unknown, 11 strokes, radical 戈, rank #49983, Very Hard
戛
jiá
to scrape
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 戈, rank #49983, Very Hard
戛
jiá
to chirp
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 戈, rank #49983, Very Hard
戛
jiá
custom
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 戈, rank #49983, Very Hard
jiá(jia2) T2
1lance; to lightly tap or strike
2to tap
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March 24, 2026
戛jiá(jia2)
The character 戛 (jiá) primarily conveys the idea of lightly tapping or striking something, often associated with a sharp sound. It can refer to the action of scraping or tapping, and it is sometimes used in contexts involving sound, such as chirping. It embodies a sense of precision and delicacy in the action described.
Strokes11Radical戈Frequency#49983DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese music, the sound of instruments can be described using 戛 to denote the sharp, light tapping sounds made by percussion instruments. This reflects the importance of sound in Chinese artistic expression.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiny bird gently tapping its beak against a drum, creating a sharp sound. The character 戛 combines the radical for 'sword' (刀) with a structure that suggests a quick, light action, like a tap or scrape. Think of 'jiá' as the sound made when a delicate tap resonates.
Meanings of 戛
jiá(jia2)
1lance; to lightly tap or strike
2to tap
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About 戛
戛Simplified
11Strokes
戈Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 戛
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiny bird gently tapping its beak against a drum, creating a sharp sound. The character 戛 combines the radical for 'sword' (刀) with a structure that suggests a quick, light action, like a tap or scrape. Think of 'jiá' as the sound made when a delicate tap resonates.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 戛 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. This character is more commonly used in literary or formal contexts, and it may not be as frequently encountered in everyday conversation. Common collocations include phrases related to sound or light impacts.
HSK Study Tips
Since 戛 is not an HSK vocabulary word, learners at HSK 3 or 4 levels should focus on understanding its nuances related to actions and sounds. It can be linked with other verbs that involve light touches or sounds, enhancing vocabulary related to movement and sound effects.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese music, the sound of instruments can be described using 戛 to denote the sharp, light tapping sounds made by percussion instruments. This reflects the importance of sound in Chinese artistic expression.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 戛 with similar characters like 夹 (jiā), which means 'to clip' or 'to hold between.' A common mistake would be saying 戛 when intending to use 夹 to describe holding something. Always check the context to ensure the correct character is used.
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Grammar Patterns of 戛
戛 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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Complete the Sentence
在去往____纳的途中，她拒绝了他的挑逗。
She rejected his advances during the trip to Cannes.
Example Sentences for 戛 (2)
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在去往戛纳的途中，她拒绝了他的挑逗。
zài qù wǎng jiá nà de tú zhōng， ， tā jù jué le tā de tiāo。
She rejected his advances during the trip to Cannes.
2
她接下来说的话使谈话戛然而止。
tā jiē xià lái shuō de huà shǐ tán huà jiá rán ér zhǐ。
Her next remark abruptly terminated the conversation.
Cultural Notes for 戛
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese music, the sound of instruments can be described using 戛 to denote the sharp, light tapping sounds made by percussion instruments. This reflects the importance of sound in Chinese artistic expression.
Word Family of 戛
Words Containing This Character5
戛纳Cannes (France)戛納
戛然而止with a grunting sound it stops (idiom); to come to an end spontaneously (esp. of sound)
戛jiálance
戛然to be loud and clear
戛戛独造creative戛戛獨造
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Compound Meaning
What does 戛纳 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 戛
It can mean to lightly tap or strike, such as in the context of a bird chirping.
No, it's more commonly found in literary or formal contexts.
