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March 24, 2026
絓guà(gua4)
The character 絓 (guà) primarily means 'to hinder' or 'to obstruct,' often used in contexts where something impedes progress or causes difficulties. It can also refer to a type of coarse silk or a bag used to wrap silk before washing, reflecting its historical ties to the silk industry. Additionally, it can imply offending someone or forming something unique.
Strokes12Radical糹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, silk has been a significant product, and the processes surrounding it, including washing and packaging, reflect the historical importance of silk trade. The character 絓 relates to this heritage, highlighting the intricacies involved in silk production.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large bag (the character's shape) filled with coarse silk that you are trying to carry but keeps snagging on obstacles, making it hard to move forward. The sound 'guà' is reminiscent of 'grab' or 'gag,' symbolizing how something can hinder your progress.
Meanings of 絓
guà(gua4)
primary
1to hinder, to obstruct
2type of coarse silk
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絓Simplified
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糹Radical
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AI Study Notes for 絓
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large bag (the character's shape) filled with coarse silk that you are trying to carry but keeps snagging on obstacles, making it hard to move forward. The sound 'guà' is reminiscent of 'grab' or 'gag,' symbolizing how something can hinder your progress.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 絓 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, but be cautious with the tone; this character is pronounced with the fourth tone. Typical collocations include phrases related to hindrance or obstruction in both literal and metaphorical senses.
HSK Study Tips
While 絓 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to themes of obstruction found in HSK Level 3 and 4 words. Students should focus on understanding its nuances and practice using it in sentences to grasp its varied meanings.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, silk has been a significant product, and the processes surrounding it, including washing and packaging, reflect the historical importance of silk trade. The character 絓 relates to this heritage, highlighting the intricacies involved in silk production.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 絓 with 給 (gěi), which means 'to give,' leading to incorrect sentences like '我絓你' (wǒ guà nǐ), which would be wrong for 'I give you.' The correct form for giving is '我給你' (wǒ gěi nǐ).
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Cultural Notes for 絓
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In traditional Chinese culture, silk has been a significant product, and the processes surrounding it, including washing and packaging, reflect the historical importance of silk trade. The character 絓 relates to this heritage, highlighting the intricacies involved in silk production.
Frequently Asked Questions about 絓
It is pronounced 'guà' with a falling tone.
Yes, but it is more commonly found in written texts or formal discussions about silk or obstructions.
While both may relate to hindrance, each character has distinct contexts and connotations, so it's essential to learn them in usage.
