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鰆chūna kind of long, flat, silver-gray striped fishx, 20 strokes, radical 魚
chūn(chun1)chun T1
  1. 1a kind of long, flat, silver-gray striped fish
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March 24, 2026

鰆chūn(chun1)

The character 鰆 (chūn) refers to a type of fish commonly known as the 'Spanish mackerel' or 'chub mackerel'. It is characterized by its long, flat shape and silver-gray striped skin. This fish is often used in Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes that highlight its fresh flavor.

Strokes20Radical魚
Cultural note

In Chinese cuisine, 鰆 is valued for its taste and is often featured in traditional dishes, especially during festivals like the Spring Festival when fish symbolizes abundance and prosperity.

Memory tip

Imagine a silver-gray fish swimming swiftly through the water, its long body and stripes resembling the waves. The pronunciation 'chūn' can be remembered by associating it with 'tune,' as if the fish is swimming to a rhythmic tune, gliding gracefully like a dancer.

Meanings of 鰆

chūn(chun1)
1a kind of long, flat, silver-gray striped fish
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鰆Simplified
20Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite specific and is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for culinary contexts or discussions about marine life. Be aware of the correct pronunciation, as mispronouncing the tones may lead to confusion with other words. It is often used with adjectives like '新鲜' (xīnxiān, fresh) when describing the fish.

HSK Study Tips

While 鰆 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above, where learners expand their food-related vocabulary. Students should focus on the context in which specific fish names are used, especially in culinary settings.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鰆 with other types of fish due to similar names in Chinese. For instance, mistaking it for '鲭' (qīng, mackerel) can lead to inaccuracies in cooking or ordering. Pay attention to the specific characteristics of 鰆 when learning about fish names.

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Etymology of 鰆

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)春
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Origin

鰆 = 魚 + 春. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鰆

IDS Structure⿰魚春
鰆Full character
=
魚yu2
left
春chun1
right
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How to say a kind of long, flat, silver-gray striped fish in Chinese

“a kind of long, flat, silver-gray striped fish” in Chinese is鰆chūn

The character 鰆 (chūn) refers to a type of fish commonly known as the 'Spanish mackerel' or 'chub mackerel'. It is characterized by its long, flat shape and silver-gray striped skin. This fish is often used in Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes that highlight its fresh flavor.

When to use 鰆

This term is quite specific and is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for culinary contexts or discussions about marine life. Be aware of the correct pronunciation, as mispronouncing the tones may lead to confusion with other words. It is often used with adjectives like '新鲜' (xīnxiān, fresh) when describing the fish.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鰆 with other types of fish due to similar names in Chinese. For instance, mistaking it for '鲭' (qīng, mackerel) can lead to inaccuracies in cooking or ordering. Pay attention to the specific characteristics of 鰆 when learning about fish names.

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You can use 鰆 in a variety of dishes such as stir-fries, soups, or grilled preparations, often enhancing the flavor with soy sauce and ginger.

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