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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鴣gūspecies of Taiwan pigeonx, 16 strokes, radical 鳥
gū(gu1)gu T1
  1. 1species of Taiwan pigeon
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March 24, 2026

鴣gū(gu1)

The character 鴣 (gū) refers to a specific species of pigeon found in Taiwan, known as the Taiwan Blue Pigeon. This bird is often associated with the island's rich biodiversity and is a symbol of its natural heritage. It is commonly used in discussions about wildlife conservation and ecological studies.

Strokes16Radical鳥
Cultural note

The 鴣 is significant in Taiwanese culture, where it symbolizes the rich ecosystem of the island and the importance of wildlife conservation. Efforts to protect the Taiwan Blue Pigeon reflect broader movements in Taiwan to preserve its unique natural heritage.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'gū' (sounds like 'goose') that is actually a beautiful blue pigeon flying over the lush landscapes of Taiwan. The character 鴣 has the radical for bird (鳥) on the left, reinforcing its connection to avian life. Visualize this pigeon against the backdrop of Taiwan to remember both its form and meaning.

Meanings of 鴣

gū(gu1)
1species of Taiwan pigeon
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About 鴣

鴣Simplified
16Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 鴣 is primarily used in formal contexts related to biology or conservation, it's not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is high and level, which can be confused with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include 鴣的栖息地 (habitat of the pigeon) and 鴣的保护 (protection of the pigeon).

HSK Study Tips

Although 鴣 is not an HSK word, it connects to vocabulary related to animals and nature, which is often found at HSK level 3 and higher. Focus on expanding your vocabulary related to wildlife and nature, as this will enhance your ability to discuss topics involving biodiversity.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鴣 with other bird-related characters due to similar sounds. For instance, saying '鸽' (gē, which means pigeon generally) instead of 鴣 is a common error. Remember that 鴣 specifically refers to the Taiwan Blue Pigeon.

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Etymology of 鴣

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

bird

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)古
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Origin

鴣 = 鳥 + 古. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鴣

IDS Structure⿰古鳥
鴣Full character
=
古Gu3
left
鳥niao3
right
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Parts

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How to say species of Taiwan pigeon in Chinese

“species of Taiwan pigeon” in Chinese is鴣gū

The character 鴣 (gū) refers to a specific species of pigeon found in Taiwan, known as the Taiwan Blue Pigeon. This bird is often associated with the island's rich biodiversity and is a symbol of its natural heritage. It is commonly used in discussions about wildlife conservation and ecological studies.

When to use 鴣

While 鴣 is primarily used in formal contexts related to biology or conservation, it's not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is high and level, which can be confused with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include 鴣的栖息地 (habitat of the pigeon) and 鴣的保护 (protection of the pigeon).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鴣 with other bird-related characters due to similar sounds. For instance, saying '鸽' (gē, which means pigeon generally) instead of 鴣 is a common error. Remember that 鴣 specifically refers to the Taiwan Blue Pigeon.

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Word Family of 鴣

Words containing this character2
鹧鸪partridge鷓鴣
鸪gūpartridge鴣
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Frequently asked questions about 鴣

鴣 refers to a species of pigeon native to Taiwan, known for its vibrant coloration.

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