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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
蚧jièhorny toad; red-spotted lizardx, 10 strokes, radical 虫
蚧jièhorned toadunknown, 10 strokes, radical 虫
jiè(jie4)jie T4
  1. 1horny toad; red-spotted lizard
  2. 2horned toad
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March 24, 2026

蚧jiè(jie4)

The character 蚧 (jiè) refers to a type of horned lizard, specifically the horny toad or red-spotted lizard. These creatures are known for their distinctive body shape and spiny appearance, often found in arid environments. While not commonly discussed in everyday conversation, it may appear in biological contexts or discussions about wildlife.

Strokes10Radical虫
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, various lizards, including horned toads, are sometimes referenced for their supposed health benefits. This highlights the cultural significance of wildlife in Chinese herbal practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'horned' toad wearing a 'jacket' (jiè sounds like 'jacket') with spikes all over it. Visualize this quirky creature in a desert, where its appearance helps it blend into the environment, making it a memorable image to associate with the character 蚧.

Meanings of 蚧

jiè(jie4)
1horny toad; red-spotted lizard
2horned toad
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About 蚧

蚧Simplified
10Strokes
虫Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite specialized and may not be used frequently in everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious about using it in formal contexts where more common terms for reptiles or lizards are preferred. Additionally, ensure the pronunciation is correct, as it can be confused with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 蚧 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this word can enhance your knowledge of animal-related terms in Chinese. Focus on other animal names at your level to build a broader vocabulary in this area.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蚧 with other animal names that sound similar, such as 蛇 (shé), which means snake. Always double-check the context to ensure you are using the correct term.

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Etymology of 蚧

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

insect

Semantic (meaning)虫
+
Phonetic (sound)介
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Origin

蚧 = 虫 + 介. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 蚧

IDS Structure⿰虫介
蚧Full character
=
虫chong2
left
介jie4
right
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Parts

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How to say horny toad; red-spotted lizard in Chinese

“horny toad; red-spotted lizard” in Chinese is蚧jiè

The character 蚧 (jiè) refers to a type of horned lizard, specifically the horny toad or red-spotted lizard. These creatures are known for their distinctive body shape and spiny appearance, often found in arid environments. While not commonly discussed in everyday conversation, it may appear in biological contexts or discussions about wildlife.

When to use 蚧

This term is quite specialized and may not be used frequently in everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious about using it in formal contexts where more common terms for reptiles or lizards are preferred. Additionally, ensure the pronunciation is correct, as it can be confused with similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 蚧 with other animal names that sound similar, such as 蛇 (shé), which means snake. Always double-check the context to ensure you are using the correct term.

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Grammar patterns of 蚧

蚧 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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目的探讨蛤____防喘丸对支气管哮喘的治疗作用.

Objective : To approach the therapeutic action of Gejie Fangchuan pills in treating Asthma.

Example sentences for 蚧 (1)

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目的探讨蛤蚧防喘丸对支气管哮喘的治疗作用.

mùdì tàntǎo gé jiè fáng chuǎn wán duì zhī qìguǎn xiāo chuǎn de zhìliáo zuòyòng.

Objective : To approach the therapeutic action of Gejie Fangchuan pills in treating Asthma.

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Word Family of 蚧

Words containing this character2
蚧jiètokay gecko (Gekko gecko), used in TCM
蛤蚧tokay gecko (Gekko gecko), used in TCM
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Frequently asked questions about 蚧

蚧 (jiè) refers to the horny toad or red-spotted lizard.

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