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嵬 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
嵬wéirugged, rocky, precipitousg, 12 strokes, radical 山
wéi(wei2) T2
  1. 1rugged, rocky, precipitous
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March 24, 2026

嵬wéi(wei2)

The character 嵬 (wéi) refers to steep, rugged, or rocky terrains, often describing mountains or cliffs. It emphasizes the dramatic and imposing nature of such landscapes, commonly used in literature or descriptions of nature.

Strokes12Radical山
Cultural Note

In Chinese poetry and literature, rugged landscapes represented by 嵬 often symbolize challenges and the beauty of nature's raw power, reflecting the traditional appreciation for mountainous scenery in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 嵬 as a steep mountain (山) where the rocks (石) seem to tower and create a rugged landscape. Imagine a climber gazing up at a daunting cliff, reminding you of its pronunciation 'wéi' as they wonder how to ascend safely.

Meanings of 嵬

wéi(wei2)
1rugged, rocky, precipitous
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About 嵬

嵬Simplified
12Strokes
山Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

It's important to use 嵬 in contexts related to nature or geography, particularly when emphasizing the ruggedness of a landscape. A common mistake is to confuse it with less dramatic terms; be mindful of the tone and context when using it to ensure clarity.

HSK Study Tips

Although 嵬 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK 4-5 level words related to nature, like 山 (mountain) and 岩 (rock). Focus on understanding how it describes landscapes to improve your descriptive vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 嵬 with less steep or rugged terms like 平 (flat) or 和 (peaceful), leading to incorrect descriptions of landscapes. Remember, 嵬 implies a dramatic, rugged feature, not something gentle or even.

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Etymology of 嵬

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

mountain

Semantic (meaning)山
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Phonetic (sound)鬼
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Origin

嵬 = 山 + 鬼. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 嵬

IDS Structure⿱山鬼
嵬Full Character
=
山Shan1
top
鬼gui3
bottom
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Parts

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How to say rugged, rocky, precipitous in Chinese

“rugged, rocky, precipitous” in Chinese is嵬wéi

The character 嵬 (wéi) refers to steep, rugged, or rocky terrains, often describing mountains or cliffs. It emphasizes the dramatic and imposing nature of such landscapes, commonly used in literature or descriptions of nature.

When to use 嵬

It's important to use 嵬 in contexts related to nature or geography, particularly when emphasizing the ruggedness of a landscape. A common mistake is to confuse it with less dramatic terms; be mindful of the tone and context when using it to ensure clarity.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 嵬 with less steep or rugged terms like 平 (flat) or 和 (peaceful), leading to incorrect descriptions of landscapes. Remember, 嵬 implies a dramatic, rugged feature, not something gentle or even.

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Word Family of 嵬

Words Containing This Character2
嵬wéirocky
崔嵬stony mound
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Words with 嵬

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Frequently Asked Questions about 嵬

The correct pronunciation is 'wéi', with a rising tone.

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