unknown, 20 strokes, radical 鱼, rank #35188, Very Hard
鳟
zūn
Taiwan pr. [zun4]
unknown, 20 strokes, radical 鱼, rank #35188, Very Hard
zūn(zun1) T1
1barbel
2trout
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March 24, 2026
鳟(鱒)zūn(zun1)
The character 鳟 (zūn) refers primarily to a type of fish known as trout. It is commonly used in discussions related to cooking, fishing, and the culinary arts. In Taiwan, it is pronounced as zùn, which can lead to some confusion in pronunciation for learners.
Strokes20Radical鱼Frequency#35188DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, fish is often a symbol of abundance and prosperity, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year. 鳟, as a freshwater fish, can be featured in various regional dishes, emphasizing its importance in local culinary traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a trout swimming gracefully in a river. The character 鳟 has a radical for fish (鱼) on the bottom, reminding you that it's a type of fish. The 'zūn' sounds like 'zoom,' as if the trout is zooming through the water, making it easier to remember.
Meanings of 鳟
zūn(zun1)
1barbel
2trout
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About 鳟
鳟Simplified
鱒Traditional
20Strokes
鱼Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 鳟
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a trout swimming gracefully in a river. The character 鳟 has a radical for fish (鱼) on the bottom, reminding you that it's a type of fish. The 'zūn' sounds like 'zoom,' as if the trout is zooming through the water, making it easier to remember.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using this word in casual conversation, as it may not be widely recognized outside specific contexts like fishing or culinary discussions. The pronunciation can easily be confused with similar-sounding words, so pay attention to tone when speaking.
HSK Study Tips
Although 鳟 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 words related to food and nature, such as 鱼 (fish) and 水 (water). Focus on recognizing the fish radical (鱼) to help you understand related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, fish is often a symbol of abundance and prosperity, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year. 鳟, as a freshwater fish, can be featured in various regional dishes, emphasizing its importance in local culinary traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鳟 with other fish names due to similar pronunciation, such as 鲶 (catfish) or 鲑 (salmon). Remember that 鳟 specifically refers to trout, which can help avoid mix-ups.
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Grammar Patterns of 鳟
鳟 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 3
Complete the Sentence
我们正餐吃____鱼好吗？
Shall we have trout for dinner?
Example Sentences for 鳟 (2)
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1
我们正餐吃鳟鱼好吗？
wǒ mén zhèng cān chī zūn yú hǎo ma？
Shall we have trout for dinner?
2
我们钓了一条鳟鱼,早饭时吃了.
wǒ mén diào le yī tiáo zūn yú, , zǎo fàn shí chī.
We hooked a trout and had it for breakfast.
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Shall we have trout for dinner?
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Cultural Notes for 鳟
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cuisine, fish is often a symbol of abundance and prosperity, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year. 鳟, as a freshwater fish, can be featured in various regional dishes, emphasizing its importance in local culinary traditions.
Word Family of 鳟
Words Containing This Character3
鳟鱼trout鱒魚
鳟zūntrout鱒
虹鳟rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)虹鱒
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Compound Meaning
What does 鳟鱼 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 鳟
In Taiwan, 鳟 is pronounced as 'zùn'.
No, 鳟 is more specialized and is mostly used in contexts related to fishing or culinary discussions.
鱼 (yú) is the general term for 'fish,' while 鳟 (zūn) specifically refers to trout.
