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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鹒gēngoriolex, 13 strokes, radical 鸟
gēng(geng1)geng T1
  1. 1oriole
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March 24, 2026

鹒(鶊)gēng(geng1)

The character 鹒 (gēng) refers to a type of bird known as the oriole, which is recognized for its vibrant yellow and black plumage. In Chinese culture, orioles are often associated with joy and happiness, making them a symbol of good fortune. The term is less commonly used in daily conversation, often appearing in literature or poetry.

Strokes13Radical鸟
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese poetry, the oriole is often celebrated for its beauty and song, symbolizing the arrival of spring and happiness. The character 鹒 may appear in verses that evoke nature's beauty, capturing the essence of joyful moments.

Memory tip

Imagine a golden oriole (鹒) perched on a branch, singing melodious tunes. The character 鹒 can be broken down: the radical for 'bird' (鸟) represents its avian nature, and the phonetic part (更) suggests its vibrant beauty, almost like 'gaining' attention in a garden.

Meanings of 鹒

gēng(geng1)
1oriole
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About 鹒

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

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Usage Notes

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 鹒 with similar bird characters, such as 鸳 (yuān) for mandarin duck or 麻雀 (máquè) for sparrow. It is more commonly found in literary contexts rather than everyday conversations, so using it in casual speech might sound overly formal.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鹒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding bird-related vocabulary can enhance your language skills at HSK level 3 and above. Focus on the radicals related to animals, as they often appear in compound words and expressions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鹒 with 鸦 (yā), which means crow, due to their similar bird associations. Remember that while 鹒 is associated with beauty and joy, 鸦 has a more ominous connotation.

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Etymology of 鹒

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)庚
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Origin

鹒 = 鸟 + 庚. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鹒

IDS Structure⿰庚鸟
鹒Full character
=
庚geng1
left
鸟diao3
right
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Parts

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How to say oriole in Chinese

“oriole” in Chinese is鹒gēng

The character 鹒 (gēng) refers to a type of bird known as the oriole, which is recognized for its vibrant yellow and black plumage. In Chinese culture, orioles are often associated with joy and happiness, making them a symbol of good fortune. The term is less commonly used in daily conversation, often appearing in literature or poetry.

When to use 鹒

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 鹒 with similar bird characters, such as 鸳 (yuān) for mandarin duck or 麻雀 (máquè) for sparrow. It is more commonly found in literary contexts rather than everyday conversations, so using it in casual speech might sound overly formal.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鹒 with 鸦 (yā), which means crow, due to their similar bird associations. Remember that while 鹒 is associated with beauty and joy, 鸦 has a more ominous connotation.

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Word Family of 鹒

Words containing this character1
鹒gēngoriole鶊

Frequently asked questions about 鹒

鹒 means 'oriole,' a type of colorful bird associated with happiness in Chinese culture.

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