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敻 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
敻xiòngremote, far away; preeminentzg, 15 strokes, radical 攵
敻xiòngsurname Xiongunknown, 15 strokes, radical 攵
xiòng(Xiong4) T4
  1. 1remote, far away; preeminent
Also a Chinese surname, Xiong — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

敻xiòng(Xiong4)

The character 敻 (xiòng) primarily conveys the meaning of being remote or far away. It can also denote something that is preeminent or superior in a certain context. Additionally, it is a surname, Xiong, which is common in Chinese-speaking regions.

Strokes15Radical攵
Cultural Note

The surname Xiong (熊) is associated with strength and bear-like qualities in Chinese culture, often seen as auspicious. The character 敻 may appear in literary contexts that emphasize exceptional qualities or remote places, highlighting the beauty of nature in Chinese poetry.

Memory Tip

Imagine a distant mountain peak that stands tall and far away in the horizon, signifying something extraordinary and eminent. The character 敻 combines the radical for 'earth' (土) and 'long' (长), suggesting that something far away stands out against the landscape.

Meanings of 敻

xiòng(Xiong4)
1remote, far away; preeminent
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About 敻

敻Simplified
15Strokes
攵Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Due to its rarity, 敻 is often confused with more common synonyms for 'remote' or 'far away.' It is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. Be cautious about using it in contexts that require a more casual tone—opt for simpler terms instead.

HSK Study Tips

While 敻 is not included in the HSK levels, it can be connected to words dealing with distance or superiority. Students should focus on recognizing its usage in literature or formal writing, as well as understanding its role as a surname.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 敻 with more common words like 远 (yuǎn) for 'far away.' For example, saying 敻 is too far can be incorrect; it’s better to use 远 in casual contexts.

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Etymology of 敻

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

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Semantic (meaning)夂
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Origin

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Decomposition of 敻

IDS Structure⿱?夂
敻Full Character
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夂zhi3
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How to say remote, far away; preeminent in Chinese

“remote, far away; preeminent” in Chinese is敻xiòng

The character 敻 (xiòng) primarily conveys the meaning of being remote or far away. It can also denote something that is preeminent or superior in a certain context. Additionally, it is a surname, Xiong, which is common in Chinese-speaking regions.

When to use 敻

Due to its rarity, 敻 is often confused with more common synonyms for 'remote' or 'far away.' It is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. Be cautious about using it in contexts that require a more casual tone—opt for simpler terms instead.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 敻 with more common words like 远 (yuǎn) for 'far away.' For example, saying 敻 is too far can be incorrect; it’s better to use 远 in casual contexts.

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Word Family of 敻

Words Containing This Character1
敻xiòngsurname Xiong

Frequently Asked Questions about 敻

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