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March 24, 2026
彞yí(yi2)
The character 彞 (yí) primarily refers to the Yi tribe, an ethnic group in China known for its distinct culture and traditions. Additionally, it can denote a 'tripod,' which is a three-legged stand often used in cooking or ceremonial contexts. The term also implies a sense of 'rule' or 'nature' in certain philosophical discussions.
Strokes18Radical彐Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The Yi tribe is one of China's 55 recognized ethnic minorities, known for their vibrant festivals and unique traditional garments, which reflect their rich cultural heritage.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'Y' shape standing on three legs like a tripod, representing the stability of the Yi tribe's culture. Visualize a wise elder from the Yi tribe explaining the nature of balance, connecting the form of the character with its meanings.
Meanings of 彞
yí(yi2)
1the Yi tribe; tripod; rule, nature
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About 彞
彞Simplified
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彐Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'Y' shape standing on three legs like a tripod, representing the stability of the Yi tribe's culture. Visualize a wise elder from the Yi tribe explaining the nature of balance, connecting the form of the character with its meanings.
Usage Notes
彞 is a rare character, often found in specific contexts such as cultural discussions about the Yi tribe. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters. It is more formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 彞 is not part of the HSK levels, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of ethnic diversity in China. Connect it to other characters related to cultures and tribes, and focus on how it fits within discussions of Chinese history.
Cultural Note
The Yi tribe is one of China's 55 recognized ethnic minorities, known for their vibrant festivals and unique traditional garments, which reflect their rich cultural heritage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 彞 with common characters like 意 (yì), meaning 'meaning' or 'intention.' It's important to remember that 彞 specifically relates to the Yi tribe and other cultural contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 彞
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The Yi tribe is one of China's 55 recognized ethnic minorities, known for their vibrant festivals and unique traditional garments, which reflect their rich cultural heritage.
Word Family of 彞
Words Containing This Character20
彝yíancient wine vessel彞
彝族Yi ethnic group彞族
凉山彝族自治州Liangshan Yi autonomous prefecture, Sichuan涼山彞族自治州
红河哈尼族彝族自治州Honghe Hani and Yi autonomous prefecture in Yunnan 雲南|云南紅河哈尼族彞族自治州
楚雄彝族自治州Chuxiong Yi autonomous prefecture in central Yunnan, capital Chuxiong city 楚雄市楚雄彞族自治州
威宁彝族回族苗族自治县Weining Yi, Hui and Miao autonomous county in Bijie prefecture 畢節地區|毕节地区[Bìjiédìqū], Guizhou威寧彞族回族苗族自治縣
彝良Yiliang county in Zhaotong 昭通[Zhāotōng], Yunnan彞良
彝良县Yiliang county in Zhaotong 昭通[Zhāotōng], Yunnan彞良縣
石林彝族自治县Shilin Yi autonomous county in Kunming 昆明[Kūnmíng], Yunnan石林彞族自治縣
宁蒗彝族自治县Ninglang Yizu Autonomous County in Lijiang 麗江|丽江[Lìjiāng], Yunnan寧蒗彞族自治縣
宁洱哈尼族彝族自治县formerly Pu'er Hani and Yi autonomous county寧洱哈尼族彞族自治縣
禄劝彝族苗族自治县Luquan Yi and Miao autonomous county in Kunming 昆明[Kūnmíng], Yunnan祿勸彞族苗族自治縣
巍山彝族回族自治县Weishan Yi and Hui autonomous county in Dali Bai autonomous prefecture 大理白族自治州[DàlǐBáizúzìzhìzhōu], Yunnan巍山彞族回族自治縣
寻甸回族彝族自治县Xundian Hui and Yi autonomous county in Kunming 昆明[Kūnmíng], Yunnan尋甸回族彞族自治縣
景谷傣族彝族自治县Jinggu Dai and Yi autonomous county in Pu'er 普洱[Pǔ'ěr], Yunnan景谷傣族彞族自治縣
普洱哈尼族彝族自治县former Pu'er Hani and Yi autonomous county in Yunnan, renamed in 2007 Ning'er Hani and Yi autonomous county 寧洱哈尼族彞族自治縣|宁洱哈尼族彝族自治县, capital Pu'er city 普洱市普洱哈尼族彞族自治縣
峨山彝族自治县Eshan Yizu autonomous county in Yuxi 玉溪[Yùxī], Yunnan峨山彞族自治縣
新平彝族傣族自治县Xinping Yi and Dai autonomous county in Yuxi 玉溪[Yùxī], Yunnan新平彞族傣族自治縣
南涧彝族自治县Nanjian Yizu autonomous county in Dali Bai autonomous prefecture 大理白族自治州[DàlǐBáizúzìzhìzhōu], Yunnan南澗彞族自治縣
元江哈尼族彝族傣族自治县Yuanjiang Hani, Yi and Dai autonomous county in Yuxi 玉溪[Yùxī], Yunnan元江哈尼族彞族傣族自治縣
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 彞
彞 is not commonly used in daily conversation, as it pertains more to cultural and historical contexts.
The pronunciation is 'yí', with a rising tone, similar to the word 'yee' in English.
Since 彞 is quite specific, it doesn't have direct synonyms but is related to discussions about the Yi tribe.
