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蓄
xù
Description
"蓄"这个字的意思是把东西存起来，不马上用完。
The character "蓄" means to store something and not use it up immediately.
我们常常说"储蓄"钱，也可以说"蓄水"或者"蓄电"。
We often say "储蓄" for saving money, and can also say "蓄水" or "蓄电".
Meanings
蓄xù
to store up; to save; to accumulate
这个水库可以蓄很多水。
This reservoir can store a lot of water.
蓄xù
to grow (hair or beard); to keep
他开始蓄胡子了。
He has started growing a beard.
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Notes
- Etymology
the grass radical 艹 originally related to storing plants or food.
- Nuance
蓄 is usually part of compounds like 储蓄 or 蓄水, rarely used alone.
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