How to Write 俎
The character 俎 (zǔ) is written with 9 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 人 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
俎 is pronounced zǔ in Mandarin Chinese. It means sacrificial vessel; chopping block.
Common Words with 俎
俎上
zǔ shàng
on the chopping block (at someone's mercy)
俎豆
zǔ dòu
sacrificial vessels; ritual matters
越俎代庖
yuè zǔ dài páo
To exceed one's authority; to meddle in others' affairs.
Example Sentences
鱼在俎上。
yú zài zǔ shàng
The fish is on the chopping block (at someone's mercy).
祭祀要用俎豆。
jì sì yào yòng zǔ dòu
Sacrificial vessels should be used for the sacrifice.
你不要越俎代庖。
nǐ bú yào yuè zǔ dài páo
Don't overstep your bounds.
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