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洣 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
a river in Hunan provincezg, 9 strokes, radical 氵, Very Hard
Mi river in Hunan, tributary of Xiangjiang 湘江unknown, 9 strokes, radical 氵, Very Hard
(Mi3) T3
  1. 1a river in Hunan province
  2. 2Mi river in Hunan, tributary of Xiangjiang 湘江
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March 24, 2026
(Mi3)

The character 洣 (mǐ) refers specifically to the Mi River, a river in Hunan province that is a tributary of the larger Xiangjiang River (湘江). It is primarily used in geographic contexts and may refer to local features or cultural references related to this river.

Strokes9RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The Mi River is significant in Hunan province, not only as a natural feature but also as part of the local culture and identity. It reflects the region's geographical diversity and is often associated with local traditions and history.

Memory Tip

Imagine a river (the water radical 水) flowing through the land (the character's other components). Picture a peaceful scene by the Mi River in Hunan, where 'mǐ' sounds like 'me,' inviting you to visit this tranquil spot.

Meanings of 洣

(Mi3)
1a river in Hunan province
2Mi river in Hunan, tributary of Xiangjiang 湘江
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About 洣

Simplified
9Strokes
Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 洣

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a river (the water radical 水) flowing through the land (the character's other components). Picture a peaceful scene by the Mi River in Hunan, where 'mǐ' sounds like 'me,' inviting you to visit this tranquil spot.

Usage Notes

Learners should be aware that 洣 is quite specific and not commonly used in everyday conversation. It's primarily encountered in geographic texts or discussions about local rivers. Be cautious with pronunciation, as the tone 'mǐ' can change meaning if mispronounced.

HSK Study Tips

Although 洣 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can deepen your knowledge of geographic terms and rivers in China. Students at this level should also focus on recognizing how rivers are named and discussed in various contexts.

Cultural Note

The Mi River is significant in Hunan province, not only as a natural feature but also as part of the local culture and identity. It reflects the region's geographical diversity and is often associated with local traditions and history.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 洣 with other river names or forget to use the correct tone. For example, saying it as 'mí' instead of 'mǐ' alters its meaning. Always remember the correct tone to maintain its specific reference.

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Pronunciation of 洣

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Etymology of 洣

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

water

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 洣

IDS Structure⿰氵米
Full Character
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shui3
left
Mi3
right
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Cultural Notes for 洣

🏮Cultural insight

The Mi River is significant in Hunan province, not only as a natural feature but also as part of the local culture and identity. It reflects the region's geographical diversity and is often associated with local traditions and history.

Word Family of 洣

Words Containing This Character1
Mi river in Hunan, tributary of Xiangjiang 湘江
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Compound Meaning

What does 洣 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 洣

It translates to 'Mi River,' a specific river in Hunan province.