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岽 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
岽dōnga mountain in Guangxi provinceg, 8 strokes, radical 山
岽dōngplace name in Guangxi provinceunknown, 8 strokes, radical 山
dōng(Dong1) T1
  1. 1a mountain in Guangxi province
  2. 2place name in Guangxi province
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March 24, 2026

岽(崬)dōng(Dong1)

The character 岽 (dōng) refers to a specific type of mountain in Guangxi province, China. It is often used in geographical contexts, particularly when discussing the landscape or place names in that region.

Strokes8Radical山
Cultural Note

In Guangxi, the term 岽 is significant due to the region's unique mountainous landscapes that shape its culture and lifestyle. Mountains often play a role in local folklore and traditions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a mountain (山) standing tall, with a 'dong' sound echoing off its peak. The character 岽 includes the radical for 'mountain' (山), which can help you visualize its connection to mountainous terrains.

Meanings of 岽

dōng(Dong1)
1a mountain in Guangxi province
2place name in Guangxi province
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About 岽

岽Simplified
崬Traditional
8Strokes
山Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Since 岽 is a proper noun and a geographical term, it is used primarily in formal contexts such as maps, travel literature, or regional descriptions. Be careful with the pronunciation, as misplacing the tone can confuse it with unrelated terms.

HSK Study Tips

Although 岽 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, learners at higher levels should recognize it as a geographical term. Focus on the context of place names in Guangxi to understand its usage in regional discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 岽 with similar-sounding characters. For instance, saying 'dǒng' instead of 'dōng' can lead to misunderstanding. Ensure you practice the correct tone to avoid confusion.

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Etymology of 岽

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

mountain

Semantic (meaning)山
+
Phonetic (sound)东
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Origin

岽 = 山 + 东. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 岽

IDS Structure⿱山东
岽Full Character
=
山Shan1
top
东Dong1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say a mountain in Guangxi province in Chinese

“a mountain in Guangxi province” in Chinese is岽dōng

The character 岽 (dōng) refers to a specific type of mountain in Guangxi province, China. It is often used in geographical contexts, particularly when discussing the landscape or place names in that region.

When to use 岽

Since 岽 is a proper noun and a geographical term, it is used primarily in formal contexts such as maps, travel literature, or regional descriptions. Be careful with the pronunciation, as misplacing the tone can confuse it with unrelated terms.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 岽 with similar-sounding characters. For instance, saying 'dǒng' instead of 'dōng' can lead to misunderstanding. Ensure you practice the correct tone to avoid confusion.

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Word Family of 岽

Words Containing This Character1
岽dōngplace name in Guangxi province崬

Frequently Asked Questions about 岽

It refers to a type of mountain found in Guangxi province.

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