Meanings of 镈
By ear
Play it, then pick what 镈 means.
About 镈
Podcast: 镈
Podcast: 镈
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 镈
This character is less commonly used in modern contexts, so learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words. It is more likely to appear in historical or literary texts. Be cautious with its pronunciation, ensuring the correct tone is used.
Although 镈 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other agricultural and musical terms. Students should focus on the radical components and related characters to expand their vocabulary in these fields.
Learners often confuse 镈 with similar characters like 锅 (guō) meaning 'pot' due to their similar structures. Always remember that 镈 is associated with bells and agricultural tools, not cookware.
Pronunciation of 镈
Drill the tone of 镈, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 镈 to you
Let me explain 镈 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 镈 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
How well do you know 镈?
Learning Lab
Knowing 镈 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 镈
bell
Origin
镈 = 钅 + 尃. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 镈
Parts
Which of these is part of 镈?
How to say large bell; hoe, spade in Chinese
“large bell; hoe, spade” in Chinese is镈
The character 镈 (bó) refers to a large bell or a type of hoe and spade used in agricultural practices. It can also signify an ancient musical instrument shaped like a bell. In various contexts, it emphasizes the importance of these tools and instruments in traditional Chinese society and culture.
When to use 镈
This character is less commonly used in modern contexts, so learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words. It is more likely to appear in historical or literary texts. Be cautious with its pronunciation, ensuring the correct tone is used.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 镈 with similar characters like 锅 (guō) meaning 'pot' due to their similar structures. Always remember that 镈 is associated with bells and agricultural tools, not cookware.
Write 镈
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 镈 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 镈?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
Word Family of 镈
Frequently asked questions about 镈
镈 specifically refers to a hoe or spade, while other tools may serve different agricultural purposes, like plows or sickles.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 镈?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.