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廌 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
廌zhìunicornzg, 13 strokes, radical 鹿
zhì(zhi4)zhi T4
  1. 1unicorn
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March 24, 2026

廌zhì(zhi4)

The character 廌 (zhì) refers to a mythical creature often likened to a unicorn. In Chinese culture, this creature symbolizes purity and auspiciousness, frequently appearing in art and literature as a harbinger of good fortune.

Strokes13Radical鹿
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, the unicorn, or Qilin (麒麟), is a symbol of benevolence and is often associated with the arrival of a sage or ruler, reflecting deep-rooted beliefs in auspicious omens.

Memory Tip

Imagine a majestic unicorn prancing through a grand archway (the radical 廌 resembles an arch). The sound 'zhì' can remind you of 'glistening' to evoke the image of a shining, magical creature.

Meanings of 廌

zhì(zhi4)
1unicorn
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About 廌

廌Simplified
13Strokes
鹿Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 廌

Usage Notes

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary or poetic contexts. Learners should be cautious of its pronunciation, as similar-sounding words may lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

As 廌 is not included in the HSK levels, focus instead on related vocabulary such as 独角兽 (dújiǎoshòu) for 'unicorn.' Understanding the cultural significance helps contextualize this rarer term.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 廌 with more commonly used terms for unicorns like 独角兽. Ensure you use 廌 in appropriate contexts, as it carries a more literary or formal connotation.

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Etymology of 廌

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

Pictograph of a mythical animal similar to a unicorn.

Memory Hint

deer

Semantic (meaning)鹿
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Phonetic (sound)豸
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Origin

廌 = 鹿 + 豸. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 廌

IDS Structure⿸鹿豸
廌Full Character
=
鹿lu4
enclosing
豸zhi4
inner
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Parts

Which of these is part of 廌?

How to say unicorn in Chinese

“unicorn” in Chinese is廌zhì

The character 廌 (zhì) refers to a mythical creature often likened to a unicorn. In Chinese culture, this creature symbolizes purity and auspiciousness, frequently appearing in art and literature as a harbinger of good fortune.

When to use 廌

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary or poetic contexts. Learners should be cautious of its pronunciation, as similar-sounding words may lead to confusion.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 廌 with more commonly used terms for unicorns like 独角兽. Ensure you use 廌 in appropriate contexts, as it carries a more literary or formal connotation.

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Word Family of 廌

Words Containing This Character1
廌zhìunicorn

Frequently Asked Questions about 廌

廌 means 'unicorn' and symbolizes purity and good fortune.

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