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荻 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
荻dírush, reed; Miscanthus saccariflorusn, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #56859, Very Hard
荻díAnaphalis yedoensis (pearly everlasting reed)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #56859, Very Hard
荻díused in Japanese names with phonetic value Ogiunknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #56859, Very Hard
dí(di2)di T2
  1. 1rush, reed; Miscanthus saccariflorus
  2. 2Anaphalis yedoensis (pearly everlasting reed)
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March 24, 2026

荻dí(di2)

The character 荻 (dí) refers to a type of reed commonly found in wetlands, particularly the Miscanthus saccariflorus species. It is often associated with natural landscapes and poetry, reflecting harmony with nature in Chinese literature.

Strokes10Radical艹Frequency#56859DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese poetry, the imagery of reeds like 荻 often symbolizes resilience and beauty amidst adversity, representing the delicate balance in nature. This connection is deeply rooted in traditional Chinese aesthetics.

Memory tip

Think of 荻 (dí) as a 'dee' reed swaying gracefully in the wind. The left part, 艹, represents 'grass,' while the right part, 知, hints at 'knowing' the beauty of these plants. Visualize a serene scene of reeds by a river, whispering secrets of nature.

Meanings of 荻

dí(di2)
1rush, reed; Miscanthus saccariflorus
2Anaphalis yedoensis (pearly everlasting reed)
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About 荻

荻Simplified
10Strokes
艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

荻 is primarily used in literary contexts or botanical discussions, so it's not commonly seen in everyday conversation. Be cautious with tone; the correct pronunciation is dí, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other words. It often collocates with terms related to nature and poetry.

HSK Study Tips

Although 荻 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it enriches understanding of nature-related vocabulary. Learners should focus on recognizing characters in context, especially when reading poetry or classical literature where such terms may appear.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 荻 with similar-sounding characters or mistakenly use it in casual conversation, which is inappropriate. For example, saying '我喜欢荻' (I like reeds) in informal contexts can sound awkward; it's better suited for literary discussions.

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Etymology of 荻

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

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)狄
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Origin

荻 = 艹 + 狄. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 荻

IDS Structure⿱艹狄
荻Full character
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艹cao3
top
狄Di2
bottom
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How to say rush, reed; Miscanthus saccariflorus in Chinese

“rush, reed; Miscanthus saccariflorus” in Chinese is荻dí

The character 荻 (dí) refers to a type of reed commonly found in wetlands, particularly the Miscanthus saccariflorus species. It is often associated with natural landscapes and poetry, reflecting harmony with nature in Chinese literature.

When to use 荻

荻 is primarily used in literary contexts or botanical discussions, so it's not commonly seen in everyday conversation. Be cautious with tone; the correct pronunciation is dí, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other words. It often collocates with terms related to nature and poetry.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 荻 with similar-sounding characters or mistakenly use it in casual conversation, which is inappropriate. For example, saying '我喜欢荻' (I like reeds) in informal contexts can sound awkward; it's better suited for literary discussions.

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Word Family of 荻

Words containing this character2
荻díAnaphalis yedoensis (pearly everlasting reed)
芦荻reeds蘆荻
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Frequently Asked Questions about 荻

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

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