Meanings of 旌
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AI Study Notes for 旌
This character is typically used in formal contexts, such as literature or historical discussions about banners and flags. A common mistake is to confuse it with simpler terms for 'flag' (旗, qí) which is more general. Be mindful of the tone; 'jīng' is pronounced with a high level tone.
Although 旌 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to HSK level 3 words like '信号' (xìnhào, signal) and '旗' (qí, flag). Students should focus on recognizing the character in literary texts and understanding its use in formal writing.
Learners often confuse 旌 with 旗 and use them interchangeably, but 旌 implies a specific type of flag. For example, saying '我看到一个旌在天空' (Wǒ kàn dào yī gè jīng zài tiānkōng) is incorrect; it should be '我看到一个旗在天空' (Wǒ kàn dào yī gè qí zài tiānkōng).
Pronunciation of 旌
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Etymology of 旌
flag
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Case file: 旌
- 1The meaning half方 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half生 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayflag
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to signal; a flag adorned with feathers in Chinese
“to signal; a flag adorned with feathers” in Chinese is旌
The character 旌 (jīng) refers to a flag or banner, particularly one that is decorated with feathers. It is often used in contexts related to signaling or displaying something prominently, such as in military or ceremonial settings. The nuance of 'making manifest' suggests the idea of bringing something to attention or highlighting an important point.
When to use 旌
This character is typically used in formal contexts, such as literature or historical discussions about banners and flags. A common mistake is to confuse it with simpler terms for 'flag' (旗, qí) which is more general. Be mindful of the tone; 'jīng' is pronounced with a high level tone.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 旌 with 旗 and use them interchangeably, but 旌 implies a specific type of flag. For example, saying '我看到一个旌在天空' (Wǒ kàn dào yī gè jīng zài tiānkōng) is incorrect; it should be '我看到一个旗在天空' (Wǒ kàn dào yī gè qí zài tiānkōng).
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Grammar Patterns of 旌
旌 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
刀剑挥舞,____旗飘扬.
Swords brandished and banners waved.
Example Sentences for 旌 (2)
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Swords brandished and banners waved.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 旌
While 旌 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it appears in literary and historical contexts, especially when discussing flags or banners.
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