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猞shēlynx, wild catx, 11 strokes, radical 犭
shē(she1)she T1
  1. 1lynx, wild cat
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March 24, 2026

猞shē(she1)

The character 猞 (shē) refers to a type of wild cat, specifically the lynx. It is often used in zoological contexts or discussions about wildlife. In combination with 猁, it refers to the lynx species, emphasizing its characteristics as a wild feline.

Strokes11Radical犭
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, animals like the lynx are often depicted in folklore and art, symbolizing wilderness and strength. The presence of such wild cats in Chinese mountains highlights the country's rich biodiversity.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'shy' lynx hiding in the forest, its ears perked up and alert. The character 猞 looks like a cat with its ears pointed up, reminding you of the lynx's keen sense of hearing, while the 'sh' sound in shē can evoke the idea of something stealthy and quiet.

Meanings of 猞

shē(she1)
1lynx, wild cat
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About 猞

猞Simplified
11Strokes
犭Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is rarely used alone and is more commonly found in compound words such as 猞猁 (shēlì). It is important to use the correct tone, as mispronunciation can lead to confusion with other words. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters.

HSK Study Tips

While 猞 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to the broader animal vocabulary that students may encounter. Focus on related terms and practice their pronunciation, as it will help in recognizing discussions about wildlife in Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 猞 as 'shà' instead of 'shē'. Another common error is using it interchangeably with more common animals like 猫 (cat), which can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 猞

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

animal

Semantic (meaning)犭
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Phonetic (sound)舍
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Origin

猞 = 犭 + 舍. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 猞

IDS Structure⿰犭舍
猞Full character
=
犭quan3
left
舍she3
right
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How to say lynx, wild cat in Chinese

“lynx, wild cat” in Chinese is猞shē

The character 猞 (shē) refers to a type of wild cat, specifically the lynx. It is often used in zoological contexts or discussions about wildlife. In combination with 猁, it refers to the lynx species, emphasizing its characteristics as a wild feline.

When to use 猞

This character is rarely used alone and is more commonly found in compound words such as 猞猁 (shēlì). It is important to use the correct tone, as mispronunciation can lead to confusion with other words. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 猞 as 'shà' instead of 'shē'. Another common error is using it interchangeably with more common animals like 猫 (cat), which can lead to misunderstandings.

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Word Family of 猞

Words containing this character2
猞猁lynx
猞shēlynx
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Words with 猞

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Frequently asked questions about 猞

It is pronounced as 'shē', with a high, level tone.

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