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屐 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
wooden clogszg, 10 strokes, radical 尸, rank #75238, Very Hard
clogsunknown, 10 strokes, radical 尸, rank #75238, Very Hard
(ji1) T1
  1. 1wooden clogs
  2. 2clogs
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March 24, 2026

(ji1)

The character 屐 (jī) refers to traditional wooden clogs, often worn in rural areas of China. These clogs are typically made from wood and may have a raised sole, making them distinct from other types of footwear. While they are not commonly worn in urban settings today, they hold cultural significance and may be seen during traditional festivals or in rural contexts.

Strokes10RadicalFrequency#75238DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wooden clogs are often associated with the countryside and traditional lifestyles, representing simplicity and practicality. They are sometimes used in performances or festivals to showcase cultural heritage.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'ji' (jī)gging person wearing wooden clogs that make a distinct sound as they step. Visualize the clogs as a pair of wooden shoes with the character 屐 carved into the side, reminding you of their traditional roots.

Meanings of 屐

(ji1)
1wooden clogs
2clogs
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About 屐

Simplified
10Strokes
Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 屐

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'ji' (jī)gging person wearing wooden clogs that make a distinct sound as they step. Visualize the clogs as a pair of wooden shoes with the character 屐 carved into the side, reminding you of their traditional roots.

Usage Notes

When using 屐, it is important to note that it is more formal and may not be familiar to younger generations. Common collocations include 屐鞋 (jīxié, wooden clogs) and traditional clothing. Be cautious of using this term in casual conversations, as it might seem outdated.

HSK Study Tips

Though 屐 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to other words related to footwear, such as 鞋 (xié, shoes). Students should focus on recognizing the character's form and pronunciation and relate it to other terms in their studies.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wooden clogs are often associated with the countryside and traditional lifestyles, representing simplicity and practicality. They are sometimes used in performances or festivals to showcase cultural heritage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 屐 (jī) with 鞋 (xié) when referring to shoes. An example mistake would be saying '我穿了屐' (wǒ chuānle jī) when they mean 'I wore shoes,' instead of using '鞋'.

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Pronunciation of 屐

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Etymology of 屐

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

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 屐?

Decomposition of 屐

IDS Structure⿸尸⿰彳支
Full Character
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shi1
enclosing
chi4
left
Zhi1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 屐?

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Cultural Notes for 屐

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, wooden clogs are often associated with the countryside and traditional lifestyles, representing simplicity and practicality. They are sometimes used in performances or festivals to showcase cultural heritage.

Word Family of 屐

Words Containing This Character2
木屐wooden clogs
clogs
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Compound Meaning

What does 木屐 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 屐

While 屐 specifically refers to wooden clogs, 鞋 is a general term for shoes in Chinese, encompassing all types.