鼣 (fèi) - A legendary rat-like creature said to live in

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fèi ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

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鼣 · fèi

A legendary rat-like creature said to live in the mountains, known for its loud cry that resembles a dog's bark.

A legendary rat-like creature said to live in

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Mountain 鼣鼣 cryLegendary 鼣RatAncient 鼣
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text describes a creature called 鼣 that lives in the mountains (山中有鼣).
  • It is said that the 鼣 makes a sound like a barking dog (其声如犬).
  • The 鼣 is mentioned in classical Chinese texts (古籍中提到的鼣).

Collocations

  • Mountain 鼣(山鼣)
  • 鼣 cry(鼣鸣)
  • Legendary 鼣(传说中的鼣)
  • Rat-like 鼣(鼠形鼣)
  • Ancient 鼣(古鼣)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in ancient Chinese texts like the Classic of Mountains and Seas (《山海经》) as a mythical creature.
  • Described as a rat that lives in mountains and barks like a dog, representing one of many mythical animals in Chinese folklore.
  • Part of China's rich tradition of mythological creatures documented in classical literature.

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