Meanings of 蹼
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蹼 is primarily used in formal or scientific contexts when discussing animal anatomy. Avoid using it in casual conversation about pets unless specifically referring to their feet. Be cautious with tones; mispronouncing it as 'pù' could change the meaning entirely.
蹼 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but it relates to other animal-related words at a similar level, such as 鳥 (bird) and 魚 (fish). Focus on the context of animal anatomy to deepen understanding.
Learners often confuse 蹼 with other foot-related characters, such as 足 (foot), which refers to feet in a general sense. Remember, 蹼 specifically signifies webbed feet.
Pronunciation of 蹼
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Etymology of 蹼
foot
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Case file: 蹼
- 1The meaning half足 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half菐 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayfoot
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say webbed feet in Chinese
“webbed feet” in Chinese is蹼
蹼 (pǔ) refers to webbed feet, commonly associated with animals like ducks and frogs. It describes the structure that helps these animals swim efficiently. The term can be used in biological contexts or when discussing specific animal characteristics.
When to use 蹼
蹼 is primarily used in formal or scientific contexts when discussing animal anatomy. Avoid using it in casual conversation about pets unless specifically referring to their feet. Be cautious with tones; mispronouncing it as 'pù' could change the meaning entirely.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 蹼 with other foot-related characters, such as 足 (foot), which refers to feet in a general sense. Remember, 蹼 specifically signifies webbed feet.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蹼
It is pronounced as 'pǔ', with a rising tone.
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