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鰱 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鰱liánsilver carp, hypophthalmiathyszg, 21 strokes, radical 魚
lián(lian2) T2
  1. 1silver carp, hypophthalmiathys
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March 24, 2026

鰱lián(lian2)

The character 鰱 (lián) refers to the silver carp, a fish species commonly found in freshwater lakes and rivers in China. This fish is significant in culinary contexts, often used in traditional dishes and celebrated for its delicate flavor and nutritional value.

Strokes21Radical魚
Cultural Note

In Chinese cuisine, 鰱 (silver carp) is often featured in popular dishes, especially in regions like Hunan and Jiangsu, where fish dishes are staples of local gastronomy.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shiny silver carp swimming gracefully in a clear lake. The character 鰱 has the radical for fish (鱼) on the bottom, emphasizing its aquatic nature, while the top part resembles waves, suggesting a lively lake environment.

Meanings of 鰱

lián(lian2)
1silver carp, hypophthalmiathys
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About 鰱

鰱Simplified
21Strokes
魚Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 鰱

Quick Contrast

鲤 (lǐ, carp) - 鰱 (lián) specifically refers to silver carp, while 鲤 is a broader term for carp species.

Usage Notes

In casual conversation, 鰱 is often used when discussing fish dishes or fishing. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words or characters, as context is crucial for correct interpretation.

HSK Study Tips

While 鰱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to themes in Level 3 and 4, such as food and nature. Students should focus on expanding their vocabulary related to animals and culinary terms to enhance contextual understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鰱 with other fish characters, such as 鲤 (lǐ, carp) or 鲑 (xiān, salmon). Always ensure you are using the correct character based on the specific type of fish being referred to.

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Etymology of 鰱

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)連
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Case file: 鰱

  1. 1The meaning half魚 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half連 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayfish
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 鰱?

Decomposition of 鰱

IDS Structure⿰魚連
鰱Full Character
=
魚yu2
left
連lian2
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鰱?

How to say silver carp, hypophthalmiathys in Chinese

“silver carp, hypophthalmiathys” in Chinese is鰱lián

The character 鰱 (lián) refers to the silver carp, a fish species commonly found in freshwater lakes and rivers in China. This fish is significant in culinary contexts, often used in traditional dishes and celebrated for its delicate flavor and nutritional value.

When to use 鰱

In casual conversation, 鰱 is often used when discussing fish dishes or fishing. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words or characters, as context is crucial for correct interpretation.

鰱 or something close to it

鲤 (lǐ, carp) - 鰱 (lián) specifically refers to silver carp, while 鲤 is a broader term for carp species.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鰱 with other fish characters, such as 鲤 (lǐ, carp) or 鲑 (xiān, salmon). Always ensure you are using the correct character based on the specific type of fish being referred to.

Write 鰱

鰱

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Word Family of 鰱

Words Containing This Character2
鲢鱼silver carp鰱魚
鲢liánHypophthalmichthys moritrix鰱
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Compound Meaning

What does 鲢鱼 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鰱

它通常被蒸、煮或炖,并常常配以香料和调味料来增强味道。

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