(máo) - yak (Bos grunniens) & refers to the long-haired bovine found in the

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máo | 8 strokes | radical: 牜

· máo

yak (Bos grunniens);

refers to the long-haired bovine found in the Himalayan region.

yak (Bos grunniens)refers to the long-haired bovine found in the

Usage highlights

yakyak milkyak hairyak butterwild yakdomesticated yak

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The Tibetan Plateau is home to many yaks (牦牛).
  • Yak milk is used to make butter (牦牛黄油).
  • Yak hair is used for textiles (牦牛毛).

Collocations

  • yak(牦牛)
  • yak milk(牦牛奶)
  • yak hair(牦牛毛)
  • yak butter(牦牛酥油)
  • wild yak(野牦牛)
  • domesticated yak(家牦牛)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The yak is a culturally significant animal in Tibetan and Himalayan regions, vital for transportation, milk, meat, and fiber.
  • Yaks are well-adapted to high-altitude environments and are a symbol of resilience and sustenance for plateau peoples.

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