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March 24, 2026
絜jié(jie2)
The character 絜 (jié) refers to a line or marking used for assessment or measurement. It can convey the idea of cleanliness or purity, as well as the action of regulating or controlling something. This character is used in contexts where precision and clarity are important, such as in art, surveying, or quality control.
Strokes12Radical糸Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of purity is often linked to moral integrity and clarity in thought. The idea of maintaining clean and marked lines can also relate to the meticulous nature of Chinese calligraphy and painting.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clean, straight line drawn with a ruler, symbolizing purity and precision. The character 絜 has a top component that looks like a line, suggesting its meaning related to marking, and the bottom part resembles a 'clean slate.' Think of 'jié' as 'jeweled' lines that are perfect and pure.
Meanings of 絜
jié(jie2)
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1line, marking; to assess, to measure
2clean
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絜Simplified
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糸Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a clean, straight line drawn with a ruler, symbolizing purity and precision. The character 絜 has a top component that looks like a line, suggesting its meaning related to marking, and the bottom part resembles a 'clean slate.' Think of 'jié' as 'jeweled' lines that are perfect and pure.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 絜 in formal contexts, as it may not be as commonly recognized as simpler alternatives. It often appears in technical or artistic discussions. A common collocation is '清洁' (qīngjié), meaning 'clean' or 'to clean,' which emphasizes the character's notion of purity.
HSK Study Tips
Since 絜 is not present in HSK levels, learners should focus on its components and related characters such as 清 (qīng) for 'clean' and 线 (xiàn) for 'line.' Understanding these connections can enhance your vocabulary related to cleanliness and precision.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of purity is often linked to moral integrity and clarity in thought. The idea of maintaining clean and marked lines can also relate to the meticulous nature of Chinese calligraphy and painting.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 絜 with similar characters like 清 (qīng) and 线 (xiàn). For example, using 絜 when meaning 'clean' can lead to misunderstanding; the correct term in that case would be 清洁 (qīngjié).
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Cultural Notes for 絜
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In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of purity is often linked to moral integrity and clarity in thought. The idea of maintaining clean and marked lines can also relate to the meticulous nature of Chinese calligraphy and painting.
Word Family of 絜
Words Containing This Character1
絜jiépure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 絜
It is pronounced as 'jié'.
You would use 絜 in contexts related to measurement, cleanliness, or regulation.
Yes, you can use 清 (qīng) for clean or 线 (xiàn) for line depending on the context.
