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鳙 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鳙yōngbigheadn, 19 strokes, radical 鱼
yōng(yong1) T1
  1. 1bighead
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March 24, 2026

鳙(鱅)yōng(yong1)

鳙 (yōng) refers to a type of fish, specifically the bighead carp, known for its large head and significant size. This fish is commonly found in freshwater bodies and is often noted for its importance in both aquaculture and local cuisine in China.

Strokes19Radical鱼
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the bighead carp is valued not only for its meat but also for its role in traditional fish farming practices, particularly in areas like the Yangtze River.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant fish with a head so big that it looks like a balloon. The character 鳙 has the radical for 'bird' (鳥), hinting at its aquatic nature, while the 'big head' theme connects to its meaning. Picture this 'big head' fish floating in a pond, making it easy to remember its name and form.

Meanings of 鳙

yōng(yong1)
1bighead
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About 鳙

鳙Simplified
鱅Traditional
19Strokes
鱼Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 鳙

Usage Notes

鳙 is primarily used in formal contexts, such as culinary discussions or aquaculture. A common mistake is to confuse 鳙 with similar fish names; ensure you remember its specific characteristics. It often appears in discussions about fish farming or local dishes.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鳙 is not an HSK level word, it connects with other fish-related vocabulary like 魚 (yú) meaning 'fish' and 鱅 (yáng), another type of fish. Focus on recognizing this character within the context of aquatic life and culinary terms to enhance vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鳙 with other similar fish names like 魚 (yú). For example, saying '我喜欢鳙' (I like 鳙) when they mean '我喜欢魚' (I like fish) can lead to confusion. Always clarify the specific type of fish you are referring to.

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Etymology of 鳙

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

fish

Semantic (meaning)鱼
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Phonetic (sound)庸
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Case file: 鳙

  1. 1The meaning half鱼 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 鳙?

Decomposition of 鳙

IDS Structure⿰鱼庸
鳙Full Character
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鱼Yu2
left
庸yong1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鳙?

How to say bighead in Chinese

“bighead” in Chinese is鳙yōng

鳙 (yōng) refers to a type of fish, specifically the bighead carp, known for its large head and significant size. This fish is commonly found in freshwater bodies and is often noted for its importance in both aquaculture and local cuisine in China.

When to use 鳙

鳙 is primarily used in formal contexts, such as culinary discussions or aquaculture. A common mistake is to confuse 鳙 with similar fish names; ensure you remember its specific characteristics. It often appears in discussions about fish farming or local dishes.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鳙 with other similar fish names like 魚 (yú). For example, saying '我喜欢鳙' (I like 鳙) when they mean '我喜欢魚' (I like fish) can lead to confusion. Always clarify the specific type of fish you are referring to.

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鳙

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Word Family of 鳙

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 鳙

It is pronounced as 'yōng', with the first tone.

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