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cǎo

What does 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.