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鸝 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鸝líChinese oriole; Oriolus oriolusx, 30 strokes, radical 鳥
lí(li2) T2
  1. 1Chinese oriole; Oriolus oriolus
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March 24, 2026

鸝lí(li2)

The character 鸝 (lí) refers specifically to the Chinese oriole, a bird known for its bright yellow and black plumage. It is often associated with beauty and is celebrated in Chinese poetry and literature. The oriole is also known for its melodious song, which adds to its cultural significance.

Strokes30Radical鳥
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the oriole is often seen as a symbol of joy and happiness, and its song is associated with the arrival of spring. It's commonly referenced in poetry and is a favored subject for traditional Chinese paintings.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful yellow bird singing sweetly in a tree. The character 鸝 (lí) resembles a bird perched on a branch, reminding you of the oriole's melodious presence. Think of 'lily' for 'lí' to connect the sound with the bird's beauty in nature.

Meanings of 鸝

lí(li2)
1Chinese oriole; Oriolus oriolus
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About 鸝

鸝Simplified
30Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 鸝

Usage Notes

This character is primarily used in a literary or poetic context rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with other bird-related characters, and remember that it is often used in formal or artistic discussions about nature. The tone is the second tone, so it should rise slightly.

HSK Study Tips

Although 鸝 (lí) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it enriches your knowledge of nature-related terms in Chinese. Students should focus on similar characters related to birds or animals as they expand their vocabulary at lower levels.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鸝 (lí) with other bird characters like 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird.' For example, saying '我看到一只鸟' (wǒ kàn dào yī zhī niǎo) when they meant to specify the oriole would be incorrect if they want to convey a specific bird. Use '鸝' to be precise.

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Pronunciation of 鸝

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Etymology of 鸝

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)麗
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Case file: 鸝

  1. 1The meaning half鳥 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half麗 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 鸝?

Decomposition of 鸝

IDS Structure⿰麗鳥
鸝Full Character
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麗li4
left
鳥niao3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鸝?

How to say Chinese oriole; Oriolus oriolus in Chinese

“Chinese oriole; Oriolus oriolus” in Chinese is鸝lí

The character 鸝 (lí) refers specifically to the Chinese oriole, a bird known for its bright yellow and black plumage. It is often associated with beauty and is celebrated in Chinese poetry and literature. The oriole is also known for its melodious song, which adds to its cultural significance.

When to use 鸝

This character is primarily used in a literary or poetic context rather than in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with other bird-related characters, and remember that it is often used in formal or artistic discussions about nature. The tone is the second tone, so it should rise slightly.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鸝 (lí) with other bird characters like 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird.' For example, saying '我看到一只鸟' (wǒ kàn dào yī zhī niǎo) when they meant to specify the oriole would be incorrect if they want to convey a specific bird. Use '鸝' to be precise.

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鸝

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Word Family of 鸝

Words Containing This Character2
黄鹂yellow oriole (Oriolus chinensis)黃鸝
鹂líChinese oriole鸝
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Compound Meaning

What does 黄鹂 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鸝

It means 'Chinese oriole,' a bird known for its beautiful song and vibrant colors.

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