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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
醅pēiunstrained spiritszg, 15 strokes, radical 酉
pēi(pei1)pei T1
  1. 1unstrained spirits
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March 24, 2026

醅pēi(pei1)

The character 醅 (pēi) refers to unstrained spirits, typically alcoholic beverages that have not undergone a filtering process. It is often used in the context of traditional Chinese liquor or brewing practices, where the pure essence is preferred for its robust flavor and character.

Strokes15Radical酉
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the preference for unstrained spirits reflects a respect for traditional brewing methods and the belief that they contain richer flavors and aromas. This practice can be seen in various regional liquors, such as Moutai, which are often served during significant celebrations.

Memory tip

Imagine a large vat of alcohol filled with unstrained ingredients. The character 醅 visually resembles a cup (the top part) overflowing with rich spirits (the bottom strokes representing liquid), emphasizing its essence and the idea of something that is raw and unrefined.

Meanings of 醅

pēi(pei1)
1unstrained spirits
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About 醅

醅Simplified
15Strokes
酉Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

The term 醅 is quite formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation, making it suitable for discussions around traditional brewing or specific types of liquor. Learners should note that it often appears in specialized contexts related to alcohol and may not be familiar to all speakers.

HSK Study Tips

As this character is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students should focus on its components and structure. Understanding the radicals can help in recognizing similar terms related to alcohol and fermentation, enhancing vocabulary in culinary contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 醅 with similar characters related to alcohol, such as 酒 (jiǔ), which means 'liquor' in general. It's important to remember that 醅 specifically refers to unstrained varieties, while 酒 encompasses a broader category.

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Etymology of 醅

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

wine

Semantic (meaning)酉
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Phonetic (sound)咅
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Origin

醅 = 酉 + 咅. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 醅

IDS Structure⿰酉咅
醅Full character
=
酉you3
left
咅pou3
right
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Parts

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How to say unstrained spirits in Chinese

“unstrained spirits” in Chinese is醅pēi

The character 醅 (pēi) refers to unstrained spirits, typically alcoholic beverages that have not undergone a filtering process. It is often used in the context of traditional Chinese liquor or brewing practices, where the pure essence is preferred for its robust flavor and character.

When to use 醅

The term 醅 is quite formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation, making it suitable for discussions around traditional brewing or specific types of liquor. Learners should note that it often appears in specialized contexts related to alcohol and may not be familiar to all speakers.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 醅 with similar characters related to alcohol, such as 酒 (jiǔ), which means 'liquor' in general. It's important to remember that 醅 specifically refers to unstrained varieties, while 酒 encompasses a broader category.

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Word Family of 醅

Words containing this character1
醅pēiunstrained spirits

Frequently Asked Questions about 醅

醅 specifically refers to unstrained spirits, which are less refined than other spirits that have been filtered.

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