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鯧 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鯧chāngsilvery pomfret, Stromateoides argenteusx, 19 strokes, radical 魚
chāng(chang1) T1
  1. 1silvery pomfret, Stromateoides argenteus
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March 24, 2026

鯧chāng(chang1)

The character 鯧 (chāng) refers specifically to the silvery pomfret, a type of fish commonly found in East Asian waters. It is valued for its delicate flavor and is often featured in traditional Chinese cuisine, especially in festive meals and banquets due to its association with prosperity and abundance.

Strokes19Radical魚
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, fish symbolizes abundance and prosperity, particularly during the Lunar New Year. Serving 鯧 at celebratory meals reflects wishes for a bountiful year ahead, highlighting its cultural significance beyond just being a food item.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shiny silver fish, the pomfret, swimming gracefully in the ocean. The character 鯧 has a fish radical (魚) on the bottom, reminding you that it's a type of fish, while the top part (常) can sound like 'chang' which means 'often'—the pomfret is often served in delicious dishes!

Meanings of 鯧

chāng(chang1)
1silvery pomfret, Stromateoides argenteus
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About 鯧

鯧Simplified
19Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

In culinary contexts, 鯧 is often used in recipes that emphasize freshness and flavor, such as steamed or grilled dishes. Be cautious of tone; the correct pronunciation is crucial, as mispronouncing it may lead to confusion with other words. Common collocations include 鯧魚 (chāng yú) for 'pomfret fish' and 鯧片 (chāng piàn) for 'pomfret slices'.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鯧 is not an HSK level word, it can be introduced alongside food-related vocabulary. Students should focus on its pronunciation and usage in culinary contexts, connecting it with other fish-related words like 魚 (yú) for 'fish' or 鮮 (xiān) for 'fresh'.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鯧 with 鱼 (yú), which means 'fish' in general. For example, saying 鯧魚 (chāng yú) is redundant; instead, simply use 鯧 (chāng) when specifically referring to the pomfret.

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Etymology of 鯧

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

fish

Semantic (meaning)魚
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Phonetic (sound)昌
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Case file: 鯧

  1. 1The meaning half魚 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half昌 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayfish
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 鯧?

Decomposition of 鯧

IDS Structure⿰魚昌
鯧Full Character
=
魚yu2
left
昌Chang1
right
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How to say silvery pomfret, Stromateoides argenteus in Chinese

“silvery pomfret, Stromateoides argenteus” in Chinese is鯧chāng

The character 鯧 (chāng) refers specifically to the silvery pomfret, a type of fish commonly found in East Asian waters. It is valued for its delicate flavor and is often featured in traditional Chinese cuisine, especially in festive meals and banquets due to its association with prosperity and abundance.

When to use 鯧

In culinary contexts, 鯧 is often used in recipes that emphasize freshness and flavor, such as steamed or grilled dishes. Be cautious of tone; the correct pronunciation is crucial, as mispronouncing it may lead to confusion with other words. Common collocations include 鯧魚 (chāng yú) for 'pomfret fish' and 鯧片 (chāng piàn) for 'pomfret slices'.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鯧 with 鱼 (yú), which means 'fish' in general. For example, saying 鯧魚 (chāng yú) is redundant; instead, simply use 鯧 (chāng) when specifically referring to the pomfret.

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鯧

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Word Family of 鯧

Words Containing This Character2
鲳鱼butterfish鯧魚
鲳chāngbutterfish鯧
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 鯧

鯧 is commonly used in various dishes, particularly in steaming and grilling, due to its delicate flavor.

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