote the flower. It is not a verb or an adjective. Avoid confusing it with other flower names. In informal or slang contexts, 菊花 can have other meanings, but in formal and educational settings, it strictly means chrysanthemum.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 菊花 with (flower in general) or other specific flowers. 菊花 specifically means chrysanthemum.

Example Sentences

Autumn is a good season to appreciate chrysanthemums.

This painting depicts a blooming chrysanthemum.

Chrysanthemum tea helps to clear heat and detoxify.