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骢 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
cōngbuckskin horseg, 14 strokes, radical 马, Very Hard
cōng(cong1) T1
  1. 1buckskin horse
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March 24, 2026

(驄)cōng(cong1)

骢 (cōng) refers specifically to a type of horse, particularly a buckskin horse known for its distinctive light tan color. This term is often used in literature or discussions related to horses, breeding, and equestrian activities, reflecting the beauty and grace associated with this breed.

Strokes14RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength and freedom. The buckskin horse, or 骢, is often associated with nobility and is celebrated in poetry and art.

Memory Tip

Imagine a golden horse galloping with the sun shining on its buckskin coat. The character 骢 has the radical 马 (mǎ) which means horse, and the other component resembles a 'c' shape, reminding you of 'cōng' and the sound of the galloping hooves.

Meanings of 骢

cōng(cong1)
1buckskin horse
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About 骢

Simplified
Traditional
14Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 骢

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a golden horse galloping with the sun shining on its buckskin coat. The character 骢 has the radical 马 (mǎ) which means horse, and the other component resembles a 'c' shape, reminding you of 'cōng' and the sound of the galloping hooves.

Usage Notes

While 骢 specifically refers to a buckskin horse, it is often confused with other horse-related terms. Be mindful of the context in which you use it, as it is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. It is commonly used in literature or historical texts.

HSK Study Tips

骢 is not included in the HSK levels but can be useful for learners interested in advanced vocabulary related to animals or specific breeds. Students should also familiarize themselves with related terms for horses to deepen their understanding.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength and freedom. The buckskin horse, or 骢, is often associated with nobility and is celebrated in poetry and art.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 骢 with 马 (mǎ) which simply means horse. For example, saying 骢 when they mean any horse can lead to misunderstanding. Correct usage would be to use 骢 specifically for a buckskin horse.

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Pronunciation of 骢

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Etymology of 骢

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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horse

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 骢

IDS Structure⿰马悤
Full Character
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Ma3
left
cong1
right
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Cultural Notes for 骢

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength and freedom. The buckskin horse, or 骢, is often associated with nobility and is celebrated in poetry and art.

Word Family of 骢

Words Containing This Character1
cōngbuckskin horse
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Compound Meaning

What does 骢 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 骢

骢 means a buckskin horse, recognized for its light tan color.