The character 隡 (sa) refers to a hidden or concealed place, often implying something that is not easily visible or accessible. It can also suggest a sense of secrecy or being sheltered from view, commonly used in literary contexts.
13 strokes, radical 阝, Very Hard
sa(sa5) T5
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March 24, 2026
隡()sa(sa5)
The character 隡 (sa) refers to a hidden or concealed place, often implying something that is not easily visible or accessible. It can also suggest a sense of secrecy or being sheltered from view, commonly used in literary contexts.
Strokes13Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese literature, the concept of hidden places often symbolizes peace, refuge, or introspection, reflecting traditional values of harmony with nature and the importance of private spaces.
Memory Tip
Imagine a secret garden hidden behind a tall wall (the radical 隹 suggests something hidden or secret). The sound 'sa' could remind you of a soft whisper—'shh, it's a secret!'—which connects the idea of concealment.
About 隡
隡Simplified
Traditional
13Strokes
阝Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 隡
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a secret garden hidden behind a tall wall (the radical 隹 suggests something hidden or secret). The sound 'sa' could remind you of a soft whisper—'shh, it's a secret!'—which connects the idea of concealment.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively uncommon, so it may not appear in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters like '三' (sān) for 'three.' It may come up in more formal or literary texts.
HSK Study Tips
Currently, 隡 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, but learners at this level should focus on recognizing its components and understanding its literary usage. Familiarity with characters that convey secrecy or hiddenness can enhance vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese literature, the concept of hidden places often symbolizes peace, refuge, or introspection, reflecting traditional values of harmony with nature and the importance of private spaces.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 隡 with 隐 (yǐn), which is more commonly used. For example, using 隡 in place of 隐 to say 'hidden' is incorrect; the correct form would be 隐藏 (yǐncáng).
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Cultural Notes for 隡
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In Chinese literature, the concept of hidden places often symbolizes peace, refuge, or introspection, reflecting traditional values of harmony with nature and the importance of private spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions about 隡
No, it's more often found in literary texts and less in everyday speech.
It is pronounced as 'sa' and has a soft sound, similar to a whisper.
Characters like '隐' (yǐn) which also means hidden or concealed, are closely related.
