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March 24, 2026
饉jǐn(jin3)
The character 饉 (jǐn) refers to a period of famine or crop failure, often indicating scarcity of food and hardship. It is commonly used in historical and literary contexts to describe times of great need or suffering due to agricultural disasters.
Strokes19Radical飠Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, famines were significant events that shaped society and governance, leading to the establishment of relief efforts and agricultural reforms. The character reflects the importance of food security in Chinese history.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bowl of food (饉) that is empty during a famine, making you feel jǐn (紧) or tight in your stomach. The character's radical 饣 (related to food) emphasizes its connection to starvation.
Meanings of 饉
jǐn(jin3)
1a time of famine or crop failure
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About 饉
饉Simplified
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状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bowl of food (饉) that is empty during a famine, making you feel jǐn (紧) or tight in your stomach. The character's radical 饣 (related to food) emphasizes its connection to starvation.
Usage Notes
饉 is a formal term and may not be frequently used in everyday conversation. It often appears in historical texts or discussions about agriculture. Be careful with the tone; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
饉 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, but it connects with other food-related words and terms about scarcity. Students should focus on understanding its historical context and usage in literature.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, famines were significant events that shaped society and governance, leading to the establishment of relief efforts and agricultural reforms. The character reflects the importance of food security in Chinese history.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 饉 with similar-sounding characters like 紧 (jǐn, meaning 'tight'). It's important to remember that 饉 specifically relates to famine, while 紧 pertains to tension or tightness.
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Cultural Notes for 饉
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In ancient China, famines were significant events that shaped society and governance, leading to the establishment of relief efforts and agricultural reforms. The character reflects the importance of food security in Chinese history.
Word Family of 饉
Words Containing This Character2
馑jǐntime of famine or crop failure饉
饥馑荐臻famine repeats unceasingly (idiom, from Book of Songs)饑饉薦臻
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Frequently Asked Questions about 饉
饉 is rarely used in modern spoken Chinese and is more often found in literary or historical contexts.
饉 is pronounced as jǐn, where the 'j' is similar to the English 'g' but softer.
Yes, terms like 饥荒 (jī huāng) meaning 'famine' are more commonly used in contemporary language.
