adjective / bound morpheme HSK 4
Traditional
fēng
abundant · plentiful · rich · plump

Meaning

() conveys the idea of abundance, richness, or fullness. It appears in many compound words related to prosperity, plentiful harvests, or richness of content. As a standalone character, it's less common in modern speech but frequently combines with other characters to form words describing wealth, fertility, or completeness.

Usage

rarely stands alone in modern Mandarin conversation. It typically appears in compounds like 富 (abundant), 收 (bumper harvest), or 满 (plump/full-figured). In classical or literary contexts, it can describe bountiful harvests or prosperous conditions. The traditional form shows the original meaning more clearly with its radical components.

Examples

  1. 01
    这个地区今年获得了收。
    Zhège dìqū jīnnián huòdéle fēngshōu.
    This region had a bumper harvest this year.
  2. 02
    她的人生经历非常富。
    de rénshēng jīnglì fēicháng fēngfù.
    Her life experiences are very rich.

Common collocations

  • 富多彩
    fēngfù duōcǎi
    rich and colorful, varied
  • 功伟绩
    fēnggōng wěijì
    great achievements
  • 衣足食
    fēngyī zúshí
    have ample food and clothing

Antonyms

Origin

The traditional form originally depicted a ritual vessel full of offerings, symbolizing abundance. The simplified form retains the upper portion of the traditional character, maintaining the core meaning of plentifulness.

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