草
cǎo
What does 草 mean?
Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark
What it means
grass; thatch
In this place
In 草堂: the thatch half of the cottage name.
Remember this
Look up at the straw roof — 草 here means thatch overhead, not a lawn. Smell dry straw after rain and the character locks.
Where you’ll see it
Quick answers
- What does 草 (cǎo) mean for travelers?
- grass; thatch
- Where will I see 草 in China?
- On VibeHanzi it is taught at Du Fu Thatched Cottage. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
- How do I remember 草 on the street?
- Look up at the straw roof — 草 here means thatch overhead, not a lawn. Smell dry straw after rain and the character locks.