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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鸊pìa kind of duck; Podiceps ruficoluszg, 24 strokes, radical 鳥
pì(pi4)pi T4
  1. 1a kind of duck; Podiceps ruficolus
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March 24, 2026

鸊pì(pi4)

The character 鸊 (pì) refers to a specific type of duck known as the red-necked grebe, scientifically classified as Podiceps ruficolus. This bird is notable for its distinctive features and is often found in freshwater environments. In Chinese culture, the term may arise in contexts related to nature, bird watching, or discussions of wildlife.

Strokes24Radical鳥
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, birds often symbolize various virtues and themes, such as freedom and beauty. The 鸊 can be associated with natural settings where tranquility and harmony with nature are valued, reflecting traditional appreciation for wildlife.

Memory tip

Imagine a duck with a 'p' for 'paddle' and a 'i' for 'in water'. Visualize it paddling gracefully in a lake, its red neck standing out. The character 鸊 looks like a duck gliding on water, helping you remember its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 鸊

pì(pi4)
1a kind of duck; Podiceps ruficolus
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About 鸊

鸊Simplified
24Strokes
鳥Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Usage of 鸊 is quite specific and may not be common in everyday conversation; it is more likely to appear in environmental or ornithological contexts. Be cautious of the tones; the character is pronounced with a falling tone (pì), which is different from other similar-sounding words with different meanings.

HSK Study Tips

As a character not typically included in HSK levels, 鸊 may not be directly relevant to standard vocabulary lists. However, learners should focus on recognizing it in texts related to wildlife or nature. Understanding this character can enhance your reading comprehension in specialized topics.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鸊 with similar-sounding characters that refer to different birds or animals. For example, using 鸊 when they mean another type of duck, like 鸭 (yā, meaning 'duck'), can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 鸊

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

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)辟
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Origin

鸊 = 鳥 + 辟. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鸊

IDS Structure⿰辟鳥
鸊Full character
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辟bi4
left
鳥niao3
right
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Parts

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How to say a kind of duck; Podiceps ruficolus in Chinese

“a kind of duck; Podiceps ruficolus” in Chinese is鸊pì

The character 鸊 (pì) refers to a specific type of duck known as the red-necked grebe, scientifically classified as Podiceps ruficolus. This bird is notable for its distinctive features and is often found in freshwater environments. In Chinese culture, the term may arise in contexts related to nature, bird watching, or discussions of wildlife.

When to use 鸊

Usage of 鸊 is quite specific and may not be common in everyday conversation; it is more likely to appear in environmental or ornithological contexts. Be cautious of the tones; the character is pronounced with a falling tone (pì), which is different from other similar-sounding words with different meanings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鸊 with similar-sounding characters that refer to different birds or animals. For example, using 鸊 when they mean another type of duck, like 鸭 (yā, meaning 'duck'), can lead to misunderstandings.

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鸊 refers to the red-necked grebe, a type of duck.

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