彘 (zhì) - Pig & swine

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zhì ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

志

彘 · zhì

Pig;

swine;

specifically refers to domestic pigs or hogs, often used in classical Chinese texts.

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Usage highlights

Domestic pigPig farmingPig meatPigstyWild boarSacrificial pig

Synonyms

  • 猪— pig (modern common term)
  • 豕— pig (archaic term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The farmer raised pigs (彘) for meat.
  • In ancient times, pigs (彘) were common livestock.
  • The character 彘 appears in classical texts like Mencius (孟子).
  • Archaeological sites show evidence of domesticated pigs (彘).

Collocations

  • Domestic pig(家彘)
  • Pig farming(养彘)
  • Pig meat(彘肉)
  • Pigsty(彘圈)
  • Wild boar(野彘)
  • Sacrificial pig(祭彘)

Idioms

  • Like a dog or pig(犬彘不如)
  • Chicken, pig, dog, and sheep(鸡豚狗彘)
  • Pig's trotters and dog's paws(彘蹄犬爪)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 彘 was a common term for pigs in classical Chinese literature, especially in pre-Qin texts.
  • Pigs were important domestic animals in ancient China, valued for meat and sacrificial purposes.
  • The character 彘 appears in historical records and philosophical works, reflecting its significance in early Chinese society.

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