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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
舋xìnsplit, quarrel, dispute; blood sacrificex, 19 strokes, radical 臼
舋xìna blood sacrifice (arch.)unknown, 19 strokes, radical 臼
xìn(xin4)xin T4
  1. 1split, quarrel, dispute; blood sacrifice
  2. 2a blood sacrifice (arch.)
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March 24, 2026

舋xìn(xin4)

The character 舋 (xìn) primarily denotes a conflict, quarrel, or dispute between individuals or groups. It can also refer to a blood sacrifice, particularly in historical or ceremonial contexts. This word is less commonly used in modern Mandarin, often appearing in literary or archaic texts.

Strokes19Radical臼
Cultural note

In ancient Chinese culture, blood sacrifices were significant during rituals to appease ancestors or deities, reflecting the deep-rooted belief in the afterlife. The character 舋, in this sense, connects to historical practices surrounding conflict resolution and honoring the deceased.

Memory tip

Imagine two people splitting a rope in a quarrel, with the tension represented by the character 舋. The top part (舌) can remind you of a tongue, often involved in disputes, while the bottom (艹) suggests something growing or sprouting from conflict, symbolizing the roots of a quarrel.

Meanings of 舋

xìn(xin4)
1split, quarrel, dispute; blood sacrifice
2a blood sacrifice (arch.)
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舋Simplified
19Strokes
臼Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners should be cautious with the tone, as 舋 is pronounced with a falling tone (xìn), which is different from other similar sounding words. This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so it may appear more in literature or historical texts. Avoid confusing it with its variants like 釁 or 衅, which have similar meanings.

HSK Study Tips

While 舋 is not part of the HSK curriculum, students at higher levels should focus on recognizing its literary context and understanding its nuances as a variant of more commonly used characters. It may also be helpful to explore related vocabulary about disputes and sacrifices in Chinese history.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 舋 due to its similar sounds with more common characters, leading to confusion. For instance, they may incorrectly use 'xīn' instead of 'xìn', changing the meaning entirely.

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Etymology of 舋

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

A sacrifice made on an altar 且

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Origin

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Decomposition of 舋

IDS Structure⿱興且
舋Full character
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興xing4
top
且qie3
bottom
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How to say split, quarrel, dispute; blood sacrifice in Chinese

“split, quarrel, dispute; blood sacrifice” in Chinese is舋xìn

The character 舋 (xìn) primarily denotes a conflict, quarrel, or dispute between individuals or groups. It can also refer to a blood sacrifice, particularly in historical or ceremonial contexts. This word is less commonly used in modern Mandarin, often appearing in literary or archaic texts.

When to use 舋

Learners should be cautious with the tone, as 舋 is pronounced with a falling tone (xìn), which is different from other similar sounding words. This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so it may appear more in literature or historical texts. Avoid confusing it with its variants like 釁 or 衅, which have similar meanings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 舋 due to its similar sounds with more common characters, leading to confusion. For instance, they may incorrectly use 'xīn' instead of 'xìn', changing the meaning entirely.

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No, 舋 is considered archaic and is rarely used in contemporary conversations.

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