(bound form, used in the names of birds of various biological families)
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 鸟, Very Hard
qú(qu2) T2
1mynah; Erithacus species (various)
2(bound form, used in the names of birds of various biological families)
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March 24, 2026
鸲(鴝)qú(qu2)
鸲 (qú) refers to a type of bird known as the mynah, which is part of various species in the Erithacus family. This character is often found in the names of different types of birds and is used in a biological context, particularly in ornithology.
Strokes10Radical鸟Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birds like the mynah are often appreciated for their ability to mimic sounds and speech, symbolizing cleverness and communication. They are also featured in poetry and art, representing freedom and beauty.
Memory Tip
Imagine a quirky mynah bird perched on a branch, its name sounding like 'Q' (the first letter of 'quaint') as it squawks. The character 鸲 resembles a bird with its wings spread wide, connecting the visual imagery of the character with the mynah it represents.
Meanings of 鸲
qú(qu2)
1mynah; Erithacus species (various)
2(bound form, used in the names of birds of various biological families)
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About 鸲
鸲Simplified
鴝Traditional
10Strokes
鸟Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 鸲
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a quirky mynah bird perched on a branch, its name sounding like 'Q' (the first letter of 'quaint') as it squawks. The character 鸲 resembles a bird with its wings spread wide, connecting the visual imagery of the character with the mynah it represents.
Usage Notes
鸲 is relatively formal and is mainly used in scientific or specialized contexts. Learners may confuse it with other bird names in Chinese, so it's important to remember its specific biological usage. Common collocations include bird names that incorporate 鸲.
HSK Study Tips
Although 鸲 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding this character can enhance your knowledge of animal names in Chinese. Focus on the phonetics and related bird names, as this will help you recognize patterns in naming conventions in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birds like the mynah are often appreciated for their ability to mimic sounds and speech, symbolizing cleverness and communication. They are also featured in poetry and art, representing freedom and beauty.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鸲 with other bird characters like 鸟 (niǎo), which generically means 'bird.' Be careful to use 鸲 only when referring to specific types of birds, particularly mynahs.
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Cultural Notes for 鸲
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, birds like the mynah are often appreciated for their ability to mimic sounds and speech, symbolizing cleverness and communication. They are also featured in poetry and art, representing freedom and beauty.
Word Family of 鸲
Words Containing This Character1
鸲qú(bound form, used in the names of birds of various biological families)鴝
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 鸲
鸲 refers to the mynah bird and is used in various scientific names for birds.
No, 鸲 is not commonly used in everyday speech and is more relevant in academic or ornithological discussions.
The correct pronunciation is 'qú' with a rising tone.
