unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #26471, Very Hard
shàng(shang4) T4
1the sole of a shoe; to patch, to sole
2to sole a shoe
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March 24, 2026
绱(緔)shàng(shang4)
The character 绱 (shàng) primarily refers to the action of patching or providing a sole to a shoe. It is commonly used in contexts related to shoe repair, emphasizing the practical aspect of fixing or enhancing footwear. While not frequently used in everyday conversation, it holds specific relevance in discussions about clothing and maintenance.
Strokes11Radical纟Frequency#26471DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, shoe repair is an important skill, often passed down through generations, highlighting the value placed on craftsmanship and resourcefulness in daily life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a shoe that is losing its sole, and visualize 'shàng' as a superhero patching it up. The character contains the radical 糸 (mì), which relates to textiles, reminding you that this word is about clothing repair.
Meanings of 绱
shàng(shang4)
1the sole of a shoe; to patch, to sole
2to sole a shoe
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About 绱
绱Simplified
緔Traditional
11Strokes
纟Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 绱
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a shoe that is losing its sole, and visualize 'shàng' as a superhero patching it up. The character contains the radical 糸 (mì), which relates to textiles, reminding you that this word is about clothing repair.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 绱 with similar-sounding characters like 尚 (shàng), which means 'still' or 'yet.' This word is more formal and technical, so it's mostly found in repair shops or discussions about craftsmanship. Be careful with tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
Although 绱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other words related to clothing and repair at higher levels. Students should focus on how this word fits into discussions about maintenance and textiles, as these themes appear in HSK Level 4 and above.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, shoe repair is an important skill, often passed down through generations, highlighting the value placed on craftsmanship and resourcefulness in daily life.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 绱 with the character 伤 (shāng), which means 'to injure.' A wrong example would be saying '我需要绱我的手' (I need to patch my hand), whereas it should be '我需要绱我的鞋' (I need to patch my shoes).
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Cultural Notes for 绱
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In traditional Chinese culture, shoe repair is an important skill, often passed down through generations, highlighting the value placed on craftsmanship and resourcefulness in daily life.
Word Family of 绱
Words Containing This Character1
绱shàngto sole a shoe緔
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 绱
No, 绱 is more technical and specific to shoe repair contexts.
It is often used in phrases related to shoe maintenance, but specific expressions may vary.
You can connect the sound 'shàng' to 'shoes' to help recall its meaning.
