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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
猸méibadger, ferret, mongoosex, 12 strokes, radical 犭
猸méiused for ferret, badger or mongooseunknown, 12 strokes, radical 犭
méi(mei2)mei T2
  1. 1badger, ferret, mongoose
  2. 2used for ferret, badger or mongoose
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March 24, 2026

猸méi(mei2)

The character 猸 (méi) refers to small carnivorous mammals such as badgers, ferrets, and mongooses. It is not commonly used in everyday language but is recognized in specific contexts related to wildlife or zoology. Understanding this character can enhance your vocabulary when discussing animal species in Chinese.

Strokes12Radical犭
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the badger and similar animals are often associated with rural life and nature. They can symbolize resilience and adaptability, reflecting how these creatures thrive in various environments.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'me' (méi) in a forest where badgers dig their burrows. The character 猸 has the 'dog' radical 犭, which relates to animals, helping you remember it represents a type of animal. Visualizing a badger with its distinctive shape will help solidify the connection.

Meanings of 猸

méi(mei2)
1badger, ferret, mongoose
2used for ferret, badger or mongoose
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About 猸

猸Simplified
12Strokes
犭Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This character is more formal and is typically found in texts related to biology or wildlife. Learners might confuse it with similar-sounding characters or those with related meanings, so pay close attention to context. Common collocations include phrases about animal habitats or behaviors.

HSK Study Tips

While 猸 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be linked to animal-related vocabulary that appears in lower levels. Students should focus on recognizing the radical 犭, as it frequently appears in other animal names, aiding in vocabulary expansion.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 猸 with similar characters like 獴 (máng), which also refers to a type of mongoose. Ensure you use 猸 specifically when talking about badgers or ferrets to avoid ambiguity.

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Etymology of 猸

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)眉
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Origin

猸 = 犭 + 眉. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 猸

IDS Structure⿰犭眉
猸Full character
=
犭quan3
left
眉mei2
right
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How to say badger, ferret, mongoose in Chinese

“badger, ferret, mongoose” in Chinese is猸méi

The character 猸 (méi) refers to small carnivorous mammals such as badgers, ferrets, and mongooses. It is not commonly used in everyday language but is recognized in specific contexts related to wildlife or zoology. Understanding this character can enhance your vocabulary when discussing animal species in Chinese.

When to use 猸

This character is more formal and is typically found in texts related to biology or wildlife. Learners might confuse it with similar-sounding characters or those with related meanings, so pay close attention to context. Common collocations include phrases about animal habitats or behaviors.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 猸 with similar characters like 獴 (máng), which also refers to a type of mongoose. Ensure you use 猸 specifically when talking about badgers or ferrets to avoid ambiguity.

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Word Family of 猸

Words containing this character2
猸méivariant of 獴 mongoose
猸子mongoose
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Frequently asked questions about 猸

It is pronounced as 'méi' with a rising tone.

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