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March 24, 2026
蚜yá(ya2)
The character 蚜 (yá) refers to aphids, small sap-sucking insects that are commonly found on plants. They are often considered pests in agriculture due to their ability to rapidly reproduce and damage crops. Understanding this term can be useful in discussions related to gardening, agriculture, or pest control.
Strokes10Radical虫Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, understanding pests like aphids is crucial for maintaining crop health, which reflects the importance of sustainable farming practices in Chinese culture. The integration of pest management in Chinese farming techniques showcases a deep-rooted connection to the land.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiny bug, the aphid, hiding among leaves, looking like a 'yawning' insect because it sucks out the plant's nutrients. The character 蚜 has the '虫' (insect) radical, reminding you that it's an insect, and '也' (yě) sounds like 'yá', helping you connect the sound to the meaning.
Meanings of 蚜
yá(ya2)
1aphid, plant louse
2aphis
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About 蚜
蚜Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiny bug, the aphid, hiding among leaves, looking like a 'yawning' insect because it sucks out the plant's nutrients. The character 蚜 has the '虫' (insect) radical, reminding you that it's an insect, and '也' (yě) sounds like 'yá', helping you connect the sound to the meaning.
Usage Notes
When using 蚜, it's important to note that it's a more technical term often used in agricultural contexts. Avoid confusing it with other pests; for example, do not use 蚜 when referring to all insects or bugs in general. The tone should always be pronounced as the second tone (yá), rather than mixing it with first or third tones.
HSK Study Tips
Though 蚜 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK Level 4 words related to nature and agriculture, such as 植物 (zhíwù - plant). Students should focus on the radicals and how they inform the meaning of related words in this context.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, understanding pests like aphids is crucial for maintaining crop health, which reflects the importance of sustainable farming practices in Chinese culture. The integration of pest management in Chinese farming techniques showcases a deep-rooted connection to the land.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蚜 with other insect-related terms, mistakenly using it to refer to all pests. For example, saying '蚜会吃我的植物' (Aphids will eat my plants) is correct, but do not generalize to all insects by saying '蚜会吃虫子' (Aphids will eat bugs).
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Grammar Patterns of 蚜
蚜 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____虫正在毁掉一片片的小麦和大麦田地。
The aphid is now laying waste to the wheat and barley fields.
Example Sentences for 蚜 (3)
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蚜虫正在毁掉一片片的小麦和大麦田地。
yá chóng zhèng zài huǐ diào yī piàn piàn de xiǎo mài hé dà mài tián dì。
The aphid is now laying waste to the wheat and barley fields.
2
汁液直接流过蚜虫的身体, 结果只是变得更稠、更甜.
zhī yè zhí jiē liú guò yá chóng de shēn tǐ, , jié guǒ zhī shì biàn dé gēng、 chóu 、.
Sap passes right through the aphides'bodies, only getting a little thicker and sweeter.
3
研究了百合上桃蚜种群数量季节变动动态.
yán jiū le bǎi hé shàng táo yá zhǒng qún shù liáng jì jié biàn dòng dòng tài.
The population dynamic of Myzus Persicae on Lilium Speciosum was studied.
Cultural Notes for 蚜
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese agriculture, understanding pests like aphids is crucial for maintaining crop health, which reflects the importance of sustainable farming practices in Chinese culture. The integration of pest management in Chinese farming techniques showcases a deep-rooted connection to the land.
Word Family of 蚜
Words Containing This Character2
蚜虫aphid蚜蟲
蚜yáaphis
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Compound Meaning
What does 蚜虫 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 蚜
蚜 means 'aphid' in English, referring to a type of plant-sucking insect.
蚜 is more commonly used in agricultural contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
Yes, you might come across terms like 虫害 (chónghài - pest damage) that relate to the context of aphids.
