Meanings of 瘛
By ear
Play it, then pick what 瘛 means.
About 瘛
Podcast: 瘛
Podcast: 瘛
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 瘛
This character is rarely used in modern Mandarin and may be more familiar to those studying traditional Chinese medicine. Be cautious when using it, as it may come across as overly formal or technical in casual conversation. Common collocations include 瘛瘲 (chì zòng) and 瘛疭 (chì duàn), which refer to specific types of convulsions.
As this character is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is advisable for learners to focus on more commonly used medical terms and phrases at their level. Understanding the context in which 瘛 appears, particularly in literature or historical texts, may enhance your vocabulary related to health.
Learners may confuse 瘛 with similar-sounding characters like 痴 (chī, meaning 'foolish'). It's important to remember that 瘛 relates specifically to convulsions. Always check the context to ensure the correct character is used.
Pronunciation of 瘛
Drill the tone of 瘛 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 瘛 to You
Let me explain 瘛 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 瘛 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 瘛?
Learning Lab
Knowing 瘛 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 瘛
sickness
Origin
瘛 = 疒 + 恝. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 瘛
Parts
Which of these is part of 瘛?
How to say clonic convulsions in Chinese
“clonic convulsions” in Chinese is瘛
The character 瘛 (chì) refers to a medical condition characterized by clonic convulsions or spasms. It is often used in historical or traditional contexts relating to health or illness, particularly in Chinese medicine. The term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in medical texts or discussions around specific ailments.
When to use 瘛
This character is rarely used in modern Mandarin and may be more familiar to those studying traditional Chinese medicine. Be cautious when using it, as it may come across as overly formal or technical in casual conversation. Common collocations include 瘛瘲 (chì zòng) and 瘛疭 (chì duàn), which refer to specific types of convulsions.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 瘛 with similar-sounding characters like 痴 (chī, meaning 'foolish'). It's important to remember that 瘛 relates specifically to convulsions. Always check the context to ensure the correct character is used.
Write 瘛
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 瘛 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 瘛?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
Word Family of 瘛
Frequently Asked Questions about 瘛
No, 瘛 is a technical term mostly found in medical literature and is not commonly used in daily speech.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 瘛?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.