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March 24, 2026
鲒(鮚)jié(jie2)
The character 鲒 (jié) refers specifically to a type of shellfish, namely clams and oysters. It is commonly used in culinary contexts, especially in seafood dishes, and can indicate freshness or quality in various seafood markets.
Strokes14Radical鱼Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In coastal regions of China, oysters and clams are popular delicacies often enjoyed raw or cooked, reflecting the country's rich seafood traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant clam (the character's meaning) sitting on a jet ski (the sound 'jié') racing through the ocean waves. The radical '氵' (water) reminds you that this creature lives in the sea.
Meanings of 鲒
jié(jie2)
1clam; oyster
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About 鲒
鲒Simplified
鮚Traditional
14Strokes
鱼Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant clam (the character's meaning) sitting on a jet ski (the sound 'jié') racing through the ocean waves. The radical '氵' (water) reminds you that this creature lives in the sea.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 鲒 with similar seafood terms. It is more informal and used in culinary contexts, while other terms may be more formal or scientific. Pay attention to the fourth tone, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
While 鲒 is not an HSK level word, it connects with HSK Level 3 seafood vocabulary like 鱼 (yú, fish) and 虾 (xiā, shrimp). Focus on recognizing it in menus or conversations about food.
Cultural Note
In coastal regions of China, oysters and clams are popular delicacies often enjoyed raw or cooked, reflecting the country's rich seafood traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鲒 with other seafood terms like 蚌 (bàng, clam) or 牡蛎 (mǔlì, oyster). Remember that 鲒 is a more general term for both clams and oysters.
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