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䧹 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
yīngeagle, falcon, hawkx, 13 strokes, radical 隹, Very Hard
yīng(ying1) T1
  1. 1eagle, falcon, hawk
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March 24, 2026

yīng(ying1)

The character 䧹 (yīng) refers to birds of prey such as eagles, falcons, and hawks. It is often used in contexts related to nature, wildlife, or symbolism of strength and agility. In Chinese culture, these birds are admired for their keen eyesight and impressive hunting skills.

Strokes13RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, eagles are often associated with bravery and freedom. They are featured in various artworks and literature, symbolizing power and independence, making 䧹 (yīng) a significant character in cultural expressions.

Memory Tip

Imagine an eagle soaring high above the mountains, its sharp eyes scanning the ground for prey. The character 䧹 (yīng) resembles a bird in flight, with its wings spread wide. The pronunciation 'yīng' sounds like 'wing', helping you associate the word with birds.

Meanings of 䧹

yīng(ying1)
1eagle, falcon, hawk
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About 䧹

Simplified
13Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 䧹

Quick Contrast

鹰 (yīng) vs 隼 (sǔn) — use 䧹 (yīng) for larger birds of prey like eagles, while 隼 (sǔn) refers specifically to smaller birds of prey like falcons.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine an eagle soaring high above the mountains, its sharp eyes scanning the ground for prey. The character 䧹 (yīng) resembles a bird in flight, with its wings spread wide. The pronunciation 'yīng' sounds like 'wing', helping you associate the word with birds.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 䧹 (yīng) with similar-sounding words. It's important to use this character in contexts related to birds of prey, as using it for other birds may lead to misunderstandings. Be cautious of tonal pronunciation, as 'yīng' has a high-level tone.

HSK Study Tips

Although 䧹 (yīng) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial to connect it with other animal-related characters. Students at this level should focus on animal names and their characteristics to enhance vocabulary retention.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, eagles are often associated with bravery and freedom. They are featured in various artworks and literature, symbolizing power and independence, making 䧹 (yīng) a significant character in cultural expressions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 䧹 (yīng) with 鸟 (niǎo), which means 'bird' in general. Remember, 䧹 specifically refers to birds of prey, so use it only in appropriate contexts.

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Etymology of 䧹

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Pictograph of an eagle perched on a branch. Original form of 鷹.

Memory Hint

bird

Semantic (meaning)
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Phonetic (sound)广
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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 䧹

IDS Structure⿸广倠
Full Character
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广Guang3
enclosing
sui1
inner
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Cultural Notes for 䧹

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, eagles are often associated with bravery and freedom. They are featured in various artworks and literature, symbolizing power and independence, making 䧹 (yīng) a significant character in cultural expressions.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, eagles symbolize freedom and are often seen as national symbols, while in Chinese culture, they also represent strength but are more closely tied to qualities like vigilance and tenacity.

Frequently Asked Questions about 䧹

䧹 specifically refers to birds of prey, while other characters may refer to different types of birds.