nrt, 11 strokes, radical 冂, rank #49724, Very Hard
冕
miǎn
crown in the form of a horizontal board with hanging decorations
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 冂, rank #49724, Very Hard
冕
miǎn
imperial crown
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 冂, rank #49724, Very Hard
miǎn(mian3) T3
1crown; ceremonial cap
2crown in the form of a horizontal board with hanging decorations
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March 24, 2026
冕miǎn(mian3)
The character 冕 (miǎn) refers to a crown or ceremonial cap, particularly those used in formal or imperial settings. It often represents authority and is associated with traditional Chinese culture, especially in historical contexts involving emperors and nobility.
Strokes11Radical冂Frequency#49724DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, the 冕 was not just a symbol of power but also used in important ceremonies, such as the coronation of emperors, reflecting the Confucian values of hierarchy and respect for authority.
Memory Tip
Imagine a majestic crown (冕) sitting on a throne, adorned with hanging decorations. The character itself has a roof-like structure at the top, suggesting a crown sitting above a head, while its pronunciation 'miǎn' sounds like 'meant' as in 'meant to rule'.
Meanings of 冕
miǎn(mian3)
1crown; ceremonial cap
2crown in the form of a horizontal board with hanging decorations
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About 冕
冕Simplified
11Strokes
冂Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
冕 (miǎn) vs 帽 (mào) — choose 冕 for ceremonial or imperial significance, while 帽 refers to general hats.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a majestic crown (冕) sitting on a throne, adorned with hanging decorations. The character itself has a roof-like structure at the top, suggesting a crown sitting above a head, while its pronunciation 'miǎn' sounds like 'meant' as in 'meant to rule'.
Usage Notes
When using 冕, it is important to recognize that it is typically used in formal or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Common collocations include 冕旒 (miǎn liú, ceremonial cap with tassels) and 冕冕 (miǎn miǎn, a poetic way to refer to crowns).
HSK Study Tips
Although 冕 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects to other HSK vocabulary related to royalty and authority, such as 王 (wáng, king) and 皇帝 (huáng dì, emperor). Students should focus on recognizing its usage in historical texts.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, the 冕 was not just a symbol of power but also used in important ceremonies, such as the coronation of emperors, reflecting the Confucian values of hierarchy and respect for authority.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 冕 with similar characters like 军 (jūn, army) due to visual similarities. Remember, 冕 specifically relates to crowns and ceremonial headgear.
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Grammar Patterns of 冕
冕 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Elizabeth was crowned in Westminster Abbey on 2 June
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加雷·卡斯帕罗夫卫冕了他国际象棋世界冠军的称号。
jiā léi· · kǎ sī pà luó fū wèi miǎn le tā guó jì xiàng qí shì jiè guān jūn de chēng。
Gary Kasparov has retained his title as world chess champion.
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瞧, 新国王加冕了.
qiáo, , xīn guó wáng jiā miǎn.
Behold, the new king is crowned.
Cultural Notes for 冕
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient China, the 冕 was not just a symbol of power but also used in important ceremonies, such as the coronation of emperors, reflecting the Confucian values of hierarchy and respect for authority.
Word Family of 冕
Words Containing This Character9
卫冕to defend the crown (in sports championship)衛冕
加冕to crown
冠冕堂皇high-sounding
冕miǎnimperial crown
冠冕royal crown
日冕corona
冕宁Mianning county in Liangshan Yi autonomous prefecture 涼山彞族自治州|凉山彝族自治州[LiángshānYízúzìzhìzhōu], south Sichuan冕寧
冕宁县Mianning county in Liangshan Yi autonomous prefecture 涼山彞族自治州|凉山彝族自治州[LiángshānYízúzìzhìzhōu], south Sichuan冕寧縣
北冕座Corona Borealis (constellation)
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Compound Meaning
What does 卫冕 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 冕
It is pronounced as 'miǎn'.
No, 冕 is typically reserved for formal or historical contexts.
Related words include 王 (wáng, king) and 皇帝 (huáng dì, emperor), which also relate to authority.
