Meanings of 猩
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AI Study Notes for 猩
猩 (xīng) vs 猩猩 (xīng xīng) — use 猩 for general reference to apes, while 猩猩 specifically refers to orangutans.
Imagine an orangutan swinging from tree branches, its bright red fur shining in the sun. The character 猩 has the radical for 'animal' (犭) on the left, indicating it refers to a living creature, while the right side resembles a human-like face, suggesting its intelligence and connection to humans.
This character is typically used in more formal contexts, such as biology or wildlife discussions. A common mistake is confusing 猩 with similar-sounding characters; ensure correct pronunciation and context to avoid mix-ups. It often collocates with terms like '猩猩' (xīngxīng) meaning 'orangutan.'
While 猩 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other animal-related words like 猫 (māo - cat) and 狗 (gǒu - dog). Focus on pronunciation, especially the tone, as it is critical for correct identification.
In Chinese culture, the orangutan is often seen as a symbol of intelligence and conservation efforts, particularly in the context of environmental protection campaigns. The character 猩 is sometimes used in literature to convey themes of nature and humanity's relationship with animals.
Learners often confuse 猩 with the character 星 (xīng - star) due to similar pronunciation. Remember that 猩 relates to animals, while 星 refers to celestial bodies.
Pronunciation of 猩
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Etymology of 猩
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 星 represents the sound.
animal
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Decomposition of 猩
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Grammar Patterns of 猩
猩 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我知道你研究黑____猩至今已有30年了。
I know that you'vebeen studying chimpanzees for thirty years now.
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Cultural Notes for 猩
In Chinese culture, the orangutan is often seen as a symbol of intelligence and conservation efforts, particularly in the context of environmental protection campaigns. The character 猩 is sometimes used in literature to convey themes of nature and humanity's relationship with animals.
Word Family of 猩
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Frequently Asked Questions about 猩
It is pronounced as 'xīng', with a high and level tone.
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