a goddess, the mythological sister and successor to Fuxi
x, 12 strokes, radical 女, Very Hard
wā(wa1) T1
1a goddess, the mythological sister and successor to Fuxi
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March 24, 2026
媧wā(wa1)
媧 (wā) refers to a goddess in Chinese mythology, specifically the sister and successor of Fuxi. She is often associated with the creation of humanity and is revered in various cultural narratives, symbolizing feminine strength and creativity.
Strokes12Radical女Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
媧 is celebrated during festivals honoring deities, such as the 'Qingming Festival,' where people pay respect to ancestors and deities. Her myth is integral to Chinese beliefs about creation and femininity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise woman weaving a tapestry of life, which connects to the character 媧. The radical 女 (nǚ) signifies femininity, and the character's sound, wā, can be remembered as 'waah' in awe of her powerful role in creation.
Meanings of 媧
wā(wa1)
1a goddess, the mythological sister and successor to Fuxi
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About 媧
媧Simplified
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女Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise woman weaving a tapestry of life, which connects to the character 媧. The radical 女 (nǚ) signifies femininity, and the character's sound, wā, can be remembered as 'waah' in awe of her powerful role in creation.
Usage Notes
This character is typically used in literary or mythological contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversation as it may seem overly formal. Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing wā could change its meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
While 媧 is not included in the HSK levels, understanding this character can enhance your cultural knowledge, which is essential for advanced learners. Focus on its connections to other mythological characters and stories in Chinese folklore.
Cultural Note
媧 is celebrated during festivals honoring deities, such as the 'Qingming Festival,' where people pay respect to ancestors and deities. Her myth is integral to Chinese beliefs about creation and femininity.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 媧 with similar characters related to women, such as 妇 (fù, meaning 'wife') or 娇 (jiāo, meaning 'delicate'). Remember that 媧 specifically represents the goddess and is not used in a general sense.
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Cultural Notes for 媧
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媧 is celebrated during festivals honoring deities, such as the 'Qingming Festival,' where people pay respect to ancestors and deities. Her myth is integral to Chinese beliefs about creation and femininity.
Word Family of 媧
Words Containing This Character3
女娲Nüwa (creator of humans in Chinese mythology)女媧
娲wāsurname Wa媧
女娲氏Nüwa (creator of humans in Chinese mythology)女媧氏
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Frequently Asked Questions about 媧
媧 symbolizes creation, femininity, and the nurturing aspects of life, often linked to the origins of humanity.
No, 媧 is specific to mythology and literature, and is not used in everyday conversation.
媧 is considered the sister and successor of Fuxi, another important figure in Chinese mythology, who is often depicted as a creator god.
