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缵 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
缵zuǎnto continue, to carry on; to succeedg, 19 strokes, radical 纟
缵zuǎnto succeed (of a familial line)unknown, 19 strokes, radical 纟
缵zuǎnto inheritunknown, 19 strokes, radical 纟
zuǎn(zuan3)zuan T3
  1. 1to continue, to carry on; to succeed
  2. 2to succeed (of a familial line)
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March 24, 2026

缵(纘)zuǎn(zuan3)

The character 缵 (zuǎn) refers to the act of continuing or carrying on a legacy, often in the context of family lines or traditions. It can also signify the successful transmission of values or responsibilities across generations, emphasizing the importance of inheritance in Chinese culture.

Strokes19Radical纟
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 缵 is closely tied to filial piety, where continuing the family line and honoring ancestors is paramount. This character reflects the societal values placed on family legacy and responsibility.

Memory tip

Imagine a family passing down a beautiful, intricately woven ribbon (缵) from one generation to the next. The ribbon symbolizes continuity and connection, while the sound 'zuǎn' can be remembered as 'swan,' gracefully carrying on the family legacy.

Meanings of 缵

zuǎn(zuan3)
1to continue, to carry on; to succeed
2to succeed (of a familial line)
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About 缵

缵Simplified
纘Traditional
19Strokes
纟Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

While 缵 is a formal term often used in literary contexts, learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar characters. It commonly collocates with terms related to inheritance and family, and the fourth tone is crucial to its correct pronunciation.

HSK Study Tips

Although 缵 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, its meaning aligns with themes of family and continuity found in HSK Level 5. Students should focus on understanding its usage in familial contexts and practice related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 缵 by not emphasizing the fourth tone, saying 'zuan' instead of 'zuǎn.' Additionally, confusing it with similar characters like 传 (chuán), which means to transmit, can lead to incorrect usage.

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Etymology of 缵

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

thread

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)赞
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Origin

缵 = 纟 + 赞. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 缵

IDS Structure⿰纟赞
缵Full character
=
纟si1
left
赞zan4
right
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How to say to continue, to carry on; to succeed in Chinese

“to continue, to carry on; to succeed” in Chinese is缵zuǎn

The character 缵 (zuǎn) refers to the act of continuing or carrying on a legacy, often in the context of family lines or traditions. It can also signify the successful transmission of values or responsibilities across generations, emphasizing the importance of inheritance in Chinese culture.

When to use 缵

While 缵 is a formal term often used in literary contexts, learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar characters. It commonly collocates with terms related to inheritance and family, and the fourth tone is crucial to its correct pronunciation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 缵 by not emphasizing the fourth tone, saying 'zuan' instead of 'zuǎn.' Additionally, confusing it with similar characters like 传 (chuán), which means to transmit, can lead to incorrect usage.

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Word Family of 缵

Words containing this character1
缵zuǎnto carry on纘

Frequently Asked Questions about 缵

You can use 缵 when discussing family heritage, traditions, or responsibilities that are passed down across generations.

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