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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鹋miáoemux, 13 strokes, radical 鸟
miáo(miao2)miao T2
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March 24, 2026

鹋(鶓)miáo(miao2)

The character 鹋 (miáo) refers to the emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. In Chinese, it is often used in more formal or literary contexts, sometimes appearing in discussions about ornithology or nature. The character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more specialized.

Strokes13Radical鸟
Cultural note

The emu holds significance in Australian culture, often symbolizing the unique wildlife of the continent. In Chinese literature, references to exotic animals like the emu can evoke themes of adventure and the natural world, reflecting a curiosity about distant lands.

Memory tip

Imagine a majestic emu strutting proudly in a field. The character 鹋 resembles a bird with its top part (鸟, niǎo) representing 'bird' and the bottom part (毛, máo) suggesting feathers. Visualize the emu's soft feathers to remember the pronunciation miáo, and think of 'meow' as the sound it might make if it could.

Meanings of 鹋

miáo(miao2)
1emu
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About 鹋

鹋Simplified
鶓Traditional
13Strokes
鸟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

When using 鹋, it's important to remember it's not a commonly used word, so it may sound overly formal in casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with other bird names; make sure to use it specifically for emus. Additionally, learners should be aware that it may appear in specific contexts such as literature or scientific texts.

HSK Study Tips

While 鹋 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your appreciation of specialized vocabulary. Focus on related terms in the animal kingdom or ornithology to build your vocabulary contextually. This character can be a fun addition to your studies as you explore more about wildlife.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 鹋 to refer to other birds like ostriches or peacocks. It's important to ensure you are using it specifically for emus, as using it interchangeably can lead to confusion.

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Etymology of 鹋

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

bird

Semantic (meaning)鸟
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Phonetic (sound)苗
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Origin

鹋 = 鸟 + 苗. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鹋

IDS Structure⿰苗鸟
鹋Full character
=
苗Miao2
left
鸟diao3
right
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Parts

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How to say emu in Chinese

“emu” in Chinese is鹋miáo

The character 鹋 (miáo) refers to the emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. In Chinese, it is often used in more formal or literary contexts, sometimes appearing in discussions about ornithology or nature. The character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more specialized.

When to use 鹋

When using 鹋, it's important to remember it's not a commonly used word, so it may sound overly formal in casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with other bird names; make sure to use it specifically for emus. Additionally, learners should be aware that it may appear in specific contexts such as literature or scientific texts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 鹋 to refer to other birds like ostriches or peacocks. It's important to ensure you are using it specifically for emus, as using it interchangeably can lead to confusion.

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Word Family of 鹋

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

It is pronounced as miáo, with the third tone.

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