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缋 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
huìto sketch, to paint, to draw; multicoloredg, 12 strokes, radical 纟, Very Hard
huìmulti-colorunknown, 12 strokes, radical 纟, Very Hard
huì(hui4) T4
  1. 1to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored
  2. 2multi-color
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March 24, 2026
(繢)huì(hui4)

The character 缋 (huì) refers to the act of sketching, painting, or drawing, often with an emphasis on multicolored or intricate artworks. It is commonly used in artistic contexts, particularly in discussions about visual arts, illustrations, and design. The character conveys a sense of creativity and the application of color in art.

Strokes12RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the appreciation of art and color plays a significant role in traditional practices, such as Chinese painting and calligraphy. The use of multicolored elements in art reflects the vibrancy of Chinese festivals and ceremonies.

Memory Tip

Think of 缋 as a 'huge' canvas where artists 'draw' with 'multicolors.' The radical 缶 resembles a pot or container, suggesting the idea of holding various colors, while the phonetic component 会 (huì) could remind you of 'how' artists skillfully mix colors together.

Meanings of 缋

huì(hui4)
1to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored
2multi-color
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About 缋

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12Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 缋

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 缋 as a 'huge' canvas where artists 'draw' with 'multicolors.' The radical 缶 resembles a pot or container, suggesting the idea of holding various colors, while the phonetic component 会 (huì) could remind you of 'how' artists skillfully mix colors together.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 缋 with similar characters like 画 (huà), which specifically means 'to draw' in a more general sense. 缋 is more specialized and may not be used in everyday conversation. It is typically used in more artistic or formal contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 缋 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other art-related terms. Students should focus on understanding its application in artistic dialogues and how it relates to other words describing visual arts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the appreciation of art and color plays a significant role in traditional practices, such as Chinese painting and calligraphy. The use of multicolored elements in art reflects the vibrancy of Chinese festivals and ceremonies.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缋 with 画, using them interchangeably. Remember that 缋 specifically refers to multicolored sketches, whereas 画 covers a broader range of drawing and painting activities.

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Pronunciation of 缋

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Etymology of 缋

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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silk

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 缋

IDS Structure⿰纟贵
Full Character
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si1
left
gui4
right
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Cultural Notes for 缋

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the appreciation of art and color plays a significant role in traditional practices, such as Chinese painting and calligraphy. The use of multicolored elements in art reflects the vibrancy of Chinese festivals and ceremonies.

Word Family of 缋

Words Containing This Character1
huìto draw
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Compound Meaning

What does 缋 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 缋

缋 emphasizes multicolored and intricate drawings, while 画 is a more general term for drawing or painting.