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孓 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
孓juémosquito larvax, 3 strokes, radical 子
jué(jue2)jue T2
  1. 1mosquito larva
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March 24, 2026

孓jué(jue2)

The character 孓 (jué) refers specifically to mosquito larvae, highlighting a stage in the life cycle of mosquitoes. It is rarely used in everyday conversation but can appear in scientific contexts or discussions related to ecology and pest control.

Strokes3Radical子
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine and pest management, mosquito larvae are often seen as a nuisance or health risk, especially in humid regions. This awareness reflects the historical importance of controlling pests in agricultural practices.

Memory Tip

Think of 孓 as a 'jué'ful little creature swimming in water, where '孑' suggests a lonely existence, similar to how larvae are often seen alone in stagnant water. Visualize a tiny mosquito larva wriggling around, reminding you of the character's meaning.

Meanings of 孓

jué(jue2)
1mosquito larva
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About 孓

孓Simplified
3Strokes
子Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is quite specific and might not be widely understood outside of entomology circles. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless discussing related ecological topics, as it may confuse those unfamiliar with the terminology.

HSK Study Tips

While 孓 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can help with other characters related to insects (like 蚊子, wénzi, meaning 'mosquito'). Focus on the context in which specific biological terms are used, and how they relate to everyday life.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 孓 with other characters related to insects or mispronounce it as 'jue' instead of the correct tone. Ensure to use it correctly in contexts discussing larvae rather than adult mosquitoes.

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Etymology of 孓

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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seed

Semantic (meaning)子
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Decomposition of 孓

IDS Structure子
孓Full Character
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子zi3
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How to say mosquito larva in Chinese

“mosquito larva” in Chinese is孓jué

The character 孓 (jué) refers specifically to mosquito larvae, highlighting a stage in the life cycle of mosquitoes. It is rarely used in everyday conversation but can appear in scientific contexts or discussions related to ecology and pest control.

When to use 孓

This character is quite specific and might not be widely understood outside of entomology circles. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless discussing related ecological topics, as it may confuse those unfamiliar with the terminology.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 孓 with other characters related to insects or mispronounce it as 'jue' instead of the correct tone. Ensure to use it correctly in contexts discussing larvae rather than adult mosquitoes.

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Word Family of 孓

Words Containing This Character2
孓juémosquito larva
孑孓mosquito larva
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Words with 孓

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Frequently Asked Questions about 孓

You might see it in scientific texts or discussions about mosquito control, for example, '在水中可以发现孓。' (In the water, mosquito larvae can be found.)

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