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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
嵋méithe Omei mountain in Sichuang, 12 strokes, radical 山
méi(mei2) T2
  1. 1the Omei mountain in Sichuan
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March 24, 2026

嵋méi(mei2)

嵋 (méi) is a character that specifically refers to Mount Emei, a prominent mountain in Sichuan, China, known for its scenic beauty and historical significance in Buddhism. The character captures the essence of a mountainous landscape, often associated with natural beauty and spiritual pilgrimage.

Strokes12Radical山
Cultural Note

Mount Emei is one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China and is recognized for its ancient temples and the iconic golden Buddha statue. It's a popular pilgrimage site, drawing visitors for both its natural beauty and religious importance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a majestic mountain (山) rising above the clouds, resembling a woman's silhouette (女) in grace. The character 嵋 combines these elements, evoking the image of a beautiful mountain and its connection to femininity, which can help you remember its pronunciation as méi.

Meanings of 嵋

méi(mei2)
1the Omei mountain in Sichuan
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About 嵋

嵋Simplified
12Strokes
山Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 嵋

Usage Notes

When discussing Mount Emei, be mindful to use the full name 峨嵋山 (Éméishān) for clarity. This character is typically used in formal contexts, such as travel literature or cultural discussions, rather than casual conversation. Avoid mispronouncing it; the correct tone is second, méi.

HSK Study Tips

Although 嵋 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for learners at higher levels interested in geography or culture. Focus on understanding the significance of Emei Mountain in Chinese culture and how it relates to other geographical terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 嵋 with similar characters due to its complex structure. For example, writing 嵋 as 美 (měi, meaning 'beautiful') is common; remember that 嵋 specifically refers to Mount Emei.

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Etymology of 嵋

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

mountain

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

嵋 = 山 + 眉. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 嵋

IDS Structure⿰山眉
嵋Full Character
=
山Shan1
left
眉mei2
right
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Parts

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How to say the Omei mountain in Sichuan in Chinese

“the Omei mountain in Sichuan” in Chinese is嵋méi

嵋 (méi) is a character that specifically refers to Mount Emei, a prominent mountain in Sichuan, China, known for its scenic beauty and historical significance in Buddhism. The character captures the essence of a mountainous landscape, often associated with natural beauty and spiritual pilgrimage.

When to use 嵋

When discussing Mount Emei, be mindful to use the full name 峨嵋山 (Éméishān) for clarity. This character is typically used in formal contexts, such as travel literature or cultural discussions, rather than casual conversation. Avoid mispronouncing it; the correct tone is second, méi.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 嵋 with similar characters due to its complex structure. For example, writing 嵋 as 美 (měi, meaning 'beautiful') is common; remember that 嵋 specifically refers to Mount Emei.

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Word Family of 嵋

Words Containing This Character1
嵋méiMt Emei in Sichuan, one of the Four Sacred Mountains and Bodhimanda of Samantabhadra 普賢|普贤

Frequently Asked Questions about 嵋

It refers to Mount Emei, a famous mountain in Sichuan known for its beauty and Buddhist heritage.

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