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March 24, 2026
蛛zhū(zhu1)
The character 蛛 (zhū) specifically refers to a spider, a creature known for its ability to weave webs. It is commonly used in more formal contexts or in combination with other characters, such as 蜘蛛 (zhīzhū), which means 'spider' in a more general sense. This character evokes the image of a spider and is often used in discussions about nature or biology.
Strokes12Radical虫Frequency#16246DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, spiders are sometimes seen as symbols of wealth and good luck, often associated with bringing fortune to households. This belief may influence how the character 蛛 is perceived in various contexts.
Memory Tip
Imagine a spider (蛛) that dangles from a web, weaving intricate patterns. The character has the radical 虫 (insect) on the left, reminding you that it is an insect, and the right side resembles a web being spun, linking the imagery to its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 蛛
zhū(zhu1)
1spider
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About 蛛
蛛Simplified
12Strokes
虫Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
While 蛛 is not commonly used alone in everyday conversation, it can appear in more specific or scientific discussions. Be careful with pronunciation; the 'zh' sound can be tricky for learners. It is often paired with 蜘蛛 (zhīzhū), so remember that using it alone may sound formal or technical.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蛛 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is related to the HSK Level 1 word 蜘蛛 (zhīzhū). Focus on recognizing this character within the context of discussions about animals or nature, as it can enrich your vocabulary in those areas.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 蛛 with other similar characters like 虫 (insect), which can lead to misunderstandings. For instance, saying '我看到虫' (wǒ kàn dào huǐ) when wanting to say 'I saw a spider' should be corrected to '我看到蛛'.
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Pronunciation of 蛛
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Phonosemantic compound. 虫 represents the meaning and 朱 represents the sound.
1The meaning half虫 carries the sense.
2The sound half朱 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayinsect
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 蛛?
Decomposition of 蛛
IDS Structure⿰虫朱
蛛Full Character
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虫chong2
left
朱Zhu1
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 蛛?
How to say spider in Chinese
“spider” in Chinese is蛛zhū
The character 蛛 (zhū) specifically refers to a spider, a creature known for its ability to weave webs. It is commonly used in more formal contexts or in combination with other characters, such as 蜘蛛 (zhīzhū), which means 'spider' in a more general sense. This character evokes the image of a spider and is often used in discussions about nature or biology.
When to use 蛛
While 蛛 is not commonly used alone in everyday conversation, it can appear in more specific or scientific discussions. Be careful with pronunciation; the 'zh' sound can be tricky for learners. It is often paired with 蜘蛛 (zhīzhū), so remember that using it alone may sound formal or technical.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 蛛 with other similar characters like 虫 (insect), which can lead to misunderstandings. For instance, saying '我看到虫' (wǒ kàn dào huǐ) when wanting to say 'I saw a spider' should be corrected to '我看到蛛'.
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蛛
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Grammar Patterns of 蛛
蛛 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
有人能想出一种不会破坏生态环境而又能够赶跑蜘____的办法吗？
Can anyone suggest a method of deterring spiders which is ecologically sound?
Example Sentences for 蛛 (10)
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有人能想出一种不会破坏生态环境而又能够赶跑蜘蛛的办法吗？
yǒu rén néng xiǎng chū yī zhǒng bù huì pò huài shēng tài huán jìng ér yòu néng gòu gǎn pǎo zhī zhū de bàn fǎ ma？
Can anyone suggest a method of deterring spiders which is ecologically sound?
