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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蛘yángrice weevilg, 12 strokes, radical 虫
蛘yánga weevil found in rice etcunknown, 12 strokes, radical 虫
yáng(yang2)yang T2
  1. 1rice weevil
  2. 2a weevil found in rice etc
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March 24, 2026

蛘yáng(yang2)

The character 蛘 (yáng) refers to a type of rice weevil, a small beetle that infests stored grains, particularly rice. This insect can cause significant damage to grain supplies, making it relevant in agricultural and pest control discussions. It is often associated with food storage issues and agricultural practices.

Strokes12Radical虫
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, rice is a staple food, and the presence of pests like 蛘 can symbolize poor storage practices or bad luck in food preservation. This highlights the importance of proper food storage in maintaining health and quality.

Memory tip

Imagine a tiny bug, the rice weevil, sneaking around your rice bowl. The character 蛘 has a radical for 'insect' (虫) and looks like it’s scuttling away with a grain of rice. Visualize this bug munching on your rice to remember its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 蛘

yáng(yang2)
1rice weevil
2a weevil found in rice etc
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About 蛘

蛘Simplified
12Strokes
虫Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite specific and is used mainly in agricultural contexts or pest management discussions. Be careful not to confuse it with other insect-related terms. In writing, ensure you use the correct form and context, especially when discussing food safety.

HSK Study Tips

Although 蛘 is not included in the HSK vocabulary, it can be useful for learners interested in agriculture or pest control vocabulary. Focus on related terms like rice (米, mǐ) and pest (害虫, hàichóng) to build contextual understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 蛘 with similar insect characters like 蚂 (mǎ, meaning 'ant'). A common mistake is to use 蛘 incorrectly in a sentence about food-related issues without mentioning its specific context. Always clarify that it refers to a pest in rice.

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Etymology of 蛘

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

insect

Semantic (meaning)虫
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Phonetic (sound)羊
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Origin

蛘 = 虫 + 羊. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 蛘

IDS Structure⿰虫羊
蛘Full character
=
虫chong2
left
羊Yang2
right
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Parts

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How to say rice weevil in Chinese

“rice weevil” in Chinese is蛘yáng

The character 蛘 (yáng) refers to a type of rice weevil, a small beetle that infests stored grains, particularly rice. This insect can cause significant damage to grain supplies, making it relevant in agricultural and pest control discussions. It is often associated with food storage issues and agricultural practices.

When to use 蛘

This term is quite specific and is used mainly in agricultural contexts or pest management discussions. Be careful not to confuse it with other insect-related terms. In writing, ensure you use the correct form and context, especially when discussing food safety.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 蛘 with similar insect characters like 蚂 (mǎ, meaning 'ant'). A common mistake is to use 蛘 incorrectly in a sentence about food-related issues without mentioning its specific context. Always clarify that it refers to a pest in rice.

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Word Family of 蛘

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蛘yánga weevil found in rice etc

Frequently asked questions about 蛘

It means 'rice weevil', a type of insect that infests rice.

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