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March 24, 2026
妩(嫵)wǔ(wu3)
The character 妩 (wǔ) conveys the idea of charm and enchantment, often associated with pleasing someone or flattering them. It can be used in contexts where one is trying to win favor or admiration through beauty or charm, making it relevant in social and romantic situations.
Strokes7Radical女Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, charm and beauty are highly valued attributes, especially in traditional poetry and literature. The character 妩 often appears in descriptions of women in classical texts, reflecting societal ideals of femininity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a charming woman (妩) swaying gracefully like a willow tree (the radical 女 represents femininity) to please everyone around her. The sound 'wǔ' can remind you of the word 'woo', which is to charm someone into affection.
Meanings of 妩
wǔ(wu3)
1charming, enchanting; to flatter, to please
2flatter
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About 妩
妩Simplified
嫵Traditional
7Strokes
女Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 妩
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a charming woman (妩) swaying gracefully like a willow tree (the radical 女 represents femininity) to please everyone around her. The sound 'wǔ' can remind you of the word 'woo', which is to charm someone into affection.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 妩 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings, like 伍 (wǔ, meaning five). This character is more commonly used in literary or poetic contexts, so it may not come up in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 妩媚 (wǔ mèi), which means charming or seductive.
HSK Study Tips
While 妩 is not a part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding its usage can help you with more advanced reading materials. Focus on the contexts where charm and flattery are discussed, as they often appear in literature and poetry.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, charm and beauty are highly valued attributes, especially in traditional poetry and literature. The character 妩 often appears in descriptions of women in classical texts, reflecting societal ideals of femininity.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 妩 with similar characters, leading to incorrect usage. For instance, using 妩 when trying to say 'five' (伍) is a common mistake. Always remember 妩 relates to charm and not numbers.
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Grammar Patterns of 妩
妩 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他有时几乎表现得____媚动人, 有时却土里土气象个十足的笨伯.
At time he was almost seductively charming; at other times he was boorish and obtuse.
Example Sentences for 妩 (1)
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他有时几乎表现得妩媚动人, 有时却土里土气象个十足的笨伯.
tā yǒu shí jī hū biǎo xiàn dé wǔ mèi dòng rén, , yǒu shí què tǔ lǐ tǔ qì xiàng gè shí zú de bèn.
At time he was almost seductively charming; at other times he was boorish and obtuse.
Cultural Notes for 妩
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, charm and beauty are highly valued attributes, especially in traditional poetry and literature. The character 妩 often appears in descriptions of women in classical texts, reflecting societal ideals of femininity.
Word Family of 妩
Words Containing This Character2
妩媚lovely嫵媚
妩wǔflatter嫵
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Compound Meaning
What does 妩媚 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 妩
妩 specifically emphasizes an enchanting or flattering quality, often in a feminine context, while other words might convey charm in a broader sense.
It's more common in literary contexts, so while you can use it, there might be more appropriate words in casual conversation.
It generally has a positive connotation, associated with beauty and allure.
