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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
瑱tiàna jade earringzg, 14 strokes, radical 王
瑱tiànjade ear-plugunknown, 14 strokes, radical 王
瑱tiànjade weightunknown, 14 strokes, radical 王
瑱zhèna jade earringzg, 14 strokes, radical 王
瑱zhènjade ear-plugunknown, 14 strokes, radical 王
瑱zhènjade weightunknown, 14 strokes, radical 王
tiàn(tian4)tian
primary
T4
  1. 1a jade earring
  2. 2jade ear-plug
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March 24, 2026

瑱tiàn(tian4)

瑱 (tiàn) refers to a type of jade earring or ear-plug, often prized for its beauty and craftsmanship. In traditional Chinese culture, jade is associated with nobility and is considered a symbol of purity and moral integrity. This character is commonly used in contexts related to jewelry, cultural artifacts, and decorative arts.

Strokes14Radical王
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, jade is considered a precious stone with spiritual significance, often associated with protection and good fortune. Jewelry made from jade, including 瑱, is often given as gifts during important life events such as weddings or birthdays.

Memory Tip

Think of 瑱 as a 'jade' earring hanging from your ear, with the radical 玉 (yù) for jade prominently featured. Imagine a beautiful jade piece, shining in the light, reminding you of its elegance and preciousness, which helps you remember the pronunciation 'tiàn'.

Meanings of 瑱

tiàn(tian4)
primary
1a jade earring
2jade ear-plug
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About 瑱

瑱Simplified
14Strokes
王Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 瑱

Usage Notes

瑱 is a somewhat formal term and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. It is important to pair this word with related terms like 玉 (jade) or 耳环 (earring) for clarity. Be cautious with pronunciation; ensure the tone is flat and steady to avoid confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 瑱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students should focus on related words like 玉 (jade) and 耳 (ear) to build a foundational understanding of jade-related terminology. Recognizing the radical 玉 can also aid in identifying other jade-related characters.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 瑱 (tiàn) with 耳环 (ěr huán), which means earring but does not specify jade. Make sure to use 瑱 when specifically referring to jade earrings or ear-plugs.

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Etymology of 瑱

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

jade

Semantic (meaning)王
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Phonetic (sound)真
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Origin

瑱 = 王 + 真. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 瑱

IDS Structure⿰王真
瑱Full Character
=
王Wang2
left
真zhen1
right
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Parts

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How to say a jade earring in Chinese

“a jade earring” in Chinese is瑱tiàn

瑱 (tiàn) refers to a type of jade earring or ear-plug, often prized for its beauty and craftsmanship. In traditional Chinese culture, jade is associated with nobility and is considered a symbol of purity and moral integrity. This character is commonly used in contexts related to jewelry, cultural artifacts, and decorative arts.

When to use 瑱

瑱 is a somewhat formal term and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. It is important to pair this word with related terms like 玉 (jade) or 耳环 (earring) for clarity. Be cautious with pronunciation; ensure the tone is flat and steady to avoid confusion with other words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 瑱 (tiàn) with 耳环 (ěr huán), which means earring but does not specify jade. Make sure to use 瑱 when specifically referring to jade earrings or ear-plugs.

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Word Family of 瑱

Words Containing This Character1
瑱tiànjade ear-plug

Frequently Asked Questions about 瑱

瑱 translates to a jade earring or ear-plug, highlighting its significance in jewelry.

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