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March 24, 2026
蚊wén(wen2)
The character 蚊 (wén) refers to a mosquito or gnat, small flying insects known for their biting and ability to transmit diseases. It is commonly used in contexts related to health, nature, and outdoor activities, often associated with annoyance and risks in warmer climates.
Strokes10Radical虫Frequency#29466DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, mosquitoes are often associated with summer and the need for protection against bites, especially in rural areas. Mosquito repellent is a common household item, reflecting the practical approach to dealing with these pests.
Memory Tip
Imagine a mosquito buzzing around your ear, whispering 'wén, wén' as it tries to bite you. The character 蚊 has the radical for insect (虫) at the bottom, linking it visually to its meaning as a bug. Picture this insect as a tiny, pesky visitor that leaves you scratching.
Meanings of 蚊
wén(wen2)
1mosquito, gnat
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About 蚊
蚊Simplified
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虫Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 蚊
Quick Contrast
蚊 (wén) vs 苍蝇 (cāngyíng) — choose 蚊 when referring specifically to mosquitoes, while 苍蝇 refers to flies.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a mosquito buzzing around your ear, whispering 'wén, wén' as it tries to bite you. The character 蚊 has the radical for insect (虫) at the bottom, linking it visually to its meaning as a bug. Picture this insect as a tiny, pesky visitor that leaves you scratching.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 蚊 (mosquito) with 蚤 (flea), as they represent different insects. The term is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation. Collocations include phrases like 蚊子叮咬 (wénzi dīngyǎo) meaning 'mosquito bites'.
HSK Study Tips
While 蚊 is not at a specific HSK level, it can be relevant for HSK 2 learners when discussing nature or health topics. Students should focus on recognizing the character and understanding its usage in context, especially in conversations about outdoor activities.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, mosquitoes are often associated with summer and the need for protection against bites, especially in rural areas. Mosquito repellent is a common household item, reflecting the practical approach to dealing with these pests.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蚊 (wén) with 同 (tóng), which means 'same' or 'together', due to similar pronunciation. Always remember that 蚊 specifically refers to mosquitoes, while 同 has a completely different meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 蚊
蚊 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我把____帐甩到一边，跳下床来。
I threw aside my mosquito net and jumped out of bed.
Anti - mosquito oil is applied to black spots in rear lanes.
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扒类 “ 平均在80～90蚊之间 ”.
bā lèi“ “ píng jūn80～90 zài 80～90 wén”.
Digs up kind of
Cultural Notes for 蚊
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, mosquitoes are often associated with summer and the need for protection against bites, especially in rural areas. Mosquito repellent is a common household item, reflecting the practical approach to dealing with these pests.
Word Family of 蚊
Words Containing This Character7
蚊子wénzimosquito
蚊wénmosquito
蚊帐wénzhàngmosquito net蚊帳
蚊虫mosquito蚊蟲
蚊香mosquito-repellent incense or coil
飞蚊症eye floaters (moving spots in the eye's vitreous humor)飛蚊症
疟蚊Anopheles (type of mosquito)瘧蚊
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Compound Meaning
What does 蚊子 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 蚊
It is pronounced as 'wén'.
In Chinese, the plural form is often implied, so you can simply use 蚊子 (wénzi) to refer to mosquitoes in general.
Yes, 蚊子叮人 (wénzi dīng rén) is an expression that literally means 'mosquito bites people', used to describe annoying minor problems.
