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砗 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
砗chēgiant clam, Tridacna gigasn, 9 strokes, radical 石
chē(che1) T1
  1. 1giant clam, Tridacna gigas
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March 24, 2026

砗(硨)chē(che1)

The character 砗 (chē) refers specifically to the giant clam, a marine bivalve mollusk known for its impressive size and vibrant colors. Commonly found in tropical oceans, it is significant in both ecological systems and culinary dishes in certain cultures, particularly in Asia.

Strokes9Radical石
Cultural Note

In Chinese cuisine, giant clams are often considered a delicacy and are featured in various seafood dishes, especially in coastal regions. Their shells are also used in traditional crafts and jewelry.

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Imagine a gigantic clam (the meaning of 砗) that is so large it could be a chair (sounds like 'chē'). Picture yourself sitting on this clam by the beach, reminding you of both its size and pronunciation.

Meanings of 砗

chē(che1)
1giant clam, Tridacna gigas
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About 砗

砗Simplified
硨Traditional
9Strokes
石Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

While 砗 is a specific term for a type of clam, it is not frequently used in everyday conversation, and learners may confuse it with related seafood terms. It is more common in specialized contexts such as marine biology or culinary discussions. Pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing it could change its meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 砗 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding this term can enhance your knowledge of marine life vocabulary, which often appears in advanced discussions. Focus on the context in which marine terms are used in Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 砗 with similar-sounding characters or mistakenly use it in informal contexts. For example, saying '我喜欢吃砗' (I like to eat 砗) might sound awkward if not in the right culinary context; instead, use '我喜欢吃大蛤蜊' (I like to eat giant clams) for clarity.

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Etymology of 砗

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

Semantic (meaning)石
+
Phonetic (sound)车
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Origin

砗 = 石 + 车. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 砗

IDS Structure⿰石车
砗Full Character
=
石dan4
left
车Che1
right
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Parts

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How to say giant clam, Tridacna gigas in Chinese

“giant clam, Tridacna gigas” in Chinese is砗chē

The character 砗 (chē) refers specifically to the giant clam, a marine bivalve mollusk known for its impressive size and vibrant colors. Commonly found in tropical oceans, it is significant in both ecological systems and culinary dishes in certain cultures, particularly in Asia.

When to use 砗

While 砗 is a specific term for a type of clam, it is not frequently used in everyday conversation, and learners may confuse it with related seafood terms. It is more common in specialized contexts such as marine biology or culinary discussions. Pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing it could change its meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 砗 with similar-sounding characters or mistakenly use it in informal contexts. For example, saying '我喜欢吃砗' (I like to eat 砗) might sound awkward if not in the right culinary context; instead, use '我喜欢吃大蛤蜊' (I like to eat giant clams) for clarity.

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Word Family of 砗

Words Containing This Character1
砗chēTridacna gigas硨

Frequently Asked Questions about 砗

It refers to the giant clam, a large bivalve mollusk.

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