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腚dìngbuttockszg, 12 strokes, radical ⺼, rank #68318, Very Hard
腚dìngbuttunknown, 12 strokes, radical ⺼, rank #68318, Very Hard
dìng(ding4) T4
  1. 1buttocks
  2. 2butt
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March 24, 2026

腚dìng(ding4)

The character 腚 (dìng) refers specifically to the buttocks or rear end. It is often used in informal contexts and can carry a somewhat humorous or vulgar connotation, making it less suitable for formal conversations.

Strokes12Radical⺼Frequency#68318DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, references to body parts can often be more direct and less taboo compared to some Western cultures, which may shy away from discussing such topics openly.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large, round 'ding' sound as you hit a soft cushion. The character 腚 has a '肉' (meat) radical, suggesting something fleshy, which connects to the soft, rounded shape of the buttocks.

Meanings of 腚

dìng(ding4)
1buttocks
2butt
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About 腚

腚Simplified
12Strokes
⺼Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 腚

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the use of 腚 in formal settings, as it can be considered crude or inappropriate. Common collocations include 腚部 (dìng bù, buttocks region) and 腚肉 (dìng ròu, butt meat), which are often used in a humorous context. Watch out for tonal mistakes; the first tone is crucial.

HSK Study Tips

Although 腚 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, it can be connected to other body-related terms at this level. Students should focus on pronunciation and context of usage in everyday conversation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 腚 with other body-related terms, such as 背 (bèi, back) or 屁股 (pìgu, butt). For example, saying 腚 instead of 屁股 in a casual conversation can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 腚

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

flesh

Semantic (meaning)⺼
+
Phonetic (sound)定
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Origin

腚 = ⺼ + 定. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 腚

IDS Structure⿰⺼定
腚Full Character
=
⺼rou4
left
定ding4
right
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Parts

Which of these is part of 腚?

How to say buttocks in Chinese

“buttocks” in Chinese is腚dìng

The character 腚 (dìng) refers specifically to the buttocks or rear end. It is often used in informal contexts and can carry a somewhat humorous or vulgar connotation, making it less suitable for formal conversations.

When to use 腚

Be cautious with the use of 腚 in formal settings, as it can be considered crude or inappropriate. Common collocations include 腚部 (dìng bù, buttocks region) and 腚肉 (dìng ròu, butt meat), which are often used in a humorous context. Watch out for tonal mistakes; the first tone is crucial.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 腚 with other body-related terms, such as 背 (bèi, back) or 屁股 (pìgu, butt). For example, saying 腚 instead of 屁股 in a casual conversation can lead to misunderstandings.

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Word Family of 腚

Words Containing This Character1
腚dìngbutt

Frequently Asked Questions about 腚

It can be considered vulgar or humorous, so use it with caution in appropriate contexts.

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