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March 24, 2026
绁(紲)xiè(xie4)
The character 绁 (xiè) refers to various forms of binding or tying, often associated with leashes, ropes, or cords. It can imply the act of shortening or constraining something, making it useful in contexts where restraint or attachment is involved, such as in animal care or crafting.
Strokes8Radical纟Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, keeping animals on a leash (绁) was important for maintaining order in households and ensuring safety in public spaces, reflecting a blend of responsibility and control.
Memory Tip
Imagine a dog on a leash (绁) that is being pulled shorter (to shorten) as it sees a squirrel. The character has a radical that suggests threads or cords, reminding you of the leash being tied around the dog's collar.
Meanings of 绁
xiè(xie4)
1to shorten, to contract; tie, leash
2to tie
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About 绁
绁Simplified
紲Traditional
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a dog on a leash (绁) that is being pulled shorter (to shorten) as it sees a squirrel. The character has a radical that suggests threads or cords, reminding you of the leash being tied around the dog's collar.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 绁 with similar-sounding characters like 解 (xiè, to untie) or 结 (jié, to knot), which can lead to misunderstandings. Use 绁 in informal contexts related to pets or tying things up, as it may not be suitable for formal writing.
HSK Study Tips
While 绁 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with HSK words related to tying or binding, such as 绑 (bǎng, to tie) and 结 (jié, knot). Students should focus on its usage in practical scenarios involving cords or leashes.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, keeping animals on a leash (绁) was important for maintaining order in households and ensuring safety in public spaces, reflecting a blend of responsibility and control.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 绁 with 结, leading to sentences like '我把绁这个绳子' (I tie this rope) instead of the correct '我把这个绳子绁上' (I tie up this rope). Make sure to use the correct context for tying or leashing.
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Cultural Notes for 绁
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, keeping animals on a leash (绁) was important for maintaining order in households and ensuring safety in public spaces, reflecting a blend of responsibility and control.
Word Family of 绁
Words Containing This Character1
绁xièto tie紲
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Frequently Asked Questions about 绁
绁 specifically refers to tying or binding things like leashes, while 绑 is a more general term for tying, often used for various objects.
绁 is not frequently used in everyday conversation, but it may appear in specific contexts related to animal care or crafting.
