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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
衊mièto smear, to slander; to defilex, 21 strokes, radical 血
miè(mie4)mie T4
  1. 1to smear, to slander; to defile
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March 24, 2026

衊miè(mie4)

The character 衊 (miè) means to slander or defame someone, often by spreading false information. It is commonly used in contexts involving reputation damage and unjust accusations, particularly in legal or social discussions.

Strokes21Radical血
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, reputation and social standing are highly valued, making slander a serious offense. The character 衊 is often encountered in literature and news articles discussing scandals and public figures.

Memory tip

Imagine a person smearing mud on someone else's face to defame them. The character 衊 has the radical 衤 (clothing) suggesting that the slander is like dirtying someone’s reputation, while 'miè' sounds like 'meant,' as if someone's intention to harm is meant to stick.

Meanings of 衊

miè(mie4)
1to smear, to slander; to defile
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About 衊

衊Simplified
21Strokes
血Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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中伤 (zhōngshāng) - use 衊 (miè) when referring specifically to slander, while 中伤 (zhōngshāng) can imply harm caused by malicious gossip or rumors.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 衊 with similar-sounding words. It's crucial to use it in contexts involving reputation and defamation rather than general criticism. This term is more formal and should be used in serious discussions rather than casual conversations.

HSK Study Tips

Although 衊 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it enhances comprehension of discussions related to reputation and social dynamics. Focus on its usage in legal or media contexts to connect with other vocabulary at higher levels.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 衊 with 叛 (pàn), which means to betray. For example, saying '我被他叛' (I was slandered by him) is incorrect; the correct term is '我被他衊' (I was slandered by him).

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Etymology of 衊

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

To slight 蔑 with smeared blood 血; 蔑 also provides the pronunciation

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Origin

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Decomposition of 衊

IDS Structure⿰血蔑
衊Full character
=
血xue4
left
蔑mie4
right
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Parts

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How to say to smear, to slander; to defile in Chinese

“to smear, to slander; to defile” in Chinese is衊miè

The character 衊 (miè) means to slander or defame someone, often by spreading false information. It is commonly used in contexts involving reputation damage and unjust accusations, particularly in legal or social discussions.

When to use 衊

Learners often confuse 衊 with similar-sounding words. It's crucial to use it in contexts involving reputation and defamation rather than general criticism. This term is more formal and should be used in serious discussions rather than casual conversations.

衊 or something close to it

中伤 (zhōngshāng) - use 衊 (miè) when referring specifically to slander, while 中伤 (zhōngshāng) can imply harm caused by malicious gossip or rumors.

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 衊 with 叛 (pàn), which means to betray. For example, saying '我被他叛' (I was slandered by him) is incorrect; the correct term is '我被他衊' (I was slandered by him).

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Word Family of 衊

Words containing this character6
蔑视mièshìto loathe蔑視
轻蔑qīngmièto contempt輕蔑
诬蔑to slander誣衊
污蔑wūmièto slander污衊
蔑miènothing
侮蔑contempt
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Frequently Asked Questions about 衊

Synonyms include 诽谤 (fěi bàng) and 中伤 (zhōng shāng), both of which also mean to defame or slander.

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