used to transliterate words with sounds kip-, cap- etc
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
jié(jie2) T2
1used in transliterations
2box (dialect)
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March 24, 2026
喼jié(jie2)
The character 喼 (jié) is primarily used in transliterations of foreign words, particularly to represent sounds like 'kip-' or 'cap-'. In some dialects, it can also mean 'box', but this usage is less common in standard Mandarin. As a result, it is mostly encountered in specific contexts rather than everyday conversation.
Strokes12Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, transliteration plays a significant role in incorporating foreign concepts, products, and names into the language. Characters like 喼 help bridge the gap between Mandarin and other languages, reflecting the globalization of language.
Memory Tip
Imagine a box (the meaning) that is shaped like a 'cap', and you have to 'jié' (pronounced like 'jie') it shut. Picture yourself trying to keep the cap on the box, creating a vivid association between the character, its sound, and its meaning.
Meanings of 喼
jié(jie2)
1used in transliterations
2box (dialect)
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About 喼
喼Simplified
12Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 喼
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a box (the meaning) that is shaped like a 'cap', and you have to 'jié' (pronounced like 'jie') it shut. Picture yourself trying to keep the cap on the box, creating a vivid association between the character, its sound, and its meaning.
Usage Notes
喼 is rarely used in formal contexts because it is primarily a transliteration character. Learners may confuse it with similar-sounding characters; thus, it’s important to practice the correct pronunciation and context. Common collocations include transliterations of foreign names or brands that start with 'kip-' or 'cap-'.
HSK Study Tips
喼 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, but understanding its usage in transliterations can help learners with phonetic representations of foreign terms. Students should focus on recognizing it in written texts, especially when encountering foreign names.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, transliteration plays a significant role in incorporating foreign concepts, products, and names into the language. Characters like 喼 help bridge the gap between Mandarin and other languages, reflecting the globalization of language.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 喼 with similar characters due to its uncommon usage. For example, using 喼 in place of 盒 (hé, meaning box) leads to incorrect meanings; remember that 喼 is primarily for transliteration.
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Cultural Notes for 喼
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, transliteration plays a significant role in incorporating foreign concepts, products, and names into the language. Characters like 喼 help bridge the gap between Mandarin and other languages, reflecting the globalization of language.
Word Family of 喼
Words Containing This Character1
喼jiébox (dialect)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 喼
No, 喼 is mostly used in specific transliteration contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
喼 is pronounced as 'jié', with a rising tone.
Yes, be careful with characters like 结 (jié) and 觉 (jué), as they have different meanings and pronunciations.