surname Fu

JLPT N5 12 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Meaning and Usage

The character (fù) primarily means "wealthy" or "rich," referring to material wealth or abundance. It can describe people, families, or places that have plentiful resources or possessions.

Common Collocations

  • (fùyǒu): wealthy, rich
  • (fùráo): abundant (usually for natural resources)
  • 富裕 (fùyù): affluent, prosperous

Usage Notes

is often used in formal or written contexts to describe wealth or abundance. When describing people, it usually implies financial wealth but can also metaphorically extend to richness in knowledge or experience. It is less commonly used as a surname but does exist.

Common Confusions

Don't confuse with (fú), which means "blessing" or "good fortune." Although they sound similar, their meanings and usage differ significantly.

Register and Tone

is neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it tends to appear more in written language or formal speech when discussing wealth or abundance.

Example Sentences

His family is very wealthy, owning many properties and cars.

This area's natural resources are very abundant, suitable for agricultural

He dreams of becoming a wealthy person, not only in money but also in