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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
舣yǐto moor a boatg, 9 strokes, radical 舟
舣yǐto moor a boat to the bankunknown, 9 strokes, radical 舟
yǐ(yi3)yi T3
  1. 1to moor a boat
  2. 2to moor a boat to the bank
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March 24, 2026

舣(艤)yǐ(yi3)

The character 舣 (yǐ) refers specifically to the action of mooring a boat, which involves securing it to the bank or a dock. This term is often used in maritime contexts and can imply both the physical act of tying the boat and the broader concept of stopping for rest or shelter.

Strokes9Radical舟
Cultural note

In ancient China, rivers were vital for transportation and trade; thus, the ability to moor a boat securely was essential for safety and commerce. This character evokes a sense of connection to China's rich history of river navigation.

Memory tip

Imagine a boat (船, chuán) gently resting on the bank (岸, àn) after a long journey. The character 舣 has a radical for water (氵) and a component that relates to the action of resting or securing, helping you remember that it’s about mooring or docking a boat.

Meanings of 舣

yǐ(yi3)
1to moor a boat
2to moor a boat to the bank
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About 舣

舣Simplified
艤Traditional
9Strokes
舟Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 舣 with similar boating terms like 停 (tíng, to stop) or 靠 (kào, to lean against). It is typically used in more formal or literary contexts rather than casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing yǐ, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 舣 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it is useful for learners interested in maritime terminology or literary texts. Focus on recognizing its usage in historical or poetic contexts, which can expand vocabulary related to water and travel.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 舣 with the more general term 停 (tíng) meaning 'to stop.' For example, saying 舣船 (yǐ chuán) in casual conversation might be incorrect; instead, use 停船 (tíng chuán) for 'stop the boat.'

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Etymology of 舣

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

Semantic (meaning)舟
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Phonetic (sound)义
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Origin

舣 = 舟 + 义. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 舣

IDS Structure⿰舟义
舣Full character
=
舟zhou1
left
义Yi4
right
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Parts

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How to say to moor a boat in Chinese

“to moor a boat” in Chinese is舣yǐ

The character 舣 (yǐ) refers specifically to the action of mooring a boat, which involves securing it to the bank or a dock. This term is often used in maritime contexts and can imply both the physical act of tying the boat and the broader concept of stopping for rest or shelter.

When to use 舣

Learners often confuse 舣 with similar boating terms like 停 (tíng, to stop) or 靠 (kào, to lean against). It is typically used in more formal or literary contexts rather than casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing yǐ, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 舣 with the more general term 停 (tíng) meaning 'to stop.' For example, saying 舣船 (yǐ chuán) in casual conversation might be incorrect; instead, use 停船 (tíng chuán) for 'stop the boat.'

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Word Family of 舣

Words containing this character1
舣yǐto moor a boat to the bank艤

Frequently asked questions about 舣

You can say 舣在岸边 (yǐ zài ànbiān), meaning 'moored at the bank.'

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