Meaning and Usage
The character "壶" (hú) primarily refers to a pot or kettle, especially one used for holding liquids like water or tea. It is often seen in contexts involving tea culture, such as "茶壶" (teapot).
Common Collocations
- 茶壶 (chá hú): teapot, a common household item for brewing tea.
- 一壶水 (yī hú shuǐ): a pot of water, used when measuring or referring to the quantity contained in a pot.
Usage Notes
"壶" can refer both to the physical container and as a measure word for the contents inside it, such as water or tea. When used as a measure word, it quantifies the volume held by the pot.
Register and Tone
This word is neutral and commonly used in everyday speech, especially in contexts related to tea drinking or cooking.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "壶" with "罐" (guàn), which also means container but often refers to jars or cans rather than pots or kettles.