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㐆 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
㐆yǐnold form of 隱x, 6 strokes, radical 尸
㐆yǐncomponent in Chinese character 殷[yin1]x, 6 strokes, radical 尸
yǐn(yin3)yin T3
  1. 1old form of 隱
  2. 2component in Chinese character 殷[yin1]
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March 24, 2026

㐆yǐn(yin3)

The character 㐆 (yǐn) is an old form of the character 隱, which means 'to hide' or 'to conceal'. It also serves as a component in the characters 殷 (yīn), which is used to denote meanings related to darkness and depth. While not commonly used in modern Mandarin, understanding this character can help learners recognize historical or literary texts.

Strokes6Radical尸
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of hiding or concealment is often associated with wisdom and strategy, as seen in historical texts about military tactics. The character 隱, which 㐆 relates to, also appears in proverbs reflecting the value of discretion.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shadowy figure hiding behind a tree, representing the concept of concealment. The character 㐆 resembles a person slightly bent down, suggesting someone trying to hide. The pronunciation 'yǐn' can be remembered by thinking of 'in' as in 'hidden in the shadows'.

Meanings of 㐆

yǐn(yin3)
1old form of 隱
2component in Chinese character 殷[yin1]
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About 㐆

㐆Simplified
6Strokes
尸Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 㐆 with its more modern counterpart 隱, especially in writing or reading. This character is primarily used in literary contexts, so it is less common in everyday conversation. Remember to practice the proper tone, as mispronouncing 'yǐn' can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 㐆 is not part of the HSK curriculum, understanding it can provide insights into the evolution of characters at HSK Level 3 and above. Students should focus on recognizing it as a component in other characters like 殷 to enhance their vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly use 㐆 in place of 隱 in modern contexts, which would be incorrect. Instead, they should use 隱 for 'to hide' in everyday language.

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Etymology of 㐆

Decomposition of 㐆

IDS Structure⿻尸?
㐆Full Character
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尸shi1
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How to say old form of 隱 in Chinese

“old form of 隱” in Chinese is㐆yǐn

The character 㐆 (yǐn) is an old form of the character 隱, which means 'to hide' or 'to conceal'. It also serves as a component in the characters 殷 (yīn), which is used to denote meanings related to darkness and depth. While not commonly used in modern Mandarin, understanding this character can help learners recognize historical or literary texts.

When to use 㐆

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 㐆 with its more modern counterpart 隱, especially in writing or reading. This character is primarily used in literary contexts, so it is less common in everyday conversation. Remember to practice the proper tone, as mispronouncing 'yǐn' can change the meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners might mistakenly use 㐆 in place of 隱 in modern contexts, which would be incorrect. Instead, they should use 隱 for 'to hide' in everyday language.

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No, 㐆 is an archaic form and not commonly used in contemporary Chinese.

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