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齄zhāred sores on the noseg, 23 strokes, radical 鼻
zhā(zha1)zha T1
  1. 1red sores on the nose
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March 24, 2026

齄zhā(zha1)

The character 齄 (zhā) refers to red sores or lesions that appear on the nose. This term is relatively uncommon and is often used in medical contexts, particularly when discussing skin conditions. Understanding this term may be helpful for learners interested in health-related vocabulary.

Strokes23Radical鼻
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions are often linked to internal imbalances, and terms like 齄 may come up during discussions about health and wellness. Understanding such terms can provide insight into holistic health perspectives in Chinese culture.

Memory tip

Imagine a red sore on your nose that looks like a 'zhā' (sounds like 'jaw' but with a twist). The character has the radical for 'tooth' (齒) which can remind you of the discomfort associated with sores, as if your teeth are clenching in pain.

Meanings of 齄

zhā(zha1)
1red sores on the nose
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齄Simplified
23Strokes
鼻Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite specific and might not be used in everyday conversation. Avoid using it in formal writing unless discussing medical issues, as it may sound too informal for those contexts. Also, be careful with the tone; 'zhā' has a first tone, which is high and level.

HSK Study Tips

Though this character is not included in the HSK levels, it can be related to health vocabulary that learners might encounter in HSK Level 3 and above. Focus on understanding related terms, such as those describing ailments and symptoms.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 齄 with similar-sounding characters or mispronounce it with the wrong tone, such as saying 'zhà' instead of 'zhā'. Always remember to keep the first tone for correct pronunciation.

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Etymology of 齄

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

Semantic (meaning)鼻
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Phonetic (sound)查
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Origin

齄 = 鼻 + 查. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 齄

IDS Structure⿰鼻查
齄Full character
=
鼻bi2
left
查cha2
right
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How to say red sores on the nose in Chinese

“red sores on the nose” in Chinese is齄zhā

The character 齄 (zhā) refers to red sores or lesions that appear on the nose. This term is relatively uncommon and is often used in medical contexts, particularly when discussing skin conditions. Understanding this term may be helpful for learners interested in health-related vocabulary.

When to use 齄

This term is quite specific and might not be used in everyday conversation. Avoid using it in formal writing unless discussing medical issues, as it may sound too informal for those contexts. Also, be careful with the tone; 'zhā' has a first tone, which is high and level.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 齄 with similar-sounding characters or mispronounce it with the wrong tone, such as saying 'zhà' instead of 'zhā'. Always remember to keep the first tone for correct pronunciation.

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