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古 (gǔ): ancient

Stroke Order & Writing

HSK 5adjective

Character info

Pinyin
Meaning
ancient
Characters
1
Part of speech
adjective
HSK level
HSK 5
Strokes
5
Radical
口
Structure
上下结构

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • ancient
  • old
  • paleo-
  • surname Gu

Chinese explanation

  • 中国古代的、年代久远的,与现代相对
  • 指古代的事物或时代
  • 姓氏,读作gǔ。

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5 strokes

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Example sentences

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Teacher Gu has been teaching us history for ten years; his lectures are very lively.

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Yesterday I ran into Gu Ming at the library; he was preparing for the HSK exam.

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Dr. Gu, may I ask if I need to take medicine for my cold?

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The braised pork that Chef Gu makes is especially delicious; our whole family loves it.

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Manager Gu, I have already sent this report to your email; please check it.

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