Meanings of 緞
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绸 (chóu) - use 緞 (duàn) for satin, which is smoother and shinier than 绸 (chóu), a type of silk fabric that is less glossy.
When using 緞, be mindful of its context; it is more formal and associated with luxury items. Common collocations include '緞帶' (satin ribbon) and '緞面' (satin surface). A common mistake is confusing it with similar fabrics like silk, which has a different texture and sheen.
Although 緞 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is related to fabrics and textiles that may appear in higher levels of study. Students should focus on similar textile-related vocabulary to build context around this word.
Learners often confuse 緞 with other fabrics, such as 絹 (silk), leading to incorrect descriptions. For example, saying '我买了一件絹衣服' (I bought a satin dress) when it should be '我买了一件緞衣服'.
Pronunciation of 緞
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Etymology of 緞
Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 段 represents the sound. Simplified form of 緞.
silk
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Case file: 緞
Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 段 represents the sound. Simplified form of 緞.
- 1The meaning half糹 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half段 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaysilk
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say satin in Chinese
“satin” in Chinese is緞
The character 緞 (duàn) refers to a type of luxurious fabric known as satin, which is characterized by its smooth, shiny surface and soft texture. It is commonly used in clothing, upholstery, and decorative items, often conveying a sense of elegance and high quality.
When to use 緞
When using 緞, be mindful of its context; it is more formal and associated with luxury items. Common collocations include '緞帶' (satin ribbon) and '緞面' (satin surface). A common mistake is confusing it with similar fabrics like silk, which has a different texture and sheen.
緞 or something close to it
绸 (chóu) - use 緞 (duàn) for satin, which is smoother and shinier than 绸 (chóu), a type of silk fabric that is less glossy.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 緞 with other fabrics, such as 絹 (silk), leading to incorrect descriptions. For example, saying '我买了一件絹衣服' (I bought a satin dress) when it should be '我买了一件緞衣服'.
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Word Family of 緞
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Frequently Asked Questions about 緞
No, satin is a weave that can be made from various fibers, including silk, polyester, or nylon, while silk refers specifically to the type of fiber.
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