鼊 (bì) - A large sea turtle & specifically refers to the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys

鼊Tone 4

bì ｜ 26 strokes ｜ radical:

傲不

鼊 · bì

A large sea turtle;

specifically refers to the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata).

A large sea turtlespecifically refers to the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys

Usage highlights

Hawksbill turtleTurtle shellSea turtleGiant turtleTortoiseshell

Synonyms

  • 玳瑁— hawksbill turtle (more common term)
  • 龟— turtle (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The hawksbill turtle (鼊) is an endangered species.
  • Ancient Chinese texts mention the sea turtle (鼊) in medicinal contexts.
  • The shell of the hawksbill (鼊壳) was used in traditional crafts.

Collocations

  • Hawksbill turtle(鼊龟)
  • Turtle shell(鼊壳)
  • Sea turtle(海鼊)
  • Giant turtle(巨鼊)
  • Tortoiseshell(鼊甲)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in classical Chinese texts as a type of large sea turtle.
  • The hawksbill turtle's shell (tortoiseshell) was historically used for decorative objects and inlays in Chinese art.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, turtle shells were sometimes used, though specific references to 鼊 are rare.

FAQ