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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鼽qiúsclogged nosex, 16 strokes, radical 鼻
鼽qiúcongested noseunknown, 16 strokes, radical 鼻
qiú(qiu2)qiu T2
  1. 1sclogged nose
  2. 2congested nose
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March 24, 2026

鼽qiú(qiu2)

The character 鼽 (qiú) refers to a congested or clogged nose, often associated with conditions like a cold or allergies. It is commonly used in medical contexts or discussions about health, particularly regarding respiratory issues.

Strokes16Radical鼻
Cultural note

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the health of the nose is closely linked to overall well-being, and a congested nose is often seen as a sign of internal imbalance. Treatment may involve herbal remedies or acupuncture.

Memory tip

Imagine a nose that is so stuffed it resembles a clogged pipe, making a 'qiú' sound as air struggles to get through. The shape of the character 鼽 looks somewhat like a nose with a blockage, helping you remember its meaning.

Meanings of 鼽

qiú(qiu2)
1sclogged nose
2congested nose
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About 鼽

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

Be careful not to confuse 鼽 with other words related to the nose, such as 鼻 (bí), which means 'nose' itself. This term is more formal and may not be commonly used in casual conversation, where simpler terms like 鼻塞 (bísāi) might be preferred.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鼽 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your medical vocabulary. Students should focus on related terms for respiratory issues, like 感冒 (gǎnmào, cold) and 咳嗽 (késou, cough).

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鼽 with 鼻 (bí), thinking they mean the same thing. Remember, 鼽 specifically refers to congestion, while 鼻 simply means 'nose'.

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Etymology of 鼽

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

nose

Semantic (meaning)鼻
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Phonetic (sound)九
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Origin

鼽 = 鼻 + 九. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鼽

IDS Structure⿰鼻九
鼽Full character
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鼻bi2
left
九jiu3
right
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Parts

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How to say sclogged nose in Chinese

“sclogged nose” in Chinese is鼽qiú

The character 鼽 (qiú) refers to a congested or clogged nose, often associated with conditions like a cold or allergies. It is commonly used in medical contexts or discussions about health, particularly regarding respiratory issues.

When to use 鼽

Be careful not to confuse 鼽 with other words related to the nose, such as 鼻 (bí), which means 'nose' itself. This term is more formal and may not be commonly used in casual conversation, where simpler terms like 鼻塞 (bísāi) might be preferred.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鼽 with 鼻 (bí), thinking they mean the same thing. Remember, 鼽 specifically refers to congestion, while 鼻 simply means 'nose'.

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Word Family of 鼽

Words containing this character1
鼽qiúcongested nose

Frequently asked questions about 鼽

It is pronounced as 'qiú'.

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