badger; a wild animal mentioned in a story by Lu Xun
x, 12 strokes, radical 犭, Very Hard
猹
chá
Badger-like wild animal
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 犭, Very Hard
chá(cha2) T2
1badger; a wild animal mentioned in a story by Lu Xun
2Badger-like wild animal
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March 24, 2026
猹chá(cha2)
The character 猹 (chá) refers to a badger, which is a wild animal known for its burrowing habits. In Chinese literature, it is often associated with a story by the writer Lu Xun, where it symbolizes certain societal critiques. Its usage is generally more literary than conversational.
Strokes12Radical犭Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Lu Xun's works, the badger symbolizes certain human behaviors and societal issues, reflecting the author's critical stance on society and culture in early 20th-century China. This makes the character significant in literary discussions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a badger digging in the ground, with its small, clawed paws resembling the character's left side (犭, meaning 'animal'). The 'cha' sound can remind you of 'chase,' as badgers often dig to chase after food underground.
Meanings of 猹
chá(cha2)
1badger; a wild animal mentioned in a story by Lu Xun
2Badger-like wild animal
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About 猹
猹Simplified
12Strokes
犭Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a badger digging in the ground, with its small, clawed paws resembling the character's left side (犭, meaning 'animal'). The 'cha' sound can remind you of 'chase,' as badgers often dig to chase after food underground.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 猹 (chá) with similar-sounding characters. This word is mostly used in literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation. It's also good to be aware of the tone, as using the wrong tone could lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although this character is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be linked to animals and nature vocabulary that students may encounter in texts. Focus on recognizing the character in stories and understanding its cultural significance.
Cultural Note
In Lu Xun's works, the badger symbolizes certain human behaviors and societal issues, reflecting the author's critical stance on society and culture in early 20th-century China. This makes the character significant in literary discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 猹 with other animal characters due to similar pronunciations or radicals, like 猫 (māo, cat) or 狼 (láng, wolf). Always double-check the context to ensure you are using the correct character.
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Cultural Notes for 猹
🏮Cultural insight
In Lu Xun's works, the badger symbolizes certain human behaviors and societal issues, reflecting the author's critical stance on society and culture in early 20th-century China. This makes the character significant in literary discussions.
Word Family of 猹
Words Containing This Character1
猹cháBadger-like wild animal
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Frequently Asked Questions about 猹
猹 is a badger, a burrowing wild animal.
You can find references to 猹 in the works of Lu Xun, particularly in his critiques of society.
No, 猹 is more prevalent in literary contexts than in everyday speech.
