unknown, 8 strokes, radical 刂, rank #10755, Very Hard
剁
duò
to chop off (sb's hand etc)
unknown, 8 strokes, radical 刂, rank #10755, Very Hard
duò(duo4) T4
1to chop by pounding, to hash, to mince
2to chop up (meat etc)
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March 24, 2026
剁duò(duo4)
The character 剁 (duò) means to chop or mince something by pounding. It is commonly used in cooking contexts, especially when referring to chopping meat or vegetables into smaller pieces. Additionally, it can imply a more drastic action, such as chopping off a hand, which adds a nuance of severity to its usage.
Strokes8Radical刂Frequency#10755DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cuisine, the technique of 剁 is essential for preparing certain dishes, such as minced meat for dumplings. It reflects the importance of texture and preparation methods in Chinese cooking.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef vigorously pounding meat with a heavy cleaver, making a rhythmic 'duò' sound with each chop. The radical 刀 (dāo) for 'knife' appears in 剁, linking it directly to the action of chopping.
Meanings of 剁
duò(duo4)
1to chop by pounding, to hash, to mince
2to chop up (meat etc)
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About 剁
剁Simplified
8Strokes
刂Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 剁
Quick Contrast
剁 (duò) vs 切 (qiē) — use 剁 when emphasizing a forceful chopping action, while 切 is used for more precise cutting.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef vigorously pounding meat with a heavy cleaver, making a rhythmic 'duò' sound with each chop. The radical 刀 (dāo) for 'knife' appears in 剁, linking it directly to the action of chopping.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 剁 with 切 (qiē), which means to cut without the pounding action. Generally, 剁 is used in informal contexts, particularly in cooking. Remember to use it with the right objects, as in '剁肉' (chop meat) or '剁手' (chop off a hand).
HSK Study Tips
While 剁 is not officially in the HSK curriculum, it can help students understand related cooking vocabulary. Focus on how it connects with other cooking terms in Chinese, such as 切 (qiē) and 削 (xiāo).
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese cuisine, the technique of 剁 is essential for preparing certain dishes, such as minced meat for dumplings. It reflects the importance of texture and preparation methods in Chinese cooking.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 剁 with 切 (qiē). For example, saying '我切肉' (I cut meat) instead of '我剁肉' (I chop meat) may lead to misunderstandings about the cooking method being used.
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Grammar Patterns of 剁
剁 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我们把鸡____成块煮汤 吧.
Let's cut up the chicken and make some soup.
Example Sentences for 剁 (2)
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1
我们把鸡剁成块煮汤 吧.
wǒ mén bǎ jī duò chéng kuài zhǔ tāng.
Let's cut up the chicken and make some soup.
2
把原料细细剁碎后和在一起。
bǎ yuán liào xì xì duò suì hòu hé zài yī qǐ。
Chop the ingredients finely and mix them together.
Cultural Notes for 剁
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese cuisine, the technique of 剁 is essential for preparing certain dishes, such as minced meat for dumplings. It reflects the importance of texture and preparation methods in Chinese cooking.
Word Family of 剁
Words Containing This Character2
剁duòto chop up (meat etc)
剁碎to mince
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Compound Meaning
What does 剁 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 剁
No, 剁 specifically refers to chopping by pounding, usually with a heavy knife or cleaver, not for all cutting methods.
Yes, but it is more commonly associated with meat. For vegetables, 切 (qiē) might be more appropriate.
剁手 literally means 'chop off a hand,' and it is often used metaphorically to describe severe punishment.
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