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March 24, 2026
罌yīng(ying1)
The character 罌 (yīng) refers to a long-necked bottle or jar, commonly used for holding liquids. It is often associated with traditional Chinese pottery and can symbolize containment or preservation. You might encounter this term in contexts discussing traditional crafts or specific types of containers in Chinese culture.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, traditional pottery plays a significant role, and jars like 罌 are often used in tea ceremonies or to store valuable ingredients. The craftsmanship behind these containers reflects the artistry and cultural heritage of Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a long-necked bottle holding precious liquid, like a genie in a bottle. The character 罌 resembles a jar with a long neck, helping you remember its form. The 'yīng' part can remind you of 'young,' as in a young genie waiting to be released.
Meanings of 罌
yīng(ying1)
1long-necked bottle or jar
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a long-necked bottle holding precious liquid, like a genie in a bottle. The character 罌 resembles a jar with a long neck, helping you remember its form. The 'yīng' part can remind you of 'young,' as in a young genie waiting to be released.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 罌 with similar characters that describe other types of containers. This term is more formal and specific, so avoid using it in casual conversation about everyday bottles or jars. Common collocations include 罌粟 (yīngsù), meaning poppy, which connects to the historical use of such jars.
HSK Study Tips
While 罌 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of specialized terms in Chinese arts and crafts. Focus on the radicals and related characters to build a broader vocabulary around container types.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, traditional pottery plays a significant role, and jars like 罌 are often used in tea ceremonies or to store valuable ingredients. The craftsmanship behind these containers reflects the artistry and cultural heritage of Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 罌 with 瓶 (píng) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我有一个罌' (wǒ yǒu yī ge yīng) when they mean 'I have a bottle' should be corrected to '我有一个瓶' (wǒ yǒu yī ge píng).
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Cultural Notes for 罌
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In Chinese culture, traditional pottery plays a significant role, and jars like 罌 are often used in tea ceremonies or to store valuable ingredients. The craftsmanship behind these containers reflects the artistry and cultural heritage of Chinese society.
Word Family of 罌
Words Containing This Character2
罂粟poppy罌粟
罂yīngearthen jar with small mouth甖
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Frequently Asked Questions about 罌
The pronunciation is yīng, with a high and level tone.
It is not commonly used in daily conversation but may appear in discussions about traditional crafts.
罌 specifically refers to a long-necked jar, while others like 瓶 (píng) refer to more general types of bottles.
