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March 24, 2026
鸪(鴣)gū(gu1)
The character 鸪 (gū) refers specifically to a species of pigeon found in Taiwan, often associated with the partridge family. It is commonly used in discussions about avian life and can appear in literature and poetry, symbolizing peace or tranquility due to its gentle nature.
Strokes10Radical鸟Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birds often symbolize freedom and peace. The 鸪, being a gentle pigeon, represents these ideals and is sometimes featured in traditional poetry and art.
Memory Tip
Imagine a gentle pigeon (鸪) cooing softly in a peaceful park. The character looks like a bird with a round body and a small head, reminding you of a pigeon perched quietly. The 'gū' sounds like the soft cooing of a bird, making it easier to remember.
Meanings of 鸪
gū(gu1)
1species of Taiwan pigeon
2partridge
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About 鸪
鸪Simplified
鴣Traditional
10Strokes
鸟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 鸪
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a gentle pigeon (鸪) cooing softly in a peaceful park. The character looks like a bird with a round body and a small head, reminding you of a pigeon perched quietly. The 'gū' sounds like the soft cooing of a bird, making it easier to remember.
Usage Notes
This character is quite specific and may not be widely used in everyday conversation. Be mindful of the context when using it, as it may come off as overly formal or literary in casual settings. Collocates well with words related to birds or nature.
HSK Study Tips
Although 鸪 is not an HSK level character, understanding it can enrich vocabulary related to animals, especially birds. Students should focus on its pronunciation and context to differentiate it from more common bird-related terms.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birds often symbolize freedom and peace. The 鸪, being a gentle pigeon, represents these ideals and is sometimes featured in traditional poetry and art.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鸪 with other bird-related characters, such as 鸟 (niǎo, bird) or 鸽 (gē, pigeon). For example, saying '我看到鸽' instead of '我看到鸪' when referring to a Taiwan pigeon would be incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 鸪
鸪 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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Complete the Sentence
猎人派一名赶猎助手上前把鹧____从隐蔽处赶出来.
The huntsman sent a beater ahead to scare out the partridge.
The huntsman sent a beater ahead to scare out the partridge.
Cultural Notes for 鸪
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, birds often symbolize freedom and peace. The 鸪, being a gentle pigeon, represents these ideals and is sometimes featured in traditional poetry and art.
Word Family of 鸪
Words Containing This Character2
鹧鸪partridge鷓鴣
鸪gūpartridge鴣
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Compound Meaning
What does 鹧鸪 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 鸪
鸪 is part of the larger family of pigeons and birds like partridges or the Francolinus genus.
No, it is more often found in literature and specific discussions about birds.
