Meanings of 戔
By ear
Play it, then pick what 戔 means.
About 戔
Podcast: 戔
Podcast: 戔
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 戔
This character is rarely used on its own and is more often found in compound words. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters; pay attention to the tone. It is more formal and may not be appropriate in casual conversation.
Although 戔 is not included in the HSK levels, it’s good to relate it to HSK 3 vocabulary that discusses size or description, such as 小 (xiǎo - small) and 短 (duǎn - short). Focus on its use in specific terms to build understanding.
Learners might confuse 戔 with similar characters like 短 (duǎn - short) due to pronunciation overlap. Always remember that 戔 specifically refers to small or narrow, not necessarily short in length.
Pronunciation of 戔
Drill the tone of 戔 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 戔 to you
Let me explain 戔 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 戔 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
How well do you know 戔?
Learning Lab
Knowing 戔 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 戔
Simplified form of 戔. Combination of two weapons (戈), based on the original meaning "destroy", now written as 殘.
The narrow space between two blades 戈
Origin
What kind of character is 戔?
Decomposition of 戔
Parts
Which of these is part of 戔?
How to say small, narrow; tiny, little in Chinese
“small, narrow; tiny, little” in Chinese is戔
The character 戔 (jiān) conveys the meaning of something being small or narrow. It is often used in contexts that describe size or dimensions, emphasizing a diminutive or constrained quality. While not commonly used in everyday conversation, it appears in certain compound words and literary contexts.
When to use 戔
This character is rarely used on its own and is more often found in compound words. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters; pay attention to the tone. It is more formal and may not be appropriate in casual conversation.
What learners get wrong
Learners might confuse 戔 with similar characters like 短 (duǎn - short) due to pronunciation overlap. Always remember that 戔 specifically refers to small or narrow, not necessarily short in length.
Write 戔
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 戔 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 戔?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
Word Family of 戔
Characters with 戔
What does 戋 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 戔
No, it is more often found in literary or formal contexts.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 戔?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.