Skip to content
Stroke order, etymology and audio for every word.Start learning
鲚 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鲚jìanchovyg, 14 strokes, radical 鱼
鲚jìCoilia nasusunknown, 14 strokes, radical 鱼
jì(ji4)ji T4
  1. 1anchovy
  2. 2Coilia nasus
Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026

鲚(鱭)jì(ji4)

The character 鲚 (jì) refers specifically to the anchovy fish, a small, schooling fish commonly found in saltwater. In culinary contexts, it is often used in dishes or as an ingredient in sauces, particularly in East Asian cuisine. The anchovy is known for its strong flavor and is a staple in various traditional recipes.

Strokes14Radical鱼
Cultural note

In Chinese cuisine, anchovies are often used to make flavorful stocks and sauces, reflecting the importance of umami in Chinese cooking. This character may appear in regional dishes, particularly in coastal areas where fishing is a key part of local culture.

Memory tip

Think of the character 鲚 as a fish swimming in the sea. The radical 魚 (yú), meaning fish, hints at its aquatic nature, while the 'jì' sound can be remembered by imagining a 'jewel' (j) of the ocean, the anchovy, glistening in the water.

Meanings of 鲚

jì(ji4)
1anchovy
2Coilia nasus
Exercise 1 of 2

By ear

Play it, then pick what 鲚 means.

About 鲚

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

Podcast: 鲚

JasonAmy

Podcast: 鲚

Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you

AI study notes for 鲚

Usage Notes

This term is relatively informal and mostly used in culinary contexts. Learners should be cautious about the pronunciation, especially the fourth tone, to avoid confusion with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include '鲚鱼' (anchovy fish) or '鲚干' (dried anchovies).

HSK Study Tips

Although 鲚 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of food-related terms. Focus on the character's components as they can help you decode similar terms related to fish and seafood.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 鲚, confusing it with other fish-related characters. For example, saying 'jí' instead of 'jì' can lead to misunderstandings. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it in contexts unrelated to food, as it is specifically a culinary term.

AI-enhanced 2026-03-24

Pronunciation of 鲚

Premium — Locked

Tone practice

Pro

Drill the tone of 鲚, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.

Tone drillsPitch drawing+5 XP
Get Pro to unlock

Jason Explains 鲚 to you

Let me explain 鲚 for you

Make it yours

Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 鲚 through them.

Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.

How well do you know 鲚?

Example

Learning Lab

Knowing 鲚 is seven skills, not one.

Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.

  • MeaningFree
  • CharacterFree
  • PinyinFree
  • TonePro
  • ListeningPro
  • SpeakingPro
  • WritingPro
See the Learning Lab Three facets free · no card needed

Etymology of 鲚

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

fish

Semantic (meaning)鱼
+
Phonetic (sound)齐
Learn more about Phono-semantic (形声字) characters
Exercise 1 of 1

Origin

鲚 = 鱼 + 齐. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鲚

IDS Structure⿰鱼齐
鲚Full character
=
鱼Yu2
left
齐Qi2
right
Exercise 1 of 2

Parts

Which of these is part of 鲚?

How to say anchovy in Chinese

“anchovy” in Chinese is鲚jì

The character 鲚 (jì) refers specifically to the anchovy fish, a small, schooling fish commonly found in saltwater. In culinary contexts, it is often used in dishes or as an ingredient in sauces, particularly in East Asian cuisine. The anchovy is known for its strong flavor and is a staple in various traditional recipes.

When to use 鲚

This term is relatively informal and mostly used in culinary contexts. Learners should be cautious about the pronunciation, especially the fourth tone, to avoid confusion with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include '鲚鱼' (anchovy fish) or '鲚干' (dried anchovies).

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 鲚, confusing it with other fish-related characters. For example, saying 'jí' instead of 'jì' can lead to misunderstandings. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it in contexts unrelated to food, as it is specifically a culinary term.

Write 鲚

鲚

Practice writing 鲚 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.

Write correctly 3 times to earn XP

Ask Jason

Have a question about 鲚?

Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.

Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.

Word Family of 鲚

Words containing this character1
鲚jìCoilia nasus鱭

Frequently asked questions about 鲚

The correct pronunciation is 'jì', with a fourth tone.

Jason Recommends

Not sure what to learn after 鲚?

Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.

A sample week, replayed. Every page you study lands here in the order you did it — your own replay starts with a free account.

See the Learning Lab