鷓 (zhè) - Partridge — refers to the partridge bird, specifically

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zhè ｜ 22 strokes ｜ radical:

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鷓 · zhè

Partridge — refers to the partridge bird, specifically the Chinese francolin, often used in classical poetry and literature to evoke themes of longing and nostalgia.

Partridge — refers to the partridge bird, specifically

Usage highlights

PartridgePartridge cryPartridge featherPartridge poemPartridge patternPartridge call

Synonyms

  • 雉— pheasant (another game bird)
  • 鵪鶉— quail (smaller game bird)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The partridge's call sounds mournful (鷓鴣啼聲).
  • This poem mentions partridges (鷓鴣).
  • Partridge feathers are beautifully patterned (鷓鴣羽毛).
  • The partridge is a common poetic motif (鷓鴣意象).

Collocations

  • Partridge(鷓鴣)
  • Partridge cry(鷓鴣啼)
  • Partridge feather(鷓鴣羽)
  • Partridge poem(鷓鴣詩)
  • Partridge pattern(鷓鴣斑)
  • Partridge call(鷓鴣鳴)

Idioms

  • Partridges fly in pairs(鷓鴣雙飛)
  • Partridges call in the southern fields(鷓鴣南畝鳴)
  • The partridge's cry evokes homesickness(鷓鴣啼鄉愁)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The partridge (鷓鴣) is a common motif in classical Chinese poetry, often symbolizing sorrow, longing, or nostalgia due to its mournful call.
  • In some traditions, the partridge is associated with fidelity and conjugal love, as they are often depicted in pairs.
  • The character appears frequently in Tang and Song dynasty poetry, particularly in works by Li Bai and others.

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