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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
獍jìngthe Manchurian tigerzg, 14 strokes, radical 犭
獍jìnga mythical animal that eats its motherunknown, 14 strokes, radical 犭
jìng(jing4)jing T4
  1. 1the Manchurian tiger
  2. 2a mythical animal that eats its mother
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March 24, 2026

獍jìng(jing4)

獍 (jìng) refers to the Manchurian tiger, a majestic creature symbolizing strength and ferocity. Additionally, it can also denote a mythical animal known for its unusual behavior of consuming its mother, representing themes of nature's brutality and survival.

Strokes14Radical犭
Cultural note

In Chinese folklore, the concept of mythical creatures often reflects moral lessons or natural phenomena, with the獍 representing the harsh realities of nature and the survival instinct inherent in all living beings.

Memory tip

Imagine a fierce tiger prowling through the forest, its sharp claws gripping the ground. The character 獍 resembles a tiger (the radical 犭, meaning 'dog' or 'animal') with a sense of ferocity in its stance, while the sound 'jìng' can remind you of 'jingling' claws as it hunts.

Meanings of 獍

jìng(jing4)
1the Manchurian tiger
2a mythical animal that eats its mother
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獍Simplified
14Strokes
犭Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its specific context; using it without understanding its mythical connotation could lead to misunderstandings. It's often paired with other animal-related terms.

HSK Study Tips

獍 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, making it an advanced term for students. Focus on the radicals and meanings of related animal characters like 狼 (wolf) or 虎 (tiger) to build connections.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 獍 with other animal characters like 狼 (wolf) or 虎 (tiger). For example, saying '我喜欢獍' (I like the tiger) instead of '我喜欢虎' (I like the tiger) is incorrect, as 獍 is not a commonly appreciated animal.

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Etymology of 獍

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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animal

Semantic (meaning)犭
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Phonetic (sound)竟
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Origin

獍 = 犭 + 竟. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 獍

IDS Structure⿰犭竟
獍Full character
=
犭quan3
left
竟jing4
right
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Parts

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How to say the Manchurian tiger in Chinese

“the Manchurian tiger” in Chinese is獍jìng

獍 (jìng) refers to the Manchurian tiger, a majestic creature symbolizing strength and ferocity. Additionally, it can also denote a mythical animal known for its unusual behavior of consuming its mother, representing themes of nature's brutality and survival.

When to use 獍

This term is quite formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its specific context; using it without understanding its mythical connotation could lead to misunderstandings. It's often paired with other animal-related terms.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 獍 with other animal characters like 狼 (wolf) or 虎 (tiger). For example, saying '我喜欢獍' (I like the tiger) instead of '我喜欢虎' (I like the tiger) is incorrect, as 獍 is not a commonly appreciated animal.

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Word Family of 獍

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獍jìnga mythical animal that eats its mother

Frequently asked questions about 獍

It represents a mythical animal that is known for consuming its mother, reflecting themes of survival and nature's brutality.

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