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March 24, 2026
蛳(螄)sī(si1)
The character 蛳 (sī) refers specifically to a type of snail known for its spiral shell. This term is often used in biological contexts or when discussing certain culinary dishes in Chinese cuisine where snails are featured.
Strokes12Radical虫Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, certain snails are considered delicacies, particularly in regions where they are harvested and cooked in unique ways. The appreciation of snails reflects a broader cultural acceptance of diverse food sources in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a spiral shell on the beach, slowly moving like a snail. The character 蛳 has the radical for 'insect' (虫), reminding you that it's a creature, and the 'si' sound can be remembered as 'see' the snail's shell.
Meanings of 蛳
sī(si1)
1a snail with a spiral shell
2snail
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About 蛳
蛳Simplified
螄Traditional
12Strokes
虫Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a spiral shell on the beach, slowly moving like a snail. The character 蛳 has the radical for 'insect' (虫), reminding you that it's a creature, and the 'si' sound can be remembered as 'see' the snail's shell.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 蛳 (sī) with similar-sounding words. This term is more commonly used in specific contexts rather than in everyday conversation, making it more formal. It often appears in discussions about food or biology.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蛳 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to other animal-related terms. Students should focus on recognizing how characters can depict animals and their characteristics, as this can help with memorization.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, certain snails are considered delicacies, particularly in regions where they are harvested and cooked in unique ways. The appreciation of snails reflects a broader cultural acceptance of diverse food sources in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蛳 (sī) with other similar-sounding characters like 司 (sī) which means 'to manage' or 'to take charge.' Remember that 蛳 specifically relates to snails, whereas 司 pertains to management.
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Cultural Notes for 蛳
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In Chinese cuisine, certain snails are considered delicacies, particularly in regions where they are harvested and cooked in unique ways. The appreciation of snails reflects a broader cultural acceptance of diverse food sources in China.
Word Family of 蛳
Words Containing This Character2
螺蛳river snail螺螄
蛳sīsnail螄
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蛳
It is pronounced as 'sī'.
No, it is more specific to biological or culinary contexts.
蛳 specifically refers to a snail with a spiral shell, while other terms might describe different types of snails.
