unknown, 14 strokes, radical 犭, rank #64986, Very Hard
zhāng(zhang1) T1
1roebuck, hornless river deer
2river deer
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March 24, 2026
獐zhāng(zhang1)
The character 獐 (zhāng) refers to a specific type of deer, commonly known as the roebuck or hornless river deer. It is often used in contexts related to wildlife, nature, and sometimes hunting, depicting a gentle and elusive animal found near rivers.
Strokes14Radical犭Frequency#64986DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, animals like the roebuck are often associated with natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the importance of harmony with nature in traditional Chinese philosophy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'zhang' (sounds like 'zhāng') of deer gracefully leaping by a river. The character 獐 looks like a deer with its long legs and thin body, reminding you of its swift movements in the wild.
Meanings of 獐
zhāng(zhang1)
1roebuck, hornless river deer
2river deer
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About 獐
獐Simplified
14Strokes
犭Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'zhang' (sounds like 'zhāng') of deer gracefully leaping by a river. The character 獐 looks like a deer with its long legs and thin body, reminding you of its swift movements in the wild.
Usage Notes
This term is relatively formal and may not be used frequently in everyday conversation. Learners often confuse it with other animal names; be careful to use 獐 specifically when referring to this type of deer. Note that it is not interchangeable with more common terms for deer in general.
HSK Study Tips
While 獐 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other animal-related words that might appear at higher levels. Students should focus on character recognition and the context in which wildlife terms are used.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, animals like the roebuck are often associated with natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the importance of harmony with nature in traditional Chinese philosophy.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 獐 with other characters for deer, such as 鹿 (lù), which is a general term for deer. Ensure you use 獐 specifically when discussing the roebuck to avoid ambiguity.
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Cultural Notes for 獐
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, animals like the roebuck are often associated with natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the importance of harmony with nature in traditional Chinese philosophy.
Word Family of 獐
Words Containing This Character2
獐zhāngroebuck
香獐子musk deer (Moschus moschiferus)
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Compound Meaning
What does 獐 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 獐
It refers to a roebuck or hornless river deer.
No, it is more formal and often found in literature or discussions about wildlife.
