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搅
jiǎo
to disturb
HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #5097, Very Hard
搅
jiǎo
to annoy
HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #5097, Very Hard
搅
jiǎo
to mix
HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #5097, Very Hard
搅
jiǎo
to stir
HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #5097, Very Hard
搅
jiǎo
to annoy, to disturb, to stir up
HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #5097, Very Hard
jiǎo(jiao3)jiao T3
1to disturb
2to annoy
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March 24, 2026
搅(攪)jiǎo(jiao3)
The character 搅 (jiǎo) primarily means to disturb or mix. It is commonly used in contexts where one is stirring something physically, such as food or liquids, but can also refer to causing disruption or annoyance in a broader sense, like disturbing someone's peace.
Strokes12Radical扌Frequency#5097DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese cooking, the act of 搅 is essential in preparing dishes such as soups or sauces, where mixing ingredients is a vital step. This reflects the importance of culinary skills in Chinese culture, where food preparation is regarded as an art form.
Memory tip
Imagine a chef stirring a pot of soup, creating a whirlpool that disturbs the calm surface. The character '搅' resembles a hand (扌) mixing (交) ingredients, symbolizing both the physical act of stirring and the act of causing disturbance.
Meanings of 搅
jiǎo(jiao3)
1to disturb
2to annoy
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 搅
搅Simplified
攪Traditional
12Strokes
扌Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5097Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
搅 (jiǎo) vs 混 (hùn) — use 搅 when specifically referring to mixing or stirring, while 混 conveys a sense of blending or mingling more generally.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 搅 (jiǎo) with other similar verbs like 混 (hùn), which means to mix but without the nuance of disturbance. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, often paired with food items or in discussions about disruptions in social settings.
HSK Study Tips
While 搅 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with basic verbs related to actions (like 做 zuò for 'to do' or 说 shuō for 'to speak'). Students should focus on its use in cooking or social contexts to enhance vocabulary related to daily activities.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes misuse 搅 by confusing it with 煮 (zhǔ, to boil) when discussing cooking. For instance, saying '我搅面条' (Wǒ jiǎo miàntiáo) instead of '我煮面条' (Wǒ zhǔ miàntiáo) for 'I am boiling noodles' is incorrect; 搅 specifically refers to stirring or mixing.
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搅 = 扌 + 觉. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 搅
IDS Structure⿰扌觉
搅Full character
=
扌shou3
left
觉jiao4
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 搅?
How to say to disturb in Chinese
“to disturb” in Chinese is搅jiǎo
The character 搅 (jiǎo) primarily means to disturb or mix. It is commonly used in contexts where one is stirring something physically, such as food or liquids, but can also refer to causing disruption or annoyance in a broader sense, like disturbing someone's peace.
When to use 搅
Learners often confuse 搅 (jiǎo) with other similar verbs like 混 (hùn), which means to mix but without the nuance of disturbance. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, often paired with food items or in discussions about disruptions in social settings.
搅 or something close to it
搅 (jiǎo) vs 混 (hùn) — use 搅 when specifically referring to mixing or stirring, while 混 conveys a sense of blending or mingling more generally.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes misuse 搅 by confusing it with 煮 (zhǔ, to boil) when discussing cooking. For instance, saying '我搅面条' (Wǒ jiǎo miàntiáo) instead of '我煮面条' (Wǒ zhǔ miàntiáo) for 'I am boiling noodles' is incorrect; 搅 specifically refers to stirring or mixing.
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搅
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Grammar patterns of 搅
搅 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Fill the gap
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
最近的一场雨把瀑布____成了泥水漩涡。
The recent rain had churned up the waterfall into a muddy whirlpool.
Common confusions with 搅
搅vs较
jiào
Similar pronunciation but different meanings and usages.
Exercise 1 of 1
Which one
Which one means “to disturb”?
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Usage Notes for 搅
Misuse in contexts of mixing versus disturbingCommon Error
Learners sometimes confuse '搅' (to disturb) with other verbs that mean to mix or stir in different contexts.
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在烹饪中要搅拌均匀。
You need to stir evenly in cooking.
Exercise 1 of 1
Get it right
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
在烹饪中要____拌均匀。
You need to stir evenly in cooking.
Example sentences for 搅 (10)
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最近的一场雨把瀑布搅成了泥水漩涡。
zuìjìn de yī chǎng yǔ bǎ pùbù jiǎo chéng le ní shuǐ xuán guō。
The recent rain had churned up the waterfall into a muddy whirlpool.
