Basic Meaning
n
Refers to various plants in the Cucurbitaceae family. In compounds like 西瓜 (watermelon), 南瓜 (pumpkin).
melon; gourd; a type of vine plant with palmate leaves, yellow flowers, and edible fruits, such as watermelon, pumpkin, winter melon, cucumber, etc.
蔓生植物,叶掌状,花多为黄色,果实可吃。种类很多,有西瓜、南瓜、冬瓜、黄瓜等。
Words:
Sentences:
- 夏天我喜欢吃西瓜。In summer, I like to eat watermelon.
- 妈妈在花园里种了南瓜。Mom planted pumpkins in the garden.
- 黄瓜可以做沙拉。Cucumbers can be used to make salad.
n
Often used metaphorically in informal contexts, e.g., 脑袋瓜 (head).
something shaped like a melon.
形状像瓜的东西。
Words:
脑袋瓜
Sentences:
- 他的脑袋瓜很聪明。His head is very smart.
Writing & Component
Radical瓜
Structuresingle
Stroke Count5
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