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鷦 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鷦jiāowrenx, 23 strokes, radical 鳥
jiāo(jiao1) T1
  1. 1wren
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March 24, 2026

鷦jiāo(jiao1)

The character 鷦 (jiāo) refers to a small bird known as a wren, typically characterized by its short wings and energetic behavior. It is a term often used in literature and poetry to evoke imagery of nature and the delicate beauty of small creatures. In everyday conversation, it may not be frequently used, but it is significant in specific contexts related to ornithology or nature appreciation.

Strokes23Radical鳥
Cultural Note

In Chinese poetry and literature, birds like the wren are often symbols of freedom and the beauty of nature. The mention of such birds can evoke feelings of nostalgia and connection to the natural world.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tiny bird flitting about, its name sounding like 'jiāo' which rhymes with 'meow.' The character 鷦 has the radical 鳥 (bird), reminding you that it pertains to avian life. Picture a 'jewel' of a bird, small and lively, and you’ll remember that 鷦 represents this charming wren.

Meanings of 鷦

jiāo(jiao1)
1wren
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About 鷦

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

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AI Study Notes for 鷦

Usage Notes

Learners should note that 鷦 is a more literary term and may not be understood in casual conversation. It is important to use it in contexts where nature or specific bird species are discussed. Watch out for tone confusion; the correct pronunciation is jiāo (first tone), not jiào (fourth tone).

HSK Study Tips

While 鷦 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other nature-related terms in HSK levels, particularly in Level 3 and above where students begin to learn more about animals. Students should focus on recognizing the radical for birds (鳥) in other characters.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鷦 with similar-sounding words or characters. For example, using 鷦 when they mean another bird like 鳥 (niǎo, meaning 'bird') is incorrect. Remember, 鷦 specifically refers to a wren.

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Etymology of 鷦

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

bird

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)焦
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Case file: 鷦

  1. 1The meaning half鳥 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half焦 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaybird
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 鷦?

Decomposition of 鷦

IDS Structure⿰焦鳥
鷦Full Character
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焦Jiao1
left
鳥niao3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鷦?

How to say wren in Chinese

“wren” in Chinese is鷦jiāo

The character 鷦 (jiāo) refers to a small bird known as a wren, typically characterized by its short wings and energetic behavior. It is a term often used in literature and poetry to evoke imagery of nature and the delicate beauty of small creatures. In everyday conversation, it may not be frequently used, but it is significant in specific contexts related to ornithology or nature appreciation.

When to use 鷦

Learners should note that 鷦 is a more literary term and may not be understood in casual conversation. It is important to use it in contexts where nature or specific bird species are discussed. Watch out for tone confusion; the correct pronunciation is jiāo (first tone), not jiào (fourth tone).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鷦 with similar-sounding words or characters. For example, using 鷦 when they mean another bird like 鳥 (niǎo, meaning 'bird') is incorrect. Remember, 鷦 specifically refers to a wren.

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鷦

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Word Family of 鷦

Words Containing This Character2
鹪jiāoeastern wren鷦
鹪鹩(bird species of China) Eurasian wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)鷦鷯
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Compound Meaning

What does 鹪 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鷦

It means 'wren,' a small bird known for its energetic behavior.

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