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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
缌sīfine lineng, 12 strokes, radical 纟
sī(si1)si T1
  1. 1fine linen
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March 24, 2026

缌(緦)sī(si1)

The character 缌 (sī) refers to fine linen, which is a type of high-quality fabric often used in clothing and textiles. It is commonly associated with luxury and refinement in traditional Chinese garments, indicating a preference for quality materials.

Strokes12Radical纟
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, fine fabrics like 缌 were often used by the elite and were an indicator of social status. Fine linen garments are still appreciated in fashion today, particularly during formal occasions.

Memory tip

Imagine a soft, flowing piece of fine linen draped gracefully. The character 缌 looks like a gentle wave, reflecting the smooth texture of the fabric. The pronunciation 'sī' can be remembered by thinking of 'silk,' as both are associated with fine clothing.

Meanings of 缌

sī(si1)
1fine linen
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About 缌

缌Simplified
緦Traditional
12Strokes
纟Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words. Common collocations may include phrases related to clothing or textile descriptions, like 'fine linen garments.'

HSK Study Tips

Although 缌 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students should focus on related terms in clothing and textiles to enhance their vocabulary. Understanding this term can also help in discussions about traditional Chinese clothing.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缌 with similar characters like 席 (xí), which means mat or seat. To correct this, remember that 缌 specifically relates to fine textiles, while 席 does not.

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Etymology of 缌

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

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)思
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Origin

缌 = 纟 + 思. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 缌

IDS Structure⿰纟思
缌Full character
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纟si1
left
思si1
right
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Parts

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How to say fine linen in Chinese

“fine linen” in Chinese is缌sī

The character 缌 (sī) refers to fine linen, which is a type of high-quality fabric often used in clothing and textiles. It is commonly associated with luxury and refinement in traditional Chinese garments, indicating a preference for quality materials.

When to use 缌

This term is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words. Common collocations may include phrases related to clothing or textile descriptions, like 'fine linen garments.'

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 缌 with similar characters like 席 (xí), which means mat or seat. To correct this, remember that 缌 specifically relates to fine textiles, while 席 does not.

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Word Family of 缌

Words containing this character1
缌sīfine linen緦

Frequently asked questions about 缌

While it traditionally refers to fine linen, it is less commonly used today and may appear in discussions about historical clothing.

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