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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蛵xíngdragonflyx, 13 strokes, radical 虫
蛵xīngdragonflyx, 13 strokes, radical 虫
xīng(xing1)xing
primary
T1
  1. 1dragonfly
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March 24, 2026

蛵xīng(xing1)

The character 蛵 (xīng) refers specifically to the dragonfly, a common insect known for its agility and aerial prowess. In Chinese, it is often associated with beauty and grace, and it is a symbol of transformation and change in various cultural contexts.

Strokes13Radical虫
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, dragonflies are often seen as symbols of summer and are associated with good luck and prosperity. They are also featured in poetry and art, representing freedom and transformation.

Memory tip

Imagine a dragonfly dancing in the air, its wings shimmering like stars (星, xīng means 'star'). The character 蛵 has a similar shape to a dragonfly's elongated body, helping you remember its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 蛵

xīng(xing1)
primary
1dragonfly
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About 蛵

蛵Simplified
13Strokes
虫Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 蛵

Usage Notes

When using 蛵, be careful to differentiate it from similar insects like 蚊子 (wénzi, mosquito). This word is more commonly used in informal contexts when discussing nature or personal observations. Remember that the tone is crucial, as mispronouncing xīng can lead to confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

While 蛵 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with related words about insects and nature that may appear in HSK Level 3 or 4. Focus on memorizing both the character and its pronunciation to enhance your vocabulary in descriptive contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蛵 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我看到一个蛵' (wǒ kàn dào yī gè xīng) instead of '我看到一只蛵' (wǒ kàn dào yī zhī xīng) for counting the insect correctly.

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Etymology of 蛵

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)巠
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Origin

蛵 = 虫 + 巠. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 蛵

IDS Structure⿰虫巠
蛵Full character
=
虫chong2
left
巠jing1
right
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Parts

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How to say dragonfly in Chinese

“dragonfly” in Chinese is蛵xíng

The character 蛵 (xīng) refers specifically to the dragonfly, a common insect known for its agility and aerial prowess. In Chinese, it is often associated with beauty and grace, and it is a symbol of transformation and change in various cultural contexts.

When to use 蛵

When using 蛵, be careful to differentiate it from similar insects like 蚊子 (wénzi, mosquito). This word is more commonly used in informal contexts when discussing nature or personal observations. Remember that the tone is crucial, as mispronouncing xīng can lead to confusion with other words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 蛵 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我看到一个蛵' (wǒ kàn dào yī gè xīng) instead of '我看到一只蛵' (wǒ kàn dào yī zhī xīng) for counting the insect correctly.

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It is pronounced xīng, with a high level tone.

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