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淼 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
淼miǎoinfinity; flooding; a wide expanse of waternrfg, 12 strokes, radical 水
淼miǎoa floodunknown, 12 strokes, radical 水
miǎo(miao3)miao T3
  1. 1infinity; flooding; a wide expanse of water
  2. 2a flood
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March 24, 2026

淼miǎo(miao3)

The character 淼 (miǎo) represents an expansive area of water, often associated with the concept of infinity or vastness. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, such as describing large bodies of water or floods, and conveys a sense of endlessness and abundance.

Strokes12Radical水
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, water is often associated with abundance and prosperity, and the character 淼 reflects this connection to nature. The idea of vast water is also significant in poetry and art, symbolizing depth and infinity.

Memory tip

Imagine three waves (the three 水 radicals) flowing together to represent an infinite expanse of water. Picture a vast ocean where the waves go on forever, helping you remember both the form and meaning of 淼, pronounced miǎo.

Meanings of 淼

miǎo(miao3)
1infinity; flooding; a wide expanse of water
2a flood
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About 淼

淼Simplified
12Strokes
水Radical
名词míngcínrfg (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

When using 淼, it is often found in literary or poetic contexts rather than everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious with its usage as it may seem overly formal or rare in casual dialogue. Common collocations include phrases relating to vast water bodies.

HSK Study Tips

Though not part of the official HSK vocabulary, 淼 is a visually interesting character that can help learners understand the concept of radicals in Chinese. Students at this level should focus on the components of characters and their meanings, as this will enhance comprehension.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 淼 with similar characters like 水 (water) or 流 (to flow), mistakenly using them interchangeably. Remember, 淼 specifically emphasizes vastness and infinity, which is not conveyed by the other characters.

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Etymology of 淼

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
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Water 水 everywhere

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Origin

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Decomposition of 淼

IDS Structure⿱水⿰水水
淼Full character
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水Shui3
top
水Shui3
left
水Shui3
right
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Parts

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How to say infinity; flooding; a wide expanse of water in Chinese

“infinity; flooding; a wide expanse of water” in Chinese is淼miǎo

The character 淼 (miǎo) represents an expansive area of water, often associated with the concept of infinity or vastness. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, such as describing large bodies of water or floods, and conveys a sense of endlessness and abundance.

When to use 淼

When using 淼, it is often found in literary or poetic contexts rather than everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious with its usage as it may seem overly formal or rare in casual dialogue. Common collocations include phrases relating to vast water bodies.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 淼 with similar characters like 水 (water) or 流 (to flow), mistakenly using them interchangeably. Remember, 淼 specifically emphasizes vastness and infinity, which is not conveyed by the other characters.

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Word Family of 淼

Words containing this character2
淼miǎoa flood
浩淼vast
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Words with 淼

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Frequently Asked Questions about 淼

淼 refers to a vast expanse of water and can symbolize infinity or flooding.

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