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猎
liè
hunting
vg, 11 strokes, radical 犭, rank #5419, Hard
猎
liè
hunting; field sports
vg, 11 strokes, radical 犭, rank #5419, Hard
liè(lie4)lie T4
1hunting
2hunting; field sports
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March 24, 2026
猎(獵)liè(lie4)
猎 (liè) refers to the act of hunting, particularly in the context of pursuing and capturing animals for sport or food. It can also imply engagement in field sports that involve hunting practices. This term is often used in discussions about wildlife management, conservation, and outdoor activities.
Strokes11Radical犭Frequency#5419DifficultyHard
Cultural note
Hunting has deep roots in Chinese history, with traditional practices often linked to survival and folklore. Today, hunting is regulated, and there are cultural discussions surrounding wildlife protection and conservation efforts.
Memory tip
Imagine a 'liar' (pronounced similarly to 'liè') dressed as a hunter in the woods, trying to 'lie in wait' for animals to pass by. The character 猎 depicts a hunter (the radical '犭' related to dogs or animals) and symbolizes the act of tracking and capturing.
Meanings of 猎
liè(lie4)
1hunting
2hunting; field sports
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About 猎
猎Simplified
獵Traditional
11Strokes
犭Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
#5419Frequency Rank
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狩 (shòu) — use 猎 (liè) for hunting with a focus on the act or sport, while 狩 (shòu) emphasizes the traditional or cultural aspects of hunting.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 猎 with related terms like 捕 (bǔ, to catch) or 狩 (shòu, to hunt in a more formal context). Use 猎 in informal contexts related to hunting or field sports. Be mindful of the fourth tone, as mispronouncing it may change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 猎 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects with vocabulary related to nature and activities like hunting. Students should focus on its usage in context and explore related terms such as 野生 (yěshēng, wild) or 捕猎 (bǔliè, to hunt).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 猎 with 捕 (bǔ), thinking they mean the same thing. For example, saying '我喜欢捕动物' (wǒ xǐhuān bǔ dòngwù) instead of '我喜欢猎动物' (wǒ xǐhuān liè dòngwù) can lead to misunderstandings.
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猎 = 犭 + 昔. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 猎
IDS Structure⿰犭昔
猎Full character
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犭quan3
left
昔Xi1
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How to say hunting in Chinese
“hunting” in Chinese is猎liè
猎 (liè) refers to the act of hunting, particularly in the context of pursuing and capturing animals for sport or food. It can also imply engagement in field sports that involve hunting practices. This term is often used in discussions about wildlife management, conservation, and outdoor activities.
When to use 猎
Common mistakes include confusing 猎 with related terms like 捕 (bǔ, to catch) or 狩 (shòu, to hunt in a more formal context). Use 猎 in informal contexts related to hunting or field sports. Be mindful of the fourth tone, as mispronouncing it may change the meaning.
猎 or something close to it
狩 (shòu) — use 猎 (liè) for hunting with a focus on the act or sport, while 狩 (shòu) emphasizes the traditional or cultural aspects of hunting.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 猎 with 捕 (bǔ), thinking they mean the same thing. For example, saying '我喜欢捕动物' (wǒ xǐhuān bǔ dòngwù) instead of '我喜欢猎动物' (wǒ xǐhuān liè dòngwù) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar patterns of 猎
猎 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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诺曼征服之后，这片森林成为了皇家狩____区。
After the Norman Conquest the forest became a royal hunting preserve.
Pythons kill by tightening their coils so that their victim cannot breathe.
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Cultural Notes for 猎
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In Western cultures, hunting is often viewed as a recreational activity, while in China, it is more closely associated with survival and conservation debates, reflecting differing attitudes toward wildlife.
Word Family of 猎
Words containing this character20
猎lièhunting獵
猎人lièrénhunter獵人
猎物lièwùprey獵物
狩猎shòulièto hunt狩獵
打猎dǎlièto go hunting打獵
猎杀lièshāto kill (in hunting)獵殺
猎枪lièqiānghunting gun獵槍
猎犬lièquǎnhound獵犬
猎手lièshǒuhunter獵手
猎奇lièqíto hunt for novelty獵奇
猎户座lièhùzuòOrion (constellation)獵戶座
猎鹰lièyīngfalcon獵鷹
捕猎bǔlièhunting捕獵
猎狗liègǒuhunting dog獵狗
涉猎shèlièto dip into涉獵
猎取lièqǔto hunt獵取
猎捕lièbǔto hunt獵捕
猎豹lièbàocheetah獵豹
偷猎tōulièto poach偷獵
渔猎yúlièfig. to loot漁獵
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Words with 猎
What does 猎人 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 猎
The correct pronunciation is 'liè', with a falling tone.
While 猎 is primarily used informally, it can appear in formal discussions about wildlife management.
Common collocations include 猎人 (lièrén, hunter) and 狩猎 (shòuliè, hunting activities).
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