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March 24, 2026
羍dá(da2)
The character 羍 (dá) refers to a little lamb, specifically a young sheep. It is often used in contexts relating to farming, animals, or as a symbol of innocence and gentleness in literature and art.
Strokes9Radical羊Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, lambs are often associated with purity and gentleness, making them popular in children's stories and folklore.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 羍 as a small, fluffy sheep jumping playfully in a field. The radical 羊 (yáng), which means 'sheep', is a key component, while the shape gives a sense of something small and cute, reminiscent of a little lamb.
Meanings of 羍
dá(da2)
1little lamb
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羍Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 羍
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 羍 as a small, fluffy sheep jumping playfully in a field. The radical 羊 (yáng), which means 'sheep', is a key component, while the shape gives a sense of something small and cute, reminiscent of a little lamb.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 羍 with other sheep-related characters like 羊 (yáng), which refers to adult sheep. Use 羍 in informal contexts when talking about young or cute animals, as it may not be suitable for formal writing.
HSK Study Tips
Though not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, 羍 is related to other animal characters. Students should focus on recognizing the sheep radical and understanding its context in animal-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, lambs are often associated with purity and gentleness, making them popular in children's stories and folklore.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 羍 with 羊 (yáng) and may mistakenly use 羍 when referring to adult sheep. Remember to use 羍 specifically for young lambs.
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