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March 24, 2026
蠛miè(mie4)
The character 蠛 (miè) refers to small flies or minute flies, often used in contexts related to insects or pests. It is not commonly used in everyday language, but may appear in specific discussions about entomology or agriculture.
Strokes20Radical虫Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, certain small flies are believed to have specific properties and uses, illustrating the significance of insects in Chinese culture and herbal practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tiny fly buzzing around your ear, making a 'miè' sound as it flits about. The character 蠛 has the insect radical 虫 (chóng), which symbolizes bugs or insects, helping you remember its meaning.
Meanings of 蠛
miè(mie4)
1small fly
2minute flies
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About 蠛
蠛Simplified
20Strokes
虫Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tiny fly buzzing around your ear, making a 'miè' sound as it flits about. The character 蠛 has the insect radical 虫 (chóng), which symbolizes bugs or insects, helping you remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively rare and might not be encountered frequently in casual conversation. Be cautious with pronunciation, as similar-sounding words could lead to misunderstandings. It's more common to use general terms for insects in everyday speech.
HSK Study Tips
While 蠛 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, studying it can enhance your understanding of specialized vocabulary related to nature and agriculture. Focus on the character's components to help remember its meaning.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, certain small flies are believed to have specific properties and uses, illustrating the significance of insects in Chinese culture and herbal practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 蠛 with more common insect-related words or mispronounce it as 'mie' instead of the correct 'miè'. Always remember to use the falling tone for clarity.
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Cultural Notes for 蠛
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, certain small flies are believed to have specific properties and uses, illustrating the significance of insects in Chinese culture and herbal practices.
Word Family of 蠛
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蠛mièminute flies
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蠛
No, 蠛 is a specific term for small flies and is not used in everyday language.
It is pronounced as 'miè', with a falling tone.
Yes, you might encounter characters like 虫 (insect) or 蚊 (mosquito) in similar contexts.
