Meanings of 鹘
By ear
Play it, then pick what 鹘 means.
About 鹘
Podcast: 鹘
Podcast: 鹘
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 鹘
Common mistakes include confusing 鹘 with similar-sounding bird names due to the tonal nature of Mandarin. This word is more likely used in formal contexts like nature documentaries or discussions rather than everyday conversation. Be mindful of the tone to avoid miscommunication.
As 鹘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners should focus on related bird vocabulary at their level, such as 鸟 (niǎo, bird) and 鸽子 (gēzi, pigeon). Understanding such terms can enhance your grasp of animal-related discussions.
Learners often confuse 鹘 with 鸽子 (gēzi), which means pigeon. Remember that while both relate to birds, 鹘 refers to a specific kind of migratory bird and is less commonly used. An incorrect sentence might be '我看到一个鹘在公园' (I saw a pigeon in the park) when it should be '我看到一个鸽子在公园'.
Pronunciation of 鹘
Drill the tone of 鹘 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 鹘 to You
Let me explain 鹘 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 鹘 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 鹘?
Learning Lab
Knowing 鹘 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 鹘
Phonosemantic compound. 鸟 represents the meaning and 骨 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鶻.
bird
Origin
鹘 = 鸟 + 骨. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 鹘
Parts
Which of these is part of 鹘?
How to say a kind of pigeon; treron permagna in Chinese
“a kind of pigeon; treron permagna” in Chinese is鹘
The character 鹘 (gǔ) refers to a type of bird, specifically a kind of pigeon or migratory bird, often associated with the treron permagna species. It is used in both formal contexts, such as ornithology, and in casual conversations about birds and wildlife.
When to use 鹘
Common mistakes include confusing 鹘 with similar-sounding bird names due to the tonal nature of Mandarin. This word is more likely used in formal contexts like nature documentaries or discussions rather than everyday conversation. Be mindful of the tone to avoid miscommunication.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 鹘 with 鸽子 (gēzi), which means pigeon. Remember that while both relate to birds, 鹘 refers to a specific kind of migratory bird and is less commonly used. An incorrect sentence might be '我看到一个鹘在公园' (I saw a pigeon in the park) when it should be '我看到一个鸽子在公园'.
Write 鹘
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 鹘 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 鹘?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Word Family of 鹘
Words with 鹘
What does 回鹘 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 鹘
It is pronounced as 'gǔ', with a falling tone.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 鹘?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.