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鱅 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鱅yōngbigheadx, 22 strokes, radical 魚
yōng(yong1) T1
  1. 1bighead
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March 24, 2026

鱅yōng(yong1)

The character 鱅 (yōng) refers to a type of fish known for its notably large head, often associated with certain fish species in Chinese. This term can be used both in a literal sense to describe the physical characteristics of fish and metaphorically to refer to someone as 'big-headed' or conceited.

Strokes22Radical魚
Cultural Note

In Chinese cuisine, certain fish are celebrated for their size and flavor, often symbolizing prosperity and abundance. The reference to a 'big head' in 鱅 could reflect cultural values around success and the importance of seafood in dining.

Memory Tip

Imagine a big fish with an enormous head bobbing above the water. The character 鱅 has a fish radical (魚) which connects to its meaning, while the sound 'yōng' can remind you of a 'young' person who is full of themselves, emphasizing the big-headedness.

Meanings of 鱅

yōng(yong1)
1bighead
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About 鱅

鱅Simplified
22Strokes
魚Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 鱅 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it can appear in specialized contexts, especially in discussions about fish. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; tone is crucial, as a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

This character does not appear in the HSK levels, but learning it can enhance your vocabulary related to nature and animals. Focus on recognizing the fish radical and its usage in context to help expand your understanding of related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鱅 with 魚 (yú), which simply means 'fish'. Make sure to remember that 鱅 specifically denotes a fish with a big head, while 魚 is the general term for fish.

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Etymology of 鱅

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)庸
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Case file: 鱅

  1. 1The meaning half魚 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half庸 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 鱅?

Decomposition of 鱅

IDS Structure⿰魚庸
鱅Full Character
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魚yu2
left
庸yong1
right
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Which of these is a component of 鱅?

How to say bighead in Chinese

“bighead” in Chinese is鱅yōng

The character 鱅 (yōng) refers to a type of fish known for its notably large head, often associated with certain fish species in Chinese. This term can be used both in a literal sense to describe the physical characteristics of fish and metaphorically to refer to someone as 'big-headed' or conceited.

When to use 鱅

While 鱅 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it can appear in specialized contexts, especially in discussions about fish. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; tone is crucial, as a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鱅 with 魚 (yú), which simply means 'fish'. Make sure to remember that 鱅 specifically denotes a fish with a big head, while 魚 is the general term for fish.

Write 鱅

鱅

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Word Family of 鱅

Words Containing This Character2
鳙鱼bighead carp鱅魚
鳙yōngbighead carp鱅
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Compound Meaning

What does 鳙鱼 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鱅

It usually refers to a type of fish with a big head, but it can also imply someone who is conceited.

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