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鮨 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鮨qísushi; seasoned rice mixed with fishzg, 17 strokes, radical 魚
鮨qígrouper (Portuguese: garoupa)unknown, 17 strokes, radical 魚
鮨qíEpinephelus septemfasciatusunknown, 17 strokes, radical 魚
鮨yìsushi; seasoned rice mixed with fishzg, 17 strokes, radical 魚
鮨yìgrouper (Portuguese: garoupa)unknown, 17 strokes, radical 魚
鮨yìEpinephelus septemfasciatusunknown, 17 strokes, radical 魚
yì(yi4)yi
primary
T4
  1. 1sushi; seasoned rice mixed with fish
  2. 2grouper (Portuguese: garoupa)
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March 24, 2026

鮨yì(yi4)

鮨 (yì) refers primarily to sushi, which is seasoned rice typically paired with various types of fish. This term encapsulates both the dish and the cultural significance of sushi in Japanese cuisine, highlighting its popularity in modern dining contexts, especially in sushi restaurants.

Strokes17Radical魚
Cultural note

Sushi culture is significant in both Japan and increasingly in China, where sushi dining has become popular. The rise of sushi restaurants signifies a blending of culinary traditions, making 鮨 a representation of this cultural exchange.

Memory tip

Imagine a chef expertly preparing sushi, with a big 'YEE!' of excitement as they present a colorful platter. The character 鮨 has the fish radical 魚 (yú), reminding you of the fish component in sushi, while the 'Y' sound in 'YEE' helps you remember the pronunciation 'yì'.

Meanings of 鮨

yì(yi4)
primary
1sushi; seasoned rice mixed with fish
2grouper (Portuguese: garoupa)
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About 鮨

鮨Simplified
17Strokes
魚Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Be careful to use 鮨 specifically in contexts related to sushi, as it may not be recognized in more general discussions about fish. It is often seen in culinary contexts, so using it in formal dining discussions is appropriate. Avoid confusing it with other words for fish like 鱼 (yú).

HSK Study Tips

Although 鮨 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with food-related terms found in HSK levels 3-5, such as 饭 (fàn - rice) and 菜 (cài - dish). Students should focus on food vocabulary and phrases commonly used in restaurants.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鮨 with 鱼 (yú) and use it incorrectly in general discussions about fish. For example, saying '我喜欢鲜鱼' (Wǒ xǐhuān xiān yú - I like fresh sushi) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢鲜鮨' (Wǒ xǐhuān xiān yì).

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Etymology of 鮨

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

fish

Semantic (meaning)魚
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Phonetic (sound)旨
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Origin

鮨 = 魚 + 旨. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鮨

IDS Structure⿰魚旨
鮨Full character
=
魚yu2
left
旨zhi3
right
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Parts

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How to say sushi; seasoned rice mixed with fish in Chinese

“sushi; seasoned rice mixed with fish” in Chinese is鮨qí

鮨 (yì) refers primarily to sushi, which is seasoned rice typically paired with various types of fish. This term encapsulates both the dish and the cultural significance of sushi in Japanese cuisine, highlighting its popularity in modern dining contexts, especially in sushi restaurants.

When to use 鮨

Be careful to use 鮨 specifically in contexts related to sushi, as it may not be recognized in more general discussions about fish. It is often seen in culinary contexts, so using it in formal dining discussions is appropriate. Avoid confusing it with other words for fish like 鱼 (yú).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鮨 with 鱼 (yú) and use it incorrectly in general discussions about fish. For example, saying '我喜欢鲜鱼' (Wǒ xǐhuān xiān yú - I like fresh sushi) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢鲜鮨' (Wǒ xǐhuān xiān yì).

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Cultural Notes for 鮨

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In Western cultures, sushi is often seen as a trendy dish, whereas in Japan, it is a traditional culinary art with deep cultural roots and etiquette surrounding its consumption.

Word Family of 鮨

Words containing this character1
鮨yìsushi

Frequently Asked Questions about 鮨

鮨 specifically refers to sushi, which includes seasoned rice, while other terms like 鱼 (yú) refer to fish in general.

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