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A1 noun #3,000 가장 일반적인 9분 분량

石头

shítou 상위 3,000

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At the A1 level, '石头' (shítou) is introduced as a basic concrete noun. Students learn to identify it as a physical object in the environment. The focus is on the correct measure word '块' (kuài) and basic adjectives like '大' (dà - big) and '小' (xiǎo - small). Learners should be able to say 'This is a stone' or 'I see three stones.' The goal is simple identification and counting.

At the A2 level, students expand their use of '石头' to describe physical properties and simple actions. You might talk about the color of a stone (黑色的石头) or its weight (很重的石头). Learners also begin to use verbs with the noun, such as '扔' (rēng - throw) or '捡' (jiǎn - pick up). The word appears in the context of describing a scene, such as a garden or a park, and in the game 'Rock, Paper, Scissors' (石头剪子布).

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At the B1 level, '石头' starts appearing in more complex sentence structures and common phrases. Students learn that '石头' can be used as a building material (石头房子). They also encounter the word in more varied contexts, like '石头路' (stone road). The neutral tone on 'tou' should be mastered by now. Learners are introduced to the idea that '石头' can represent something hard or unmoving in a literal sense.

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At the B2 level, the metaphorical uses of '石头' become important. Students learn idioms like '心里的石头落了地' (a weight off one's mind) and '搬起石头砸自己的脚' (to shoot oneself in the foot). The distinction between '石头' and more formal terms like '岩石' (yánshí - rock) or '矿石' (kuàngshí - ore) is clarified. Learners should be able to discuss the role of stones in Chinese landscape design or art.

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At the C1 level, students explore '石头' in classical literature and philosophy. A key focus is '《石头记》' (The Story of the Stone), another name for 'Dream of the Red Chamber.' Learners study how stones are personified or used as symbols of permanence and fate. They also learn more specific vocabulary for different types of geological formations and the aesthetic appreciation of 'scholar's stones' (供石).

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At the C2 level, '石头' is understood in its full cultural and historical depth. This includes archaeological terms involving '石' (like the Stone Age - 石器时代) and complex philosophical metaphors where stone represents the fundamental, unchanging nature of reality. The learner can use '石头' in sophisticated wordplay, high-level literary analysis, and technical discussions about geology or architecture with native-level precision.

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石头 30초 만에

石头 (shítou) means stone or rock, the most common term for this object in Mandarin Chinese.
It uses the measure word '块' (kuài) and is a versatile word for nature and construction.
Culturally, it appears in famous literature like 'The Story of the Stone' and many common idioms.
Pronunciation tip: the second syllable 'tou' is a neutral tone, making it short and light.

The term 石头 (shítou) is the most common, everyday word for 'stone' or 'rock' in Chinese. It is a compound noun consisting of shí (stone) and the suffix tou, which is a common noun-forming suffix in Mandarin that often loses its original meaning of 'head' and takes a neutral tone. This word covers everything from a small pebble you might find on a beach to a large boulder in the mountains.

Literal Meaning: The character 石 represents a cliff with a piece of rock falling or sitting beneath it. When paired with 头, it transitions from a generic root into a concrete, countable noun.

In daily life, you use 石头 when describing nature, construction, or even children's games. For instance, the game 'Rock, Paper, Scissors' is known in Chinese as 石头、剪子、布 (shítou, jiǎnzi, bù). It is a fundamental building block of the language, much like the object itself is a building block of the earth.

路边有很多漂亮的石头。 (Lùbiān yǒu hěnduō piàoliang de shítou.) — There are many beautiful stones by the roadside.

Beyond the physical, 石头 carries heavy metaphorical weight. It can represent stubbornness (a 'stone head' or shítou nǎodai), steadiness, or a burden. If someone says their heart feels like a stone has been lifted, they use the phrase 心里的石头落了地 (xīnlǐ de shítou luò le dì), meaning they finally feel relieved from a great worry. This versatility makes it one of the first nouns a student should master.

他搬起石头砸了自己的脚。 (Tā bānqǐ shítou zále zìjǐ de jiǎo.) — He lifted a rock only to drop it on his own feet (He shot himself in the foot).

Usage Contexts: Commonly used in landscaping (园林), geology (地质), and informal descriptions of hard objects.

Finally, it's worth noting that while 石头 is the general term, Chinese has many specific words for different types of stones, such as yánshí (rock/geological formation) or bǎoshí (precious gemstone). However, in 90% of casual conversations, 石头 is your go-to word.

这块石头很硬。 (Zhè kuài shítou hěn yìng.) — This stone is very hard.

Using 石头 correctly involves understanding its primary measure word: 块 (kuài). Just as we say 'a piece of stone' or 'a rock' in English, Chinese speakers say yī kuài shítou. For very large boulders, you might occasionally see zuò (座), which is used for mountain-like structures, but kuài remains the standard for almost any size.

Measure Word Usage: Use '块' (kuài) for individual stones. Example: '三块石头' (Sān kuài shítou) - Three stones.

When describing the attributes of a stone, adjectives usually precede the noun with the particle de (的). You can describe its weight (zhòng - heavy), its texture (guānghuá - smooth), or its temperature (bīnglěng - ice cold). Because stones are inanimate, they often function as the object of action verbs like rēng (throw), jiǎn (pick up), or tī (kick).

小男孩往水里扔了一块石头。 (Xiǎo nánhái wǎng shuǐ lǐ rēngle yī kuài shítou.) — The little boy threw a stone into the water.

In more complex structures, 石头 can be part of a resultative complement. For example, '坚如石头' (jiān rú shítou) means 'as hard as stone.' It can also be used in comparisons: '他的心像石头一样硬' (His heart is as hard as a stone). This comparative structure is very common in Chinese literature and daily speech to describe someone's lack of emotion or stubborn nature.

这些石头可以用来盖房子。 (Zhèxiē shítou kěyǐ yòng lái gài fángzi.) — These stones can be used to build houses.

Compound Formations: 石头 (Stone) + 墙 (Wall) = 石头墙 (Stone wall). 石头 (Stone) + 堆 (Pile) = 石头堆 (Pile of stones).

Furthermore, pay attention to the position of 石头 in passive sentences. If a stone is being moved, you might say 石头被搬走了 (The stone was moved away). Using the bǎ (把) construction is also frequent: 请把那块石头拿开 (Please move that stone away). Mastering these basic structures will allow you to describe physical environments effectively.

You will encounter 石头 in a variety of settings, ranging from the very mundane to the deeply cultural. In a natural setting, such as a park or a mountain trail, you'll hear parents warning their children: 小心石头，别绊倒了！ (Xiǎoxīn shítou, bié bàndǎo le!) — 'Watch out for the rocks, don't trip!' This is perhaps the most common auditory experience of the word for a beginner.

这里有很多奇怪的石头。 (Zhèlǐ yǒu hěnduō qíguài de shítou.) — There are many strange rocks here.

In the realm of Chinese culture and literature, 石头 takes on a legendary status. One of the four great classical novels of China is 《红楼梦》 (Hónglóumèng), which is also known as 《石头记》 (Shítou Jì) or 'The Story of the Stone.' The entire narrative is framed as being inscribed on a sentient stone. Hearing the word in a literary context often evokes this classic work, suggesting themes of fate, permanence, and the illusory nature of life.

You will also hear the word in the kitchen, surprisingly. 石头火锅 (shítou huǒguō) or 'Stone Hot Pot' is a popular style of cooking where ingredients are seared in a heated stone pot before broth is added. In construction zones, workers might discuss shítou cáiliào (stone materials) or shítou lù (stone roads/cobblestone paths). If you are in a jewelry market, while people use bǎoshí for gems, they might refer to raw, uncut jade as 原石 (yuánshí) or simply discuss the 'stone' shell covering the jade.

这顿饭是用石头锅做的。 (Zhè dùn fàn shì yòng shítou guō zuò de.) — This meal was made using a stone pot.

In summary, 石头 is ubiquitous. From the playground game of 'Rock, Paper, Scissors' to the high-brow discussions of Qing Dynasty literature, and from the warnings on a hiking trail to the sizzling pots of a Taiwanese restaurant, the word is an essential thread in the fabric of Chinese communication.

For English speakers learning Chinese, the most common mistake with 石头 isn't the meaning, but the pronunciation and the measure word. Many students forget that the tou in shítou is a neutral tone. Pronouncing it as a full second tone (shítóu) sounds like you are saying 'stone head' literally, which might be interpreted as calling someone a 'blockhead' rather than referring to a physical rock.

Tone Error: Saying 'shí tóu' (2nd + 2nd tone) instead of 'shí tou' (2nd + neutral). The neutral tone is short and light.

Another frequent error is using the wrong measure word. Beginners often default to gè (个) for everything. While yī gè shítou is technically understandable, it sounds 'childish' or 'uneducated' to native ears. The correct measure word is kuài (块). Think of it as 'a piece of stone.' Using kuài immediately makes your Chinese sound more authentic and precise.

Incorrect: 一个石头。
Correct: 一块石头。

Students also tend to over-rely on 石头 when they should be using more specific geological terms. In an academic or scientific context, such as a geography class, you should use yánshí (岩石) to mean 'rock' (as in the lithosphere). Using 石头 in a geology paper would be like using the word 'stone' instead of 'lithic formation' in an English dissertation—it's too informal.

Register Confusion: Using 石头 in scientific contexts. Use 岩石 (yánshí) for technical 'rock' and 矿石 (kuàngshí) for 'ore'.

Finally, be careful with the idiom 石头心 (shítou xīn). While it means 'stone heart' (heartless), it is less common than tiěshí xīncháng (iron-stone heart). If you translate English idioms too literally into Chinese, you might end up with phrases that sound slightly 'off' to a native speaker, even if the individual words are correct.

To truly master the concept of 'stone' in Chinese, you must understand where 石头 (shítou) fits in the spectrum of related terms. The most basic related character is 石 (shí). While shítou is the standalone noun, shí is the root used in compounds like shíyóu (petroleum/stone oil) or shíqiáng (stone wall). You rarely use shí alone in spoken Chinese.

石头 vs. 岩石 (yánshí): 石头: Casual, everyday stone.
岩石: Scientific, geological rock. You'll see this in textbooks.

If you are talking about very small stones, use 石子 (shízǐ) or 小石子 (xiǎo shízǐ). These are the pebbles you find on a path or in a fish tank. If the stone is smooth and rounded by water, it is called a 鹅卵石 (éluǎnshí), literally 'goose-egg stone.' This is a very specific and beautiful word often used when describing riverbeds or decorative garden paths.

这条路是用鹅卵石铺成的。 (Zhè tiáo lù shì yòng éluǎnshí pūchéng de.) — This road is paved with pebbles (cobblestones).

For large, fixed rocks or boulders, especially those part of a cliff or a large landscape feature, the word 巨石 (jùshí) is appropriate. Jù means 'giant,' so jùshí is a 'giant stone.' In a maritime context, a rock sticking out of the sea is a 礁石 (jiāoshí) or 'reef rock.' This distinction is crucial for accurate descriptions in storytelling or reporting.

Comparison Table

砖 (zhuān): Brick (man-made).
玉 (yù): Jade (specific type of stone).
矿石 (kuàngshí): Ore (stone containing metal).

By choosing the right alternative, you show a deeper understanding of the Chinese language. While 石头 is the safe, general choice, using éluǎnshí for a pebble or jiāoshí for a reef makes your descriptions vivid and professional.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

In ancient China, 'stone' was also a unit of dry measure for grain, pronounced 'dàn' in that context.

발음 가이드

UK ˈʃiː.toʊ

US ˈʃiː.toʊ

The stress is on the first syllable 'shí'.

라임이 맞는 단어

口 (kǒu) 手 (shǒu) 走 (zǒu) 后 (hòu) 酒 (jiǔ) 久 (jiǔ) 狗 (gǒu) 肉 (ròu)

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing 'tou' with a full second tone (shí tóu).
Making the 'sh' sound too much like 's'.
Failing to rise the tone on 'shí'.
Extending the neutral tone 'tou' too long.
Misidentifying the character 石 (shí) as 十 (shí - ten) in speech.

난이도

독해 1/5

Character is simple and common.

쓰기 2/5

Characters are easy to write but require correct stroke order.

말하기 2/5

Neutral tone 'tou' requires practice.

듣기 1/5

Highly recognizable in speech.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

山大小头块

다음에 배울 것

岩石泥土沙子重轻

고급

地质沉积岩火成岩变质岩矿产

알아야 할 문법

Measure Words

一块石头 (yī kuài shítou)

Neutral Tone

石头 (shí tou)

Noun Suffixes

头 (tou) as in 木头, 舌头, 石头

Material 'Yòng...zuòde'

用石头做的 (Made with stone)

Resultative Complements

搬开石头 (Move the stone away)

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这是一块石头。

This is a stone.

Uses '块' as the measure word.

石头很大。

The stone is big.

Simple Subject + Adjective structure.

我有三个石头。

I have three stones.

Number + Measure Word + Noun.

石头是黑色的。

The stone is black.

Describing color using '是...的'.

你看那块石头。

Look at that stone.

Imperative sentence with '看'.

水里有石头。

There are stones in the water.

Existential sentence with '有'.

小石头很漂亮。

The small stone is beautiful.

'小' used as a prefix.

我不喜欢这块石头。

I don't like this stone.

Negative sentence with '不'.

他捡起了一块石头。

He picked up a stone.

Verb + '起' (directional complement).

路边有很多小石头。

There are many small stones by the side of the road.

Quantity '很多' + Noun.

我们要玩石头剪子布吗？

Do we want to play Rock, Paper, Scissors?

Using the full name of the game.

这块石头很重，我搬不动。

This stone is very heavy, I can't move it.

Potential complement '搬不动'.

山上有各种各样的石头。

There are all kinds of stones on the mountain.

Idiom '各种各样' (all kinds of).

他在石头上画画。

He is drawing on a stone.

Prepositional phrase '在...上'.

别往窗户上扔石头！

Don't throw stones at the window!

Prohibitive '别'.

这块石头是圆的。

This stone is round.

Describing shape.

工人们用石头筑成了一道墙。

The workers built a wall out of stones.

Using '用' to indicate material.

河底布满了光滑的石头。

The riverbed is covered with smooth stones.

Verb '布满' (to be covered with).

这块石头的形状很奇特。

The shape of this stone is very peculiar.

Noun '形状' (shape).

他被地上的石头绊了一下。

He was tripped by a stone on the ground.

Passive '被' construction.

这种石头可以用来磨刀。

This kind of stone can be used to sharpen knives.

Purpose '用来' (used for).

他在收集漂亮的石头。

He is collecting beautiful stones.

Continuous action '在'.

这块石头摸起来很凉。

This stone feels very cold to the touch.

Sensory verb '摸起来'.

石头堆里躲着一只小猫。

A kitten is hiding in the pile of stones.

Locative phrase '石头堆里'.

听到这个好消息，他心里的石头终于落了地。

Upon hearing the good news, the stone in his heart finally fell to the ground (he felt relieved).

Idiomatic expression for relief.

你这样做是在搬起石头砸自己的脚。

Doing this is like lifting a rock to drop it on your own feet.

Common idiom for self-sabotage.

这块石头见证了数百年的历史。

This stone has witnessed hundreds of years of history.

Personification '见证' (witness).

他的意志坚如石头。

His will is as firm as stone.

Simile '坚如' (firm as).

这块原石里可能藏着上好的翡翠。

This raw stone might contain high-quality jade.

Specific term '原石' (raw stone).

园林里的太湖石非常有艺术价值。

The Taihu stones in the garden have great artistic value.

Specific cultural reference.

他说话总是冷冰冰的，像块石头。

He always speaks coldly, like a stone.

Metaphorical use for personality.

别让这件小事成为你前进道路上的石头。

Don't let this small matter become a stone on your path forward (a stumbling block).

Metaphor for obstacles.

《石头记》是中国文学史上最伟大的小说之一。

'The Story of the Stone' is one of the greatest novels in Chinese literary history.

Literary title of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'.

这块石碑上刻着古老的铭文。

Ancient inscriptions are carved on this stone stele.

Compound '石碑' (stele).

地质学家通过研究这些石头来推断地球的年龄。

Geologists infer the age of the Earth by studying these rocks.

Formal verb '推断' (infer).

这些精美的石雕展示了古代工匠的高超技艺。

These exquisite stone carvings showcase the superb skills of ancient craftsmen.

Compound '石雕' (stone carving).

他的一生都在与这些顽石打交道。

He spent his whole life dealing with these stubborn stones.

Literary term '顽石' (stubborn stone).

这块石头经过千万年的风化，形成了独特的造型。

This stone has formed a unique shape after thousands of years of weathering.

Scientific term '风化' (weathering).

他试图用真诚感化那颗冰冷的石头心。

He tried to use sincerity to move that icy stone heart.

Abstract metaphor for emotional coldness.

水滴石穿，只要坚持，就没有办不成的事。

Dripping water wears through stone; as long as you persist, nothing is impossible.

Classical idiom '水滴石穿'.

在漫长的地质年代中，石头承载了地球演变的记忆。

In the long geological ages, stones have carried the memory of the Earth's evolution.

Highly formal/philosophical register.

他那种如磐石般稳固的信念令人钦佩。

His belief, as stable as a massive rock, is admirable.

Formal idiom '如磐石般'.

这些散落在荒野的石头，诉说着昔日文明的辉煌。

These stones scattered in the wilderness tell of the glory of past civilizations.

Personification '诉说' (narrate).

艺术家赋予了这块冰冷的石头以生命和灵魂。

The artist endowed this cold stone with life and soul.

Abstract construction '赋予...以'.

他深谙点石成金的道理，总能变废为宝。

He knows the principle of turning stone into gold, and can always turn waste into treasure.

Idiom '点石成金' (the Midas touch).

历史的巨轮滚过，唯有这些石头依旧静默。

The giant wheel of history rolls by, only these stones remain silent.

Poetic contrast.

这种矿石的成分极其复杂，具有极高的科研价值。

The composition of this ore is extremely complex and has high scientific research value.

Technical terminology.

石文化在中国传统审美中占据着举足轻重的地位。

Stone culture occupies a pivotal position in traditional Chinese aesthetics.

Academic discourse.

자주 쓰는 조합

一块石头

扔石头

搬石头

石头墙

石头路

坚硬的石头

光滑的石头

石头堆

捡石头

大石头

자주 쓰는 구문

石头剪子布

— The game Rock, Paper, Scissors. Used by children and adults to make decisions.

我们通过石头剪子布来决定谁先开始。

心里的石头落地

— A metaphor for feeling relieved after a period of worry. Literally 'the stone in the heart falls to the ground'.

考试通过了，我心里的石头终于落地了。

搬起石头砸自己的脚

— To hurt oneself by one's own actions. Similar to 'shooting oneself in the foot'.

他原本想害人，结果搬起石头砸了自己的脚。

水落石出

— When the water recedes, the rocks appear. Used to mean the truth has come to light.

经过调查，真相终于水落石出了。

点石成金

— To turn stone into gold. Refers to the ability to turn something worthless into something valuable.

这位老师有如点石成金的本事。

海枯石烂

— Until the seas dry up and the rocks decay. Used to express eternal love or commitment.

我对你的爱海枯石烂，永不变心。

坚如磐石

— As firm as a massive rock. Used to describe unwavering beliefs or strong structures.

我们的友谊坚如磐石。

石沉大海

— Like a stone sinking into the sea. Refers to something that disappears without a trace or receives no response.

我发出的简历都石沉大海了。

投石问路

— To throw a stone to find the way. Refers to testing the waters or making a tentative move to gauge a situation.

我们先投石问路，看看对方的反应。

以卵击石

— To strike a stone with an egg. Refers to a hopeless struggle against a much stronger force.

去挑战他简直是以卵击石。

자주 혼동되는 단어

石头 vs 石子

石子 refers only to small pebbles, whereas 石头 is general.

石头 vs 木头

木头 means wood. They share the 'tou' suffix.

石头 vs 舌头

舌头 means tongue. Similar sound, very different meaning.

관용어 및 표현

"点石成金"

— Turning stone into gold; the Midas touch.

他的创意让公司起死回生，真是点石成金。

Literary/Praise

"水落石出"

— The truth comes out.

真相大白，水落石出。

Neutral

"海枯石烂"

— Forever; until the end of time.

海枯石烂，我心依旧。

Romantic

"坚如磐石"

— Rock solid; unwavering.

我们的信心坚如磐石。

Formal

"石沉大海"

— No news; lost forever.

这个消息发出去后石沉大海。

Informal

"投石问路"

— Testing the waters.

他这一招只是投石问路。

Strategic

"以卵击石"

— Suicidal mission; hitting stone with an egg.

这样做是以卵击石，毫无胜算。

Criterial

"顽石点头"

— Even a stone would nod; extremely persuasive or moving.

他的讲演感人至深，能使顽石点头。

Literary

"金石为开"

— Sincerity can split metal and stone; extreme sincerity can overcome any obstacle.

精诚所至，金石为开。

Formal/Inspirational

"他山之石"

— Stones from other hills; advice from others can help one's own cause.

他山之石，可以攻玉。

Academic/Strategic

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石头 vs 岩石

Both mean rock.

岩石 is scientific/formal, 石头 is casual.

地质学家研究岩石。

石头 vs 砖

Both are hard building materials.

砖 is man-made (brick), 石头 is natural.

他用砖盖房子。

石头 vs 玉

Jade is a type of stone.

玉 is specifically jade, 石头 is any rock.

这块玉很值钱。

石头 vs 矿石

Both are stones.

矿石 contains valuable minerals.

矿工在挖矿石。

石头 vs 宝石

Both are stones.

宝石 is a precious gem.

红宝石很漂亮。

문장 패턴

这是一块[Adjective]石头。

这是一块大石头。

路边有[Number]块石头。

路边有三块石头。

他把石头[Verb]了。

他把石头扔了。

心里的石头[Verb]了。

心里的石头落地了。

这块石头[Verb]了历史。

这块石头见证了历史。

信念如石头般[Adjective]。

信念如石头般稳固。

我喜欢这块石头。

别碰那块石头。

어휘 가족

명사

石块

石碑

石雕

石匠

石化

동사

石化 (to petrify)

采石 (to quarry)

형용사

石质 (stony)

坚硬 (hard)

사용법

frequency

Extremely high in daily conversation.

자주 하는 실수

Using '个' instead of '块'. → 一块石头
Native speakers almost always use '块' for pieces of stone.
Pronouncing 'tou' as second tone. → shí tou (neutral)
The neutral tone makes the word sound like a standard noun.
Using '石头' in a geology paper. → 岩石
'石头' is too colloquial for academic writing.
Saying '石' alone as a noun. → 石头
In modern Mandarin, single-syllable nouns usually need a suffix like 'tou'.
Confusing '石头' with '石子' for gravel. → 石子
If the stones are very small, '石子' is more accurate.

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Tone Mastery

Practice the 2nd tone to neutral tone transition carefully. It should sound like a quick 'up-down' skip.

Measure Word

Always pair '石头' with '块' (kuài) to sound like a native speaker.

Garden Design

Look up 'Taihu Stones' to see how stones are used as art in Chinese culture.

Compound Words

Learn words like '化石' (fossil) to see how '石' is used in science.

Social Interaction

Use '石头剪子布' to resolve minor disagreements with Chinese friends.

Emotional Weight

Use '心里的石头落地' when you finish a big exam or project.

Stroke Order

The character '石' starts with a horizontal line, then a撇, then the 'mouth' (口).

Context Clues

If you hear 'shí' followed by a light syllable, it's almost always '石头'.

Observation

Try to describe the stones you see on your next walk using Chinese adjectives.

Stone vs Brick

Remember that '石头' is natural, '砖' is made by people.

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기억법

Think of the 'shí' character looking like a falling rock from a cliff. The 'tou' is just a head-like suffix to make it a solid noun.

시각적 연상

Visualize a heavy grey rock sitting on a table. The character 石 has a flat top like the table and a square part like the rock.

Word Web

Mountain River Wall Hard Heavy Grey Build Throw

챌린지

Go outside and find a 'shítou'. Describe it in Chinese: 'Zhè kuài shítou hěn [adjective].'

어원

The character 石 (shí) is a pictograph representing a rock under a cliff (厂). Over time, it came to represent the generic concept of stone.

원래 의미: Rock, stone, or mineral matter.

Sino-Tibetan

문화적 맥락

No specific sensitivities; '石头' is a neutral object.

In English, 'stone' and 'rock' are often interchangeable, but 'stone' feels smaller. In Chinese, 'shítou' covers both.

《石头记》 (Dream of the Red Chamber) Monkey King (born from a stone) The Stone Forest (Shilin) in Yunnan

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실제 사용 상황

Nature Walk

看那块石头
别踢石头
石头很漂亮
很多石头

Construction

石头材料
石头墙
搬石头
买石头

Games

石头剪子布
谁赢了
再来一次
我出石头

Gardening

装饰石头
铺石头路
大石头
小石子

Literature

石头记
顽石
坚如磐石
点石成金

대화 시작하기

"你喜欢收集漂亮的石头吗？"

"你觉得这块石头的形状像什么？"

"你们国家的人玩石头剪子布吗？"

"这块石头是从哪里来的？"

"你见过最大的石头是在哪里？"

일기 주제

描述你在公园里见到的一块特别的石头。

写一写你玩石头剪子布赢了朋友的经历。

如果你是一块石头，你会想住在哪里？

描述一个用石头建成的古老建筑。

解释一下‘心里的石头落地’对你来说意味着什么。

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

You can, but '块' is much more natural and correct.

In compounds like '石油', use '石'. As a standalone noun, use '石头'.

It is '石头、剪子、布' (Shítou, jiǎnzi, bù).

It means someone is heartless or very cold emotionally.

Usually no, use '山' or '岩壁' for mountains/cliffs.

No, it is strictly a noun in Chinese.

Use '堆' (duī), as in '一堆石头'.

In the word '石头', yes. In '头' (head), it is second tone.

It is '垫脚石' (diànjiǎoshí).

Not really; '石头' covers both concepts in daily life.

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