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丌 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
tablezg, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
surname Jiunknown, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
archaic variant of 其[qi2]unknown, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
tablezg, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
surname Jiunknown, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
archaic variant of 其[qi2]unknown, 3 strokes, radical 一, Very Hard
(Ji1)
primary
T1
  1. 1table
  2. 2archaic variant of 其[qi2]
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March 24, 2026
(Ji1)

The character 丌 (jī) has multiple meanings, including 'table' and serves as an archaic variant of the character 其 (qí), which means 'his/her' or 'its'. Additionally, it can also refer to the surname Ji. This character is less commonly used in modern Mandarin and may appear in historical texts or specific contexts.

Strokes3RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The character 丌 appears in some ancient Chinese texts, reflecting the evolution of the language over time. Its association with the surname Ji connects to notable historical figures in Chinese history, adding cultural significance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a small table (which the character represents) with legs that resemble the two horizontal strokes of 丌. Think of the sound 'jī' as the sound of a table being set for a meal, with 'ji' standing for 'table'. Visualizing a scene where friends gather around this table can help you remember its meaning.

Meanings of 丌

(Ji1)
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1table
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About 丌

Simplified
3Strokes
Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 丌

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a small table (which the character represents) with legs that resemble the two horizontal strokes of 丌. Think of the sound 'jī' as the sound of a table being set for a meal, with 'ji' standing for 'table'. Visualizing a scene where friends gather around this table can help you remember its meaning.

Usage Notes

While 丌 is not frequently used in contemporary language, learners may encounter it in historical or literary contexts. Be cautious not to confuse it with its more common variant 其 (qí), which has different meanings. Use 丌 primarily in discussions related to classical texts or when referring to the surname Ji.

HSK Study Tips

This character is not included in the HSK levels, but understanding it can enhance your appreciation of classical literature. Focus on how 丌 interacts with more commonly used characters like 其 (qí) to develop a deeper understanding of historical texts.

Cultural Note

The character 丌 appears in some ancient Chinese texts, reflecting the evolution of the language over time. Its association with the surname Ji connects to notable historical figures in Chinese history, adding cultural significance.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 丌 in place of 其 (qí), leading to confusion. For example, saying '丌是我的' (jī shì wǒ de) instead of '其是我的' (qí shì wǒ de) would be incorrect.

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Pronunciation of 丌

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Etymology of 丌

Formation TypePictographic 象形
六书 ClassificationPictograph (象形字)~4% of characters
Memory Hint

A table

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 丌?

Decomposition of 丌

IDS Structure⿱一?
Full Character
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yi1
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Cultural Notes for 丌

🏮Cultural insight

The character 丌 appears in some ancient Chinese texts, reflecting the evolution of the language over time. Its association with the surname Ji connects to notable historical figures in Chinese history, adding cultural significance.

Word Family of 丌

Words Containing This Character1
surname Ji
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Compound Meaning

What does 丌 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 丌

No, 丌 is considered archaic and is rarely used in contemporary language.