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齮 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
齮yǐto bitex, 23 strokes, radical 齒
齮yǐsurname Yiunknown, 23 strokes, radical 齒
yǐ(Yi3) T3
  1. 1to bite
Also a Chinese surname, Yi — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

齮yǐ(Yi3)

The character 齮 (yǐ) primarily means 'to bite' and is often used in the context of animals or actions that involve biting. It can also serve as a surname, which is less common. The usage of this character is typically informal and may appear in literary contexts or idiomatic expressions related to biting.

Strokes23Radical齒
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the act of biting can symbolize aggression or defense, particularly in traditional proverbs. Additionally, certain animals revered in Chinese culture, like the lion, are often depicted biting in folklore, signifying strength and protection.

Memory Tip

Imagine a fierce animal biting down on something, emphasizing the sharp teeth and the action of biting represented by the character 齮. The top part resembles a mouth ready to bite, while the bottom suggests the action or result of that bite, linking the form to its meaning.

Meanings of 齮

yǐ(Yi3)
1to bite
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About 齮

齮Simplified
23Strokes
齒Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 齮

Usage Notes

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 齮 with similar-sounding words, especially those with different tones. This character is more suitable for informal contexts, and it commonly appears in phrases related to animal behavior. Remember that as a surname, it is less frequently used than others.

HSK Study Tips

While 齮 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, understanding this character can enhance your comprehension of related words that involve actions or attributes of animals. Focus on the context where biting is discussed, as it may connect with other HSK words about animals or actions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 齮 by mixing it up with other characters with similar sounds. For example, confusing it with 以 (yǐ) which means 'to use' can lead to misunderstandings in context. Always pay attention to the tone and specific meaning.

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Etymology of 齮

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

teeth

Semantic (meaning)齒
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Phonetic (sound)奇
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Case file: 齮

  1. 1The meaning half齒 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half奇 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayteeth
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Exercise 1 of 1

Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 齮?

Decomposition of 齮

IDS Structure⿰齒奇
齮Full Character
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齒chi3
left
奇ji1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 齮?

How to say to bite in Chinese

“to bite” in Chinese is齮yǐ

The character 齮 (yǐ) primarily means 'to bite' and is often used in the context of animals or actions that involve biting. It can also serve as a surname, which is less common. The usage of this character is typically informal and may appear in literary contexts or idiomatic expressions related to biting.

When to use 齮

Learners should be cautious not to confuse 齮 with similar-sounding words, especially those with different tones. This character is more suitable for informal contexts, and it commonly appears in phrases related to animal behavior. Remember that as a surname, it is less frequently used than others.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 齮 by mixing it up with other characters with similar sounds. For example, confusing it with 以 (yǐ) which means 'to use' can lead to misunderstandings in context. Always pay attention to the tone and specific meaning.

Write 齮

齮

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Frequently Asked Questions about 齮

No, 齮 is not commonly used in daily conversations and is more often found in literary or specific contexts.

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