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蕺 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蕺jíHouttuynia cordatax, 15 strokes, radical 艹
jí(ji2) T2
  1. 1Houttuynia cordata
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March 24, 2026

蕺jí(ji2)

蕺 (jí) refers specifically to the plant Houttuynia cordata, which is commonly known for its unique flavor and medicinal properties. It is often used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine, highlighting its significance in both dietary and health contexts.

Strokes15Radical艹
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 蕺 (Houttuynia cordata) is often used in traditional dishes, especially in regions like Sichuan, where its distinct taste adds to the culinary experience. It is also associated with health benefits in traditional Chinese medicine, believed to clear heat and detoxify.

Memory Tip

Imagine a green plant with heart-shaped leaves, representing '蕺' (jí) — think of 'ji' as 'growing joyfully,' where the plant brings joy to those who consume it. The radical '艹' (grass) on top suggests that it is a plant.

Meanings of 蕺

jí(ji2)
1Houttuynia cordata
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About 蕺

蕺Simplified
15Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 蕺 with similar-sounding or visually similar characters. It is more often used in formal contexts such as herbal medicine or culinary discussions. Be careful with the tone; 'jí' is in the second tone, which rises, while mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other characters.

HSK Study Tips

蕺 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but understanding it can enhance your knowledge of Chinese botany and cuisine. Students should focus on recognizing plant-related vocabulary and how to discuss them in terms of health and cooking.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蕺 with other similar characters. For example, some might write '纪' (jì) instead of 蕺 (jí). Always remember that 蕺 has the grass radical on top, indicating it's a plant.

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Etymology of 蕺

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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plant

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)戢
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Case file: 蕺

  1. 1The meaning half艹 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half戢 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayplant
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 蕺

IDS Structure⿱艹戢
蕺Full Character
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艹cao3
top
戢Ji2
bottom
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How to say Houttuynia cordata in Chinese

“Houttuynia cordata” in Chinese is蕺jí

蕺 (jí) refers specifically to the plant Houttuynia cordata, which is commonly known for its unique flavor and medicinal properties. It is often used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine, highlighting its significance in both dietary and health contexts.

When to use 蕺

Common mistakes include confusing 蕺 with similar-sounding or visually similar characters. It is more often used in formal contexts such as herbal medicine or culinary discussions. Be careful with the tone; 'jí' is in the second tone, which rises, while mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other characters.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 蕺 with other similar characters. For example, some might write '纪' (jì) instead of 蕺 (jí). Always remember that 蕺 has the grass radical on top, indicating it's a plant.

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蕺

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Word Family of 蕺

Words Containing This Character1
蕺jíHouttuynia cordata
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Compound Meaning

What does 蕺 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 蕺

蕺 is commonly used in salads, soups, and as a seasoning in various dishes due to its unique flavor.

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