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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
篪chíbamboo fluteg, 16 strokes, radical ⺮
篪chíbamboo flute with 7 or 8 holesunknown, 16 strokes, radical ⺮
chí(chi2) T2
  1. 1bamboo flute
  2. 2bamboo flute with 7 or 8 holes
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March 24, 2026

篪chí(chi2)

The character 篪 (chí) refers to a traditional Chinese bamboo flute, typically featuring seven or eight holes. This instrument is often used in Chinese music, especially in folk and classical contexts, and is known for its soft, melodious sound that evokes a sense of tranquility and beauty.

Strokes16Radical⺮
Cultural Note

The 篪 flute has deep roots in Chinese culture, often featured in traditional music during festivals and ceremonies. It symbolizes harmony and the beauty of nature, reflecting the importance of bamboo in Chinese art and music.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bamboo flute (the shape of 篪) being played in a serene bamboo forest. The left side of the character looks like a flute, while the right side can remind you of the holes where you place your fingers, helping you remember both the sound and the look of the instrument.

Meanings of 篪

chí(chi2)
1bamboo flute
2bamboo flute with 7 or 8 holes
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About 篪

篪Simplified
16Strokes
⺮Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

While 篪 specifically refers to a type of bamboo flute, learners might confuse it with other wind instruments. It is generally used in formal contexts related to music. Be cautious with the tone as 'chí' has a rising sound that distinguishes it from other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 篪 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this term can enhance your appreciation of Chinese music culture. Focus on related musical terms and instruments, as they often appear in cultural discussions at the intermediate levels.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 篪 with other musical terms, leading to incorrect usage when referring to flutes in general. For example, saying '我喜欢吹笛子' (wǒ xǐhuān chuī dízi - 'I like to play the flute') instead of specifying 篪 when referring to this specific instrument can lead to ambiguity.

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Etymology of 篪

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

bamboo

Semantic (meaning)⺮
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Phonetic (sound)虒
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Origin

篪 = ⺮ + 虒. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 篪

IDS Structure⿱⺮虒
篪Full Character
=
⺮zhu2
top
虒si1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say bamboo flute in Chinese

“bamboo flute” in Chinese is篪chí

The character 篪 (chí) refers to a traditional Chinese bamboo flute, typically featuring seven or eight holes. This instrument is often used in Chinese music, especially in folk and classical contexts, and is known for its soft, melodious sound that evokes a sense of tranquility and beauty.

When to use 篪

While 篪 specifically refers to a type of bamboo flute, learners might confuse it with other wind instruments. It is generally used in formal contexts related to music. Be cautious with the tone as 'chí' has a rising sound that distinguishes it from other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 篪 with other musical terms, leading to incorrect usage when referring to flutes in general. For example, saying '我喜欢吹笛子' (wǒ xǐhuān chuī dízi - 'I like to play the flute') instead of specifying 篪 when referring to this specific instrument can lead to ambiguity.

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Word Family of 篪

Words Containing This Character2
杨洁篪Yang Jiechi (1950-), Chinese politician and diplomat, foreign minister of PRC 2007-2013楊潔篪
篪chíbamboo flute with 7 or 8 holes
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Frequently Asked Questions about 篪

篪 specifically refers to a bamboo flute with 7 or 8 holes, while other flutes may vary in construction, sound, and number of holes.

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