The character 魝 (jié) refers to a type of fish, specifically the 'mangrove snapper.' It is primarily used in specialized contexts related to marine biology or culinary discussions. While not commonly encountered in everyday conversation, it may appear in literature or menus pertaining to seafood.
13 strokes, radical 魚, Very Hard
jié(jie2) T2
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March 24, 2026
魝()jié(jie2)
The character 魝 (jié) refers to a type of fish, specifically the 'mangrove snapper.' It is primarily used in specialized contexts related to marine biology or culinary discussions. While not commonly encountered in everyday conversation, it may appear in literature or menus pertaining to seafood.
Strokes13Radical魚Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, seafood holds significant importance, and specific names of fish, such as 魝 (jié), are often highlighted in regional dishes, illustrating the diverse culinary practices across different coastal areas in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fish with a 'jeep' (jié sounds like 'jeep') driving through mangroves. The character 魝 combines the radical for water (氵) with a character that suggests the fish's unique nature, helping you visualize its aquatic habitat.
About 魝
魝Simplified
Traditional
13Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a fish with a 'jeep' (jié sounds like 'jeep') driving through mangroves. The character 魝 combines the radical for water (氵) with a character that suggests the fish's unique nature, helping you visualize its aquatic habitat.
Usage Notes
This character is quite specialized, so it's important to use it in the appropriate context, specifically when discussing seafood in a culinary or biological setting. Avoid using it in general conversations about fish unless you are specifically referring to this type.
HSK Study Tips
Since 魝 (jié) is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful to learn it in conjunction with other marine-related terms. Focus on expanding your vocabulary in the context of food and biology to understand its usage better.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, seafood holds significant importance, and specific names of fish, such as 魝 (jié), are often highlighted in regional dishes, illustrating the diverse culinary practices across different coastal areas in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 魝 (jié) with more common fish names. For example, using 魝 when referring to 'salmon' (鲑) is incorrect. Ensure you are using the correct fish names in context.
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Cultural Notes for 魝
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In Chinese cuisine, seafood holds significant importance, and specific names of fish, such as 魝 (jié), are often highlighted in regional dishes, illustrating the diverse culinary practices across different coastal areas in China.
Frequently Asked Questions about 魝
No, 魝 is quite specialized and typically used in culinary or marine biology contexts.
