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鮃píngsolex, 16 strokes, radical 魚
píng(ping2)ping T2
  1. 1sole
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March 24, 2026

鮃píng(ping2)

The character 鮃 (píng) refers specifically to a type of flatfish known as sole, commonly found in marine environments. It is often used in culinary contexts, especially in discussions about seafood dishes or fishing. The term carries a nuance of delicacy and is associated with gourmet cooking in Chinese cuisine.

Strokes16Radical魚
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, fish is often associated with abundance and prosperity, especially during festive occasions. The specific mention of 鮃 in culinary settings highlights the importance of fresh seafood in traditional Chinese cuisine.

Memory tip

Imagine a flat fish sliding smoothly across the ocean floor, resembling the flat shape of the character 鮃. The top part of the character, 魚 (fish), signifies its aquatic nature, while the bottom part, 斤, can remind you of the weight of fish being sold in markets, making it easier to remember its pronunciation (píng) and meaning.

Meanings of 鮃

píng(ping2)
1sole
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About 鮃

鮃Simplified
16Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

When using 鮃, be aware that it is more formal and specific than just saying 'fish' (鱼). It is commonly collocated with terms related to cooking and dishes, such as 清蒸 (steamed) or 炸 (fried). A common mistake is to confuse it with other types of flatfish; be sure to use 鮃 when referring specifically to sole.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鮃 is not included in the HSK levels, it is beneficial for learners who are expanding their vocabulary in seafood or culinary contexts. Students should focus on related terms and cooking methods to enhance their understanding and usage of this character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鮃 with other fish characters like 鱼 (yú), which is a general term for fish. For example, saying '我吃了鱼' (wǒ chīle yú) when referring to 鮃 specifically would be incorrect; it should be '我吃了鮃'.

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Etymology of 鮃

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

Semantic (meaning)魚
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Phonetic (sound)平
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Origin

鮃 = 魚 + 平. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鮃

IDS Structure⿰魚平
鮃Full character
=
魚yu2
left
平Ping2
right
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How to say sole in Chinese

“sole” in Chinese is鮃píng

The character 鮃 (píng) refers specifically to a type of flatfish known as sole, commonly found in marine environments. It is often used in culinary contexts, especially in discussions about seafood dishes or fishing. The term carries a nuance of delicacy and is associated with gourmet cooking in Chinese cuisine.

When to use 鮃

When using 鮃, be aware that it is more formal and specific than just saying 'fish' (鱼). It is commonly collocated with terms related to cooking and dishes, such as 清蒸 (steamed) or 炸 (fried). A common mistake is to confuse it with other types of flatfish; be sure to use 鮃 when referring specifically to sole.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鮃 with other fish characters like 鱼 (yú), which is a general term for fish. For example, saying '我吃了鱼' (wǒ chīle yú) when referring to 鮃 specifically would be incorrect; it should be '我吃了鮃'.

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Word Family of 鮃

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鲆píngsole鮃
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Characters with 鮃

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Frequently Asked Questions about 鮃

It specifically refers to sole, but in broader contexts, it might be confused with similar flatfish, so clarity is key.

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