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鬄 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鬄díwigx, 18 strokes, radical 髟
鬄díTaiwan pr. [ti4]unknown, 18 strokes, radical 髟
鬄díold variant of 剃[ti4]unknown, 18 strokes, radical 髟
鬄tìwigx, 18 strokes, radical 髟
鬄tìTaiwan pr. [ti4]unknown, 18 strokes, radical 髟
鬄tìold variant of 剃[ti4]unknown, 18 strokes, radical 髟
dí(di2)
primary
 T2
  1. 1wig
  2. 2Taiwan pr. [ti4]
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March 24, 2026

鬄dí(di2)

The character 鬄 (dí) refers to a wig, particularly in historical contexts. It can also be understood as an old variant of the character 剃 (tì), which means 'to shave.' In modern usage, this character is not commonly used, and its primary association is with traditional hairstyles or wigs in Taiwanese culture.

Strokes18Radical髟
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, wigs were often worn during ceremonial events or theatrical performances, reflecting status and artistry. This character connects to the rich history of hair fashion in China, especially during the imperial eras.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'wig' that is so elaborate it looks like a dragon's mane. The character 鬄 can be visualized as a dragon, with its flowing shapes resembling the strands of hair in a wig. The pronunciation 'dí' sounds like 'deed' in English, which you might associate with the act of putting on a wig for a special occasion.

Meanings of 鬄

dí(di2)
primary
1wig
2Taiwan pr. [ti4]
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About 鬄

鬄Simplified
18Strokes
髟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 鬄

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 鬄 with 剃 (tì) due to their similar appearances and meanings. This character is more formal and is primarily used in literary or historical contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious about pronunciation; in Taiwan, it may be pronounced as 'tì,' leading to potential misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鬄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can help learners appreciate historical texts and cultural references. Focus on the components of the character to help remember its association with hair and hairstyles, which might connect to other vocabulary related to grooming.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 鬄 as 'tì' instead of 'dí', which can change the intended meaning. Additionally, using 鬄 in everyday conversation can be incorrect as it is more suited for historical or literary contexts.

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Etymology of 鬄

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

To exchange 易 hair 髟; 易 also provides the pronunciation

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Case file: 鬄

  1. 1The giveawayTo exchange 易 hair 髟; 易 also provides the pronunciation
  2. 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 鬄

IDS Structure⿱髟易
鬄Full Character
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髟biao1
top
易Yi4
bottom
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How to say wig in Chinese

“wig” in Chinese is鬄dí

The character 鬄 (dí) refers to a wig, particularly in historical contexts. It can also be understood as an old variant of the character 剃 (tì), which means 'to shave.' In modern usage, this character is not commonly used, and its primary association is with traditional hairstyles or wigs in Taiwanese culture.

When to use 鬄

Learners often confuse 鬄 with 剃 (tì) due to their similar appearances and meanings. This character is more formal and is primarily used in literary or historical contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious about pronunciation; in Taiwan, it may be pronounced as 'tì,' leading to potential misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 鬄 as 'tì' instead of 'dí', which can change the intended meaning. Additionally, using 鬄 in everyday conversation can be incorrect as it is more suited for historical or literary contexts.

Write 鬄

鬄

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Word Family of 鬄

Words Containing This Character1
鬄díwig
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 鬄

No, 鬄 is not commonly used in contemporary language; it is mostly found in historical texts.

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