隍
huáng
What does 隍 mean?
Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark
What it means
dry moat
In this place
In 城隍庙: the ditch half of the City God’s job title.
Remember this
Wall alone isn’t a fortress — you need the dry ditch outside it. 城 + 隍 = the whole defended package. Rare character; unforgettable once the moat clicks.
Where you’ll see it
Quick answers
- What does 隍 (huáng) mean for travelers?
- dry moat
- Where will I see 隍 in China?
- On VibeHanzi it is taught at City God Temple. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
- How do I remember 隍 on the street?
- Wall alone isn’t a fortress — you need the dry ditch outside it. 城 + 隍 = the whole defended package. Rare character; unforgettable once the moat clicks.