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March 24, 2026
鹉(鵡)wǔ(wu3)
The character 鹉 (wǔ) refers specifically to a species of parrot, commonly known for its ability to mimic sounds and human speech. It is often associated with companionship and is a popular pet in many cultures due to its vibrant colors and social nature.
Strokes13Radical鸟Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, parrots are often seen as symbols of good luck and happiness. They are featured in traditional art and are sometimes given as gifts to symbolize fidelity and companionship.
Memory Tip
Imagine a colorful parrot sitting on a perch, saying 'Woo!' to greet you. The character 鹉 contains the radical for bird (鸟), which emphasizes its avian nature, while the pronunciation 'wǔ' can remind you of the sounds a parrot makes.
Meanings of 鹉
wǔ(wu3)
1species of parrot
2parrot
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About 鹉
鹉Simplified
鵡Traditional
13Strokes
鸟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 鹉
Quick Contrast
鹦鹉 (yīngwǔ) refers to a parrot species that is often larger and more colorful than 鹉 (wǔ), typically used in a broader context for various parrots.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a colorful parrot sitting on a perch, saying 'Woo!' to greet you. The character 鹉 contains the radical for bird (鸟), which emphasizes its avian nature, while the pronunciation 'wǔ' can remind you of the sounds a parrot makes.
Usage Notes
When discussing pets, 鹉 is often used informally, while in more formal contexts, you might refer to specific parrot species. A common mistake is confusing it with other bird characters, such as 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird'.
HSK Study Tips
Although 鹉 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it is useful to recognize it alongside related animal characters. Focus on the radical component 鸟 to help identify similar animal-related vocabulary at all levels.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, parrots are often seen as symbols of good luck and happiness. They are featured in traditional art and are sometimes given as gifts to symbolize fidelity and companionship.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鹉 with other bird-related characters, such as 鸟 (niǎo). For example, saying '我有一只鸟' (I have a bird) when they actually mean 'I have a parrot' should be corrected to '我有一只鹉'.
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Grammar Patterns of 鹉
鹉 carries 2 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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一群绿鹦____从杉木林里疾速飞出。
A flight of green parrots shot out of the cedar forest.
Example Sentences for 鹉 (4)
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1
一群绿鹦鹉从杉木林里疾速飞出。
yī qún lǜ yīng wǔ cóng shān mù lín lǐ jí sù fēi chū。
A flight of green parrots shot out of the cedar forest.
2
鹦鹉尖声叫了叫飞走了。
yīng wǔ jiān shēng jiào le jiào fēi zǒu le。
The parrot squawked and flew away.
3
鹦鹉听后立刻急促地叫道:“八个 里亚尔!
yīng wǔ tīng hòu lì kè jí cù dì jiào dào:“ :“ bā gè lǐ!
And the parrot would say , with great rapidity ,'Pieces of eight!
4
鹦鹉把我的手指?得很疼.
yīng wǔ bǎ wǒ de shǒu zhǐ? ? dé hěn.
The parrot gave me a sharp peck on the finger.
Cultural Notes for 鹉
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, parrots are often seen as symbols of good luck and happiness. They are featured in traditional art and are sometimes given as gifts to symbolize fidelity and companionship.
Word Family of 鹉
Words Containing This Character5
鹦鹉parrot鸚鵡
鹉wǔparrot鵡
鹦鹉螺nautilus鸚鵡螺
鹦鹉学舌to parrot鸚鵡學舌
鹦鹉热psittacosis鸚鵡熱
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Compound Meaning
What does 鹦鹉 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 鹉
While 鹉 specifically refers to parrots, 鸟 is a general term for any bird.
Yes, but it is often best to specify the type of parrot when necessary for clarity.
It may not come up frequently unless discussing pets or specific bird species.
