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鷫 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鷫sùthe turquoise kingfisherx, 24 strokes, radical 鳥
sù(su4) T4
  1. 1the turquoise kingfisher
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March 24, 2026

鷫sù(su4)

The character 鷫 (sù) refers to the turquoise kingfisher, a small bird known for its vibrant blue-green plumage and swift flight. This bird is often associated with rivers and wetlands, making it a symbol of agility and grace in nature. In literature and poetry, the turquoise kingfisher can evoke themes of beauty and freedom.

Strokes24Radical鳥
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, birds are often celebrated for their beauty and symbolism. The turquoise kingfisher, in particular, may appear in traditional art and poetry, representing not just nature, but also the fleeting beauty of life.

Memory Tip

Imagine the turquoise kingfisher soaring over a shimmering river, its feathers glistening like jewels. The character 鷫 has a radical for 'bird' (鳥) which connects to its meaning, while the 'sù' pronunciation can be remembered by thinking of 'swoop' as it dives for fish.

Meanings of 鷫

sù(su4)
1the turquoise kingfisher
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About 鷫

鷫Simplified
24Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 鷫, it is important to note that it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation due to its specific biological reference. It is more likely to appear in written contexts, such as nature writing or poetry. Be careful with pronunciation, ensuring that the tone is correct to avoid confusion with other characters.

HSK Study Tips

Since 鷫 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners should focus on bird-related vocabulary and nature terms found in HSK levels 3-5. Understanding how to describe animals and their habitats can help bridge to this more advanced character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鷫 with other bird characters due to similar pronunciation. For example, mixing it up with 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird'. It's important to remember that 鷫 specifically refers to the turquoise kingfisher.

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Etymology of 鷫

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

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)肅
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Case file: 鷫

  1. 1The meaning half鳥 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half肅 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaybird
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 鷫

IDS Structure⿰肅鳥
鷫Full Character
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肅su4
left
鳥niao3
right
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How to say the turquoise kingfisher in Chinese

“the turquoise kingfisher” in Chinese is鷫sù

The character 鷫 (sù) refers to the turquoise kingfisher, a small bird known for its vibrant blue-green plumage and swift flight. This bird is often associated with rivers and wetlands, making it a symbol of agility and grace in nature. In literature and poetry, the turquoise kingfisher can evoke themes of beauty and freedom.

When to use 鷫

When using 鷫, it is important to note that it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation due to its specific biological reference. It is more likely to appear in written contexts, such as nature writing or poetry. Be careful with pronunciation, ensuring that the tone is correct to avoid confusion with other characters.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鷫 with other bird characters due to similar pronunciation. For example, mixing it up with 鸟 (niǎo), which simply means 'bird'. It's important to remember that 鷫 specifically refers to the turquoise kingfisher.

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Word Family of 鷫

Words Containing This Character1
鹔sùgreen, long-necked mythical bird鷫
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Compound Meaning

What does 鹔 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鷫

It means 'turquoise kingfisher', a type of small, colorful bird.

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