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March 24, 2026
蝠fú(fu2)
The character 蝠 (fú) means 'bat', the flying mammal known for its nocturnal habits and ability to navigate in the dark using echolocation. It is often associated with good fortune and happiness in Chinese culture, making it a symbol that appears in various art forms and decorations.
Strokes15Radical虫Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the bat (蝠) is a symbol of good luck and happiness. It is often depicted in traditional decorations, especially during festivals, as it is believed to bring prosperity and protection.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'flying' creature with 'wings' shaped like a 'u' (from the pronunciation 'fú'). Visualize a bat soaring through the night sky, bringing good luck. The character 蝠 has the radical 虫 (insect) which hints at its nature as a creature, combined with the phonetic element 'fú'.
Meanings of 蝠
fú(fu2)
1bat
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About 蝠
蝠Simplified
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虫Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 蝠
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'flying' creature with 'wings' shaped like a 'u' (from the pronunciation 'fú'). Visualize a bat soaring through the night sky, bringing good luck. The character 蝠 has the radical 虫 (insect) which hints at its nature as a creature, combined with the phonetic element 'fú'.
Usage Notes
When using 蝠, be mindful of its positive connotations in cultural contexts, especially in greetings during the Lunar New Year. Avoid confusion with similar-sounding characters like 福 (fú) which means 'good fortune', as they are often related in terms of symbolism.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蝠 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it shares phonetic similarities with other HSK words that denote luck and fortune. Students should focus on recognizing the character and its cultural significance, as well as differentiating it from other fortune-related terms.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the bat (蝠) is a symbol of good luck and happiness. It is often depicted in traditional decorations, especially during festivals, as it is believed to bring prosperity and protection.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蝠 with similar characters due to their pronunciation and form. For example, saying '福' when you mean '蝠' can lead to misunderstandings about the subject matter, as 福 refers to fortune, not the animal.
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Grammar Patterns of 蝠
蝠 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
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我一看到蝙____就把门闩上了。
I had bolted the door the instant I had seen the bat.
Example Sentences for 蝠 (4)
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我一看到蝙蝠就把门闩上了。
wǒ yī kàn dào biān fú jiù bǎ mén shuān shàng le。
I had bolted the door the instant I had seen the bat.
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Cultural Notes for 蝠
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the bat (蝠) is a symbol of good luck and happiness. It is often depicted in traditional decorations, especially during festivals, as it is believed to bring prosperity and protection.
Word Family of 蝠
Words Containing This Character2
蝙蝠bat
蝠fúbat
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Compound Meaning
What does 蝙蝠 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 蝠
It is pronounced as 'fú', with a rising tone.
Yes, it is often used in phrases that convey luck and happiness, especially in the context of New Year celebrations.
While 蝠 means 'bat', 福 (fú) means 'good fortune'. They are often associated together in cultural contexts.
