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雏 (chú) vs 幼 (yòu) — use 雏 specifically for young birds or chicks, while 幼 refers more broadly to young or immature beings.
Learners often confuse 雏 with other characters that refer to young animals, leading to incorrect usage in specific contexts. It is important to use this term in both informal and formal settings, particularly in discussions about nature or parenting. Common collocations include 雏鸟 (young bird) and 幼雏 (young fledgling).
Though 雏 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it is related to HSK Level 3 words like 鸟 (bird) and 幼 (young). Students should focus on recognizing how this character fits into the broader category of words related to animals and youth.
Learners sometimes confuse 雏 with 幼 (yòu), which also means young but is used more generally. For example, saying 幼鸟 instead of 雏鸟 is incorrect; the correct term is 雏鸟.
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Etymology of 雏
Phonosemantic compound. 隹 represents the meaning and 刍 represents the sound. Simplified form of 雛.
bird
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How to say chick, fledging; infant, toddler in Chinese
“chick, fledging; infant, toddler” in Chinese is雏
The character 雏 (chú) refers to a young bird, especially a chick or fledgling that has not yet developed fully. It is commonly used to describe not only young birds but also, in broader contexts, infants or toddlers, emphasizing their youth and inexperience. This term can evoke a sense of tenderness and care associated with nurturing young life.
When to use 雏
Learners often confuse 雏 with other characters that refer to young animals, leading to incorrect usage in specific contexts. It is important to use this term in both informal and formal settings, particularly in discussions about nature or parenting. Common collocations include 雏鸟 (young bird) and 幼雏 (young fledgling).
雏 or something close to it
雏 (chú) vs 幼 (yòu) — use 雏 specifically for young birds or chicks, while 幼 refers more broadly to young or immature beings.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 雏 with 幼 (yòu), which also means young but is used more generally. For example, saying 幼鸟 instead of 雏鸟 is incorrect; the correct term is 雏鸟.
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Grammar patterns of 雏
雏 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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另一种可能性是亲鸟会偏爱强壮的____鸟。
Another possibility is that parents favour chicks that are strong.
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You might hear 雏 when discussing pets, especially birds, or when talking about toddlers in a nurturing context.
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