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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鶼jiānphoenix; fabulous mythical birdx, 21 strokes, radical 鳥
jiān(jian1)jian T1
  1. 1phoenix; fabulous mythical bird
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March 24, 2026

鶼jiān(jian1)

The character 鶼 (jiān) refers to a mythical bird, often considered a phoenix or a fabulous creature in Chinese mythology. It symbolizes beauty, grace, and auspiciousness, and is sometimes associated with immortality and rebirth.

Strokes21Radical鳥
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the phoenix is a symbol of high virtue and grace, often appearing in stories and art related to imperial power and femininity. The character 鶼 may evoke these cultural associations in literature and folklore.

Memory tip

Imagine a majestic bird soaring high in the sky, its wings spread wide, creating a beautiful silhouette against the sun. The character 鶼 has a radical that resembles the wings of a bird, reminding you of its meaning. Picture this fantastic bird as a 'jiān'-tastic creature that captures the essence of mythical grace.

Meanings of 鶼

jiān(jian1)
1phoenix; fabulous mythical bird
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About 鶼

鶼Simplified
21Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This character is quite rare and is often used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with more common bird characters, such as 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird'.

HSK Study Tips

Though 鶼 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students should focus on related characters like 鳥 (niǎo) for broader bird-related vocabulary. Understanding mythical creatures can also enhance comprehension of cultural texts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鶼 with more common bird characters like 鸟 (niǎo), thinking they have similar meanings. Remember, 鶼 refers specifically to a mythical bird, while 鸟 is the general term for birds.

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Etymology of 鶼

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)兼
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Origin

鶼 = 鳥 + 兼. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鶼

IDS Structure⿰兼鳥
鶼Full character
=
兼jian1
left
鳥niao3
right
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Parts

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How to say phoenix; fabulous mythical bird in Chinese

“phoenix; fabulous mythical bird” in Chinese is鶼jiān

The character 鶼 (jiān) refers to a mythical bird, often considered a phoenix or a fabulous creature in Chinese mythology. It symbolizes beauty, grace, and auspiciousness, and is sometimes associated with immortality and rebirth.

When to use 鶼

This character is quite rare and is often used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with more common bird characters, such as 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird'.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鶼 with more common bird characters like 鸟 (niǎo), thinking they have similar meanings. Remember, 鶼 refers specifically to a mythical bird, while 鸟 is the general term for birds.

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Word Family of 鶼

Words containing this character1
鹣jiānsee also 鰈鶼|鲽鹣[dié​jiān]鶼

Frequently asked questions about 鶼

It symbolizes beauty, grace, and auspiciousness, often associated with the phoenix.

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