(miè) - A type of small bird, specifically referring to

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miè | 16 strokes | radical:

· miè

A type of small bird, specifically referring to the wren or similar small songbirds in Chinese ornithological classification.

A type of small bird, specifically referring to

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 鹪鹩wren (alternative term)
  • 小鸟small bird (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The wren (鴓鸟) is known for its melodious song.
  • Ornithologists study various species including the wren (鴓).
  • This small bird (鴓) builds intricate nests in bushes.

Collocations

  • wren bird(鴓鸟)
  • small wren(小鴓)
  • wren's nest(鴓巢)
  • wren species(鴓类)
  • singing wren(鸣鴓)
  • forest wren(林鴓)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鴓 appears in classical Chinese texts describing small birds and their characteristics.
  • In traditional Chinese ornithology, 鴓 was used to categorize specific small songbird species.
  • The character reflects the detailed classification of birds in Chinese natural history.

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