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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鯕qíray-finned fish; Coryphaena hippurusx, 19 strokes, radical 魚
qí(qi2)qi T2
  1. 1ray-finned fish; Coryphaena hippurus
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March 24, 2026

鯕qí(qi2)

The character 鯕 (qí) refers to a type of ray-finned fish, specifically the Coryphaena hippurus, commonly known as the mahi-mahi or dolphinfish. This fish is notable for its vibrant colors and is often found in warm oceanic waters, making it a popular choice in culinary contexts and fishing discussions.

Strokes19Radical魚
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, fish are symbols of abundance and prosperity, particularly during celebrations like the Lunar New Year. The consumption of fish, including 鯕, is common in festive dishes as it signifies surplus and good fortune.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'key' (sounds like 'qí') unlocking a treasure chest filled with colorful fish. The radical 魚 (yú) means fish, reminding you that 鯕 is a type of fish, while the unique structure visually resembles a fish swimming in the ocean.

Meanings of 鯕

qí(qi2)
1ray-finned fish; Coryphaena hippurus
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About 鯕

鯕Simplified
19Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is primarily used in formal contexts, such as scientific literature or discussions related to marine biology. Be cautious with pronunciation, as tone errors can lead to misunderstandings with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鯕 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other aquatic-related words in the same level. Focus on the radical 魚 (fish) to identify similar characters, enhancing your understanding of marine terminology.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鯕 with similar characters like 魚 (fish) or 鯉 (carp). For example, saying 鯕 when you mean 魚 would be incorrect; always ensure you are using the right character for the specific type of fish.

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Etymology of 鯕

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)其
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Origin

鯕 = 魚 + 其. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鯕

IDS Structure⿰魚其
鯕Full character
=
魚yu2
left
其qi2
right
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Parts

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How to say ray-finned fish; Coryphaena hippurus in Chinese

“ray-finned fish; Coryphaena hippurus” in Chinese is鯕qí

The character 鯕 (qí) refers to a type of ray-finned fish, specifically the Coryphaena hippurus, commonly known as the mahi-mahi or dolphinfish. This fish is notable for its vibrant colors and is often found in warm oceanic waters, making it a popular choice in culinary contexts and fishing discussions.

When to use 鯕

This character is primarily used in formal contexts, such as scientific literature or discussions related to marine biology. Be cautious with pronunciation, as tone errors can lead to misunderstandings with similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鯕 with similar characters like 魚 (fish) or 鯉 (carp). For example, saying 鯕 when you mean 魚 would be incorrect; always ensure you are using the right character for the specific type of fish.

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Word Family of 鯕

Words containing this character1
鲯qídorado鯕
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Frequently asked questions about 鯕

It refers to a type of ray-finned fish known as the mahi-mahi or dolphinfish.

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