unknown, 15 strokes, radical 齐, rank #87916, Very Hard
齑
jī
powdered or fragmentary
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 齐, rank #87916, Very Hard
jī(ji1) T1
1to smash into pieces, to pulverize; hash
2finely chopped meat or vegetables
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March 24, 2026
齑(齏)jī(ji1)
The character 齑 (jī) refers to the action of smashing or pulverizing something into small pieces. It is commonly used in culinary contexts to describe finely chopped meat or vegetables, often used in dishes that require ingredients to be broken down into smaller components for better texture and flavor integration.
Strokes15Radical齐Frequency#87916DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cooking, the technique of finely chopping ingredients is crucial for creating complex flavors in dishes like dumplings and stir-fries, making 齑 an important term in culinary practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef named Ji who is smashing ingredients into tiny bits with a giant hammer. The character 齑 looks like a chef's tool smashing down on food, reminding you of the action of pulverizing. The pronunciation 'jī' can be remembered by thinking of 'ji' as 'giddy' from excitement while creating a delicious dish.
Meanings of 齑
jī(ji1)
1to smash into pieces, to pulverize; hash
2finely chopped meat or vegetables
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About 齑
齑Simplified
齏Traditional
15Strokes
齐Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 齑
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef named Ji who is smashing ingredients into tiny bits with a giant hammer. The character 齑 looks like a chef's tool smashing down on food, reminding you of the action of pulverizing. The pronunciation 'jī' can be remembered by thinking of 'ji' as 'giddy' from excitement while creating a delicious dish.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 齑 with other similar-sounding words, so it’s important to pay attention to the context in which it is used. This term is more commonly found in informal cooking discussions rather than formal writing. Be careful with the tone, as mispronouncing 'jī' with a different tone can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
While 齑 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it relates to the culinary terms that may appear in the HSK 4-5 levels. Students should focus on other food-related words at this level and practice using 齑 in cooking contexts to reinforce its meaning.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cooking, the technique of finely chopping ingredients is crucial for creating complex flavors in dishes like dumplings and stir-fries, making 齑 an important term in culinary practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 齑 with the character 剁 (duò), which also means to chop but usually refers to a more forceful action. Remember that 齑 specifically emphasizes finely chopping or pulverizing.
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Cultural Notes for 齑
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese cooking, the technique of finely chopping ingredients is crucial for creating complex flavors in dishes like dumplings and stir-fries, making 齑 an important term in culinary practices.
Word Family of 齑
Words Containing This Character2
齑jīpowdered or fragmentary齏
齑粉fine powder齏粉
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What does 齑 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 齑
Common dishes include dumplings where the filling is made from finely chopped meat or vegetables.
You can say '我把肉齑得很细' which means 'I chopped the meat finely'.
It is primarily used in informal culinary contexts rather than formal writing.
