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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蘘rángwild gingern, 21 strokes, radical 艹
蘘ránga kind of wild gingerunknown, 21 strokes, radical 艹
ráng(rang2)rang T2
  1. 1wild ginger
  2. 2a kind of wild ginger
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March 24, 2026

蘘ráng(rang2)

蘘 (ráng) refers to 'wild ginger,' a plant known for its aromatic rhizome. It is commonly found in certain regions of China and is often used in traditional herbal medicine and cooking, particularly in dishes that require a fragrant and spicy flavor.

Strokes21Radical艹
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, various herbs, including wild ginger, are valued for their healing properties and are often incorporated into remedies for various ailments. This reflects the deep connection between nature and health in Chinese culture.

Memory tip

Imagine a wild ginger plant dancing in the wind, its long leaves resembling the '艹' radical on top, which indicates it is a plant. The '嚷' component below sounds like 'ráng,' helping you recall both the pronunciation and the meaning. Picture it adding a zesty kick to a dish, making it unforgettable.

Meanings of 蘘

ráng(rang2)
1wild ginger
2a kind of wild ginger
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About 蘘

蘘Simplified
21Strokes
艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 蘘 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in botanical or culinary contexts. Learners should be cautious with tones, as pronunciation errors can lead to misunderstandings. Note that 蘘 is more likely to be encountered in written texts than in spoken language.

HSK Study Tips

As 蘘 is not part of the official HSK levels, it is more specialized vocabulary. Learners should focus on understanding plant-related terminology and how to use it in context, particularly if they are studying traditional Chinese medicine or culinary arts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蘘 with other similar-sounding words, such as '嚷' (rāng, to shout). It's essential to remember that 蘘 specifically refers to a plant, while '嚷' is an action. Pay special attention to the context in which you use each word.

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Etymology of 蘘

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

herb

Semantic (meaning)艹
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Phonetic (sound)襄
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Origin

蘘 = 艹 + 襄. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 蘘

IDS Structure⿱艹襄
蘘Full character
=
艹cao3
top
襄Xiang1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say wild ginger in Chinese

“wild ginger” in Chinese is蘘ráng

蘘 (ráng) refers to 'wild ginger,' a plant known for its aromatic rhizome. It is commonly found in certain regions of China and is often used in traditional herbal medicine and cooking, particularly in dishes that require a fragrant and spicy flavor.

When to use 蘘

While 蘘 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in botanical or culinary contexts. Learners should be cautious with tones, as pronunciation errors can lead to misunderstandings. Note that 蘘 is more likely to be encountered in written texts than in spoken language.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 蘘 with other similar-sounding words, such as '嚷' (rāng, to shout). It's essential to remember that 蘘 specifically refers to a plant, while '嚷' is an action. Pay special attention to the context in which you use each word.

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Word Family of 蘘

Words containing this character1
蘘ránga kind of wild ginger

Frequently asked questions about 蘘

蘘 specifically refers to wild ginger, which has different culinary and medicinal properties compared to cultivated ginger.

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