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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鶓miáoemux, 20 strokes, radical 鳥
miáo(miao2)miao T2
  1. 1emu
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March 24, 2026

鶓miáo(miao2)

The character 鶓 (miáo) refers to an emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. It is often used in discussions about birds, wildlife, and nature. Although not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in texts related to zoology or ecological studies.

Strokes20Radical鳥
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, animals like the emu are less commonly referenced than native Chinese birds, but they are included in discussions about biodiversity and global wildlife. The emu is also a symbol of Australia's unique fauna.

Memory tip

Imagine the character 鶓 as a bird standing tall with its long neck (the top part resembles the head), while its legs (the bottom part) are strong and sturdy. The sound 'miáo' can remind you of 'meow,' which is the sound a cat makes, but here, it’s the sound of a bird that can’t fly, just like an emu!

Meanings of 鶓

miáo(miao2)
1emu
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About 鶓

鶓Simplified
20Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Be cautious when using 鶓, as it may not be recognized by all speakers, given its rarity. It is more likely to be found in scientific contexts rather than casual conversation. Ensure to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing 'miáo' can lead to confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鶓 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to animals and nature topics commonly discussed in beginner and intermediate levels. Focus on learning related animal vocabulary to build context around this character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鶓 with other bird characters, such as 鳥 (niǎo), which means 'bird' in general. Remember that 鶓 specifically denotes the emu, a particular type of bird.

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Etymology of 鶓

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

bird

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)苗
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Origin

鶓 = 鳥 + 苗. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鶓

IDS Structure⿰苗鳥
鶓Full character
=
苗Miao2
left
鳥niao3
right
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Parts

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How to say emu in Chinese

“emu” in Chinese is鶓miáo

The character 鶓 (miáo) refers to an emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. It is often used in discussions about birds, wildlife, and nature. Although not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in texts related to zoology or ecological studies.

When to use 鶓

Be cautious when using 鶓, as it may not be recognized by all speakers, given its rarity. It is more likely to be found in scientific contexts rather than casual conversation. Ensure to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing 'miáo' can lead to confusion with other words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鶓 with other bird characters, such as 鳥 (niǎo), which means 'bird' in general. Remember that 鶓 specifically denotes the emu, a particular type of bird.

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Word Family of 鶓

Words containing this character2
鹋miáoemu鶓
鸸鹋emu鴯鶓
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Frequently asked questions about 鶓

It is pronounced as 'miáo'.

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