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璇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
xuánbeautiful jade; starg, 15 strokes, radical 王, Very Hard
xuán(jade)unknown, 15 strokes, radical 王, Very Hard
xuán(xuan2) T2
  1. 1beautiful jade; star
  2. 2(jade)
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March 24, 2026
xuán(xuan2)

The character 璇 (xuán) primarily refers to a type of beautiful jade, symbolizing purity and elegance. It can also denote stars, often used in poetic or literary contexts to evoke imagery of beauty and brightness in the night sky.

Strokes15RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, jade is considered a symbol of virtue and beauty, often used in traditional jewelry and art. The character 璇 reflects this cultural appreciation for jade and its association with high-status and refined qualities.

Memory Tip

Imagine a stunning star (the shape of the character resembles a shining star) made of jade, glimmering in the night. The sound 'xuán' can remind you of 'shone', as in something shining brightly like a star.

Meanings of 璇

xuán(xuan2)
1beautiful jade; star
2(jade)
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About 璇

Simplified
15Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 璇

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a stunning star (the shape of the character resembles a shining star) made of jade, glimmering in the night. The sound 'xuán' can remind you of 'shone', as in something shining brightly like a star.

Usage Notes

When using 璇, it’s common to pair it with words related to beauty or precious items, such as beautiful jade or stars. Be cautious with the tone; the second tone 'xuán' can be confused with similar-sounding words in different contexts. It's more commonly used in formal or literary registers.

HSK Study Tips

Although 璇 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other words related to precious stones and celestial bodies, which are often introduced at higher levels. Focus on recognizing the character in written texts and practicing its pronunciation.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, jade is considered a symbol of virtue and beauty, often used in traditional jewelry and art. The character 璇 reflects this cultural appreciation for jade and its association with high-status and refined qualities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 璇 by using the wrong tone, such as pronouncing it as 'xuan' (first tone). Remember, it should be 'xuán' (second tone). Additionally, confusing it with similar characters like 旋 (xuán) can lead to misunderstandings.

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Pronunciation of 璇

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Etymology of 璇

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

An orbiting 旋 gem 王; 旋 also provides the pronunciation

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 璇?

Decomposition of 璇

IDS Structure⿰王旋
Full Character
=
Wang2
left
xuan2
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 璇?

Write 璇

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Grammar Patterns of 璇

璇 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.

Exercise 1 of 1

Complete the Sentence

风和____阁恒春树, 日暖萱庭长乐花.

Wind Jiaxuan and Hengchun trees, warm day to spend Changle Xuan court.

Example Sentences for 璇 (1)

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风和璇阁恒春树, 日暖萱庭长乐花.

fēng hé xuán gé héng chūn shù, , rì nuǎn xuān tíng cháng lè.

Wind Jiaxuan and Hengchun trees, warm day to spend Changle Xuan court.

Cultural Notes for 璇

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, jade is considered a symbol of virtue and beauty, often used in traditional jewelry and art. The character 璇 reflects this cultural appreciation for jade and its association with high-status and refined qualities.

Word Family of 璇

Words Containing This Character3
xuán(jade)
唐家璇Tang Jiaxuan (1938-), politician and diplomat
周璇Zhou Xuan (1918-1957), Chinese singer and film actress
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Compound Meaning

What does 璇 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 璇

It often appears in poetic expressions or descriptions of beautiful objects, for example, '她的项链上有一块璇' (She has a piece of jade on her necklace).