鶒 (chì) - A type of waterbird, specifically the mandarin duck & often used in classical literature and poetry.

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鶒 · chì

A type of waterbird, specifically the mandarin duck or similar species;

often used in classical literature and poetry.

A type of waterbird, specifically the mandarin duckoften used in classical literature and poetry.

Usage highlights

mandarin duckpaired mandarin duckswater bird鶒鶒成双鶒鸟戏水

Synonyms

  • 鸳鸯— mandarin duck (more common term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The mandarin ducks swim in pairs (鶒鶒成双).
  • Ancient poets often mentioned this bird (古诗中的鶒).
  • The pond was home to these beautiful birds (池中有鶒).

Collocations

  • mandarin duck(鶒鸟)
  • paired mandarin ducks(鶒鶒)
  • water bird(水鶒)
  • mandarin ducks in pairs(鶒鶒成双)
  • mandarin ducks playing in water(鶒鸟戏水)

Idioms

  • Mandarin ducks playing in water(鶒鸟戏水)
  • Paired mandarin ducks never separate(鶒鶒不离)
  • As devoted as mandarin ducks(如鶒之专)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, mandarin ducks symbolize marital fidelity and conjugal affection.
  • Often depicted in traditional paintings and poetry as symbols of love and partnership.
  • Considered auspicious in marriage ceremonies and romantic contexts.

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