阜
mound; abundant; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
mound; small hill
archaicClassical term referring to a small earthen hill or mound, rarely used in modern Chinese except in historical contexts or place names.
The distant mountains resemble mounds, stretching continuously.
That mountain is lofty, while that mound is low.
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In ancient texts, '阜' is often used to refer to earthen mounds.
There is a mound outside the city, said to be the site of an ancient battlefield.
The Book of Songs says: 'Like mountains and mounds, like ridges and hills.'
adjective
abundant; plentiful; rich
literaryClassical term meaning abundant or plentiful, primarily used in literary expressions and set phrases.
The country is peaceful and the people are secure, with abundant goods and prosperous citizens.
This place has abundant products, and the people live in peace and happiness.
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In years of plenty, grain is abundant and the people have enough to eat.
Merchants gather in crowds, and the markets are prosperous and abundant.
This region has abundant resources and great development potential.
proper noun
surname Fu
A relatively uncommon Chinese surname.
My history teacher's surname is Fu.
Mr. Fu is the legal advisor of our company.
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The Fu clan has a long history.
Excuse me, are you Ms. Fu?
The surname Fu originated from an ancient place name.