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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
野生yěshēngwildHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #8487, Hard
野生yěshēngundomesticatedHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #8487, Hard
yěshēng(ye3sheng1)ye sheng T3
  1. 1wild
  2. 2undomesticated
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March 24, 2026

野生yěshēng(ye3sheng1)

The term '野生' (yěshēng) refers to organisms that live in their natural environment without human intervention or domestication. It is commonly used to describe plants and animals that grow or exist in the wild, as opposed to those that are cultivated or raised by humans. This word often appears in discussions about biodiversity, conservation, and natural habitats.

Strokes16Frequency#8487DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of '野生' is significant in discussions about traditional medicine, where many herbal remedies are sourced from wild plants. The idea of nature being untamed and untouched resonates with Chinese philosophies that value harmony with the natural world.

Memory Tip

Imagine a wild deer (野生动物) roaming freely in the forest. The character '野' resembles a field (the wild) combined with a house, suggesting that it is far from human habitation. '生' means life, evoking the idea of living freely in nature, making '野生' a vivid image of wildness and natural life.

Meanings of 野生

yěshēng(ye3sheng1)
1wild
2undomesticated
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野生Simplified
16Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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Quick Contrast

野生 (yěshēng) vs 驯养 (xùnyǎng): Use '野生' when referring to organisms in their natural state, while '驯养' specifically refers to those that have been domesticated or trained by humans.

Usage Notes

Learners should note that '野生' is typically used in a descriptive context and is more formal than colloquial terms for 'wild.' It is often paired with words like '动物' (animals) or '植物' (plants). Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing '野' could lead to confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

Although '野生' is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK level 3 by expanding vocabulary around nature and habitats. Focus on the pronunciation and context of usage with related words like '动物' (animals) and '植物' (plants) to enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '野生' with '家养' (domesticated), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '这是一种家养动物' (This is a wild animal) is incorrect; the correct term should be '这是一种野生动物' (This is a wild animal).

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Component Characters

野yěfield, open country; wilderness
HSK 611 strokes里
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生shēngto be born
HSK 45 strokes生
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How to say wild in Chinese

“wild” in Chinese is野生yěshēng

The term '野生' (yěshēng) refers to organisms that live in their natural environment without human intervention or domestication. It is commonly used to describe plants and animals that grow or exist in the wild, as opposed to those that are cultivated or raised by humans. This word often appears in discussions about biodiversity, conservation, and natural habitats.

When to use 野生

Learners should note that '野生' is typically used in a descriptive context and is more formal than colloquial terms for 'wild.' It is often paired with words like '动物' (animals) or '植物' (plants). Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing '野' could lead to confusion with other words.

野生 or something close to it

野生 (yěshēng) vs 驯养 (xùnyǎng): Use '野生' when referring to organisms in their natural state, while '驯养' specifically refers to those that have been domesticated or trained by humans.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '野生' with '家养' (domesticated), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '这是一种家养动物' (This is a wild animal) is incorrect; the correct term should be '这是一种野生动物' (This is a wild animal).

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