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March 24, 2026
珉mín(min2)
The character 珉 (mín) refers to a type of jade-like stone or alabaster, often used in the context of jewelry or decorative objects. It embodies a sense of preciousness and is commonly associated with beauty in Chinese culture, similar to how jade is valued.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jade is not just a stone but a symbol of purity and moral integrity. The character 珉 specifically ties to this cultural appreciation for beautiful stones used in art and jewelry.
Memory Tip
Think of 珉 (mín) as a beautiful stone. The character has the radical 玉 (yù), which means 'jade' or 'precious stone', suggesting its connection to valuable materials. Imagine a shimmering white stone resembling jade, to help remember the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 珉
mín(min2)
1alabaster; a jade-like stone
2alabaster, jade-like stone
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珉Simplified
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 珉
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 珉 (mín) as a beautiful stone. The character has the radical 玉 (yù), which means 'jade' or 'precious stone', suggesting its connection to valuable materials. Imagine a shimmering white stone resembling jade, to help remember the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
This character is quite specialized and may not appear frequently in everyday conversation. It is often used in more formal or artistic contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, especially those related to jade.
HSK Study Tips
As 珉 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners should focus on its connection to other stone-related vocabulary, especially words involving jade (玉 yù). Familiarizing yourself with related characters will help solidify your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jade is not just a stone but a symbol of purity and moral integrity. The character 珉 specifically ties to this cultural appreciation for beautiful stones used in art and jewelry.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 珉 (mín) with similar characters like 玉 (yù) for jade, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我喜欢珉的饰品' (I like the jade jewelry) should be corrected to specify '玉' instead of '珉'.
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Cultural Notes for 珉
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, jade is not just a stone but a symbol of purity and moral integrity. The character 珉 specifically ties to this cultural appreciation for beautiful stones used in art and jewelry.
Word Family of 珉
Words Containing This Character1
珉mínalabaster, jade-like stone
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Frequently Asked Questions about 珉
It is pronounced as mín, with a rising tone.
No, it is more specialized and often found in discussions about gemstones or art.
Sure! '这件饰品是用珍贵的珉制成的。' (This piece of jewelry is made from precious alabaster.)
