peach

JLPT N5 10 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Meaning and Usage

The character (táo) primarily means "peach," referring to the fruit. It is commonly used in everyday conversation when talking about food, seasons, or gifts.

Common Collocations

  • (táozi): peach (the fruit)
  • (táohuā): peach blossom, often used to symbolize spring or romance
  • (chī táozi): to eat peaches

Usage Notes

is often paired with (zi) to specifically denote the fruit . When talking about the flower, is used. is a neutral word, suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is important not to confuse (peach) with other fruit characters like (plum) or 杏 (apricot).

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, peach blossoms symbolize longevity and romance, so appears frequently in poetry and festivals.

Example Sentences

I like eating fresh peaches, especially peaches in summer.

The peach blossoms have bloomed, spring has arrived.

He gave me a basket of peaches as a gift.