The character 狊 (jú) refers to a type of wild dog, specifically the hunting dog. This term is less commonly used in modern contexts but may appear in literary or historical texts pertaining to hunting or animal behavior.
9 strokes, radical 犬, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
狊()jú(ju2)
The character 狊 (jú) refers to a type of wild dog, specifically the hunting dog. This term is less commonly used in modern contexts but may appear in literary or historical texts pertaining to hunting or animal behavior.
Strokes9Radical犬Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, hunting with dogs was a popular activity among the nobility, and terms like 狊 would be relevant in discussions about hunting practices and the types of dogs used.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wild dog (like the 狊) jumping through the bushes while chasing its prey. The sound 'jú' can remind you of 'juge,' a playful dog that loves to hunt and run. The character's radical, 犭, signifies its animal nature.
About 狊
狊Simplified
Traditional
9Strokes
犬Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 狊
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wild dog (like the 狊) jumping through the bushes while chasing its prey. The sound 'jú' can remind you of 'juge,' a playful dog that loves to hunt and run. The character's radical, 犭, signifies its animal nature.
Usage Notes
Since 狊 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it's more appropriate for literary or academic contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with other dog-related terms like 狗 (gǒu, dog) or 狼 (láng, wolf).
HSK Study Tips
As this character is not included in the HSK vocabulary, focus on related words like 狗 (gǒu) and 猫 (māo) to build a foundation in animal vocabulary. Understanding the radical 犭 will help with recognizing other animal-related characters.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, hunting with dogs was a popular activity among the nobility, and terms like 狊 would be relevant in discussions about hunting practices and the types of dogs used.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 狊 with similar-sounding characters or use it incorrectly in everyday conversation. For example, saying '我有一只狊' (Wǒ yǒu yī zhī jú) when they mean 'I have a dog' is incorrect; the correct term is 狗 (gǒu).
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Cultural Notes for 狊
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient China, hunting with dogs was a popular activity among the nobility, and terms like 狊 would be relevant in discussions about hunting practices and the types of dogs used.
Frequently Asked Questions about 狊
No, it is primarily used in literary or historical contexts.
狊 specifically refers to a wild hunting dog, while 狗 (gǒu) is the general term for dog.
