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March 24, 2026
袍páo(pao2)
The character 袍 (páo) refers to a type of traditional garment, specifically a gown or robe that is often lined. It is commonly used in contexts relating to formal attire and traditional clothing, highlighting its cultural significance in ceremonies and celebrations.
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Cultural Note
袍 is often associated with traditional Chinese weddings, where brides wear elaborate wedding gowns, showcasing the cultural importance of attire in significant life events.
Memory Tip
Imagine a regal figure wearing a luxurious gown (袍), with the radical 袍 resembling a flowing robe draping elegantly. The sound 'páo' can remind you of 'powder,' as if the gown is dusted with fine powder to enhance its beauty.
Meanings of 袍
páo(pao2)
1gown (lined)
2robe, gown, cloak
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袍Simplified
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衤Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
袍 (páo) vs 衣 (yī) — use 袍 for specific traditional robes, while 衣 refers to clothing in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a regal figure wearing a luxurious gown (袍), with the radical 袍 resembling a flowing robe draping elegantly. The sound 'páo' can remind you of 'powder,' as if the gown is dusted with fine powder to enhance its beauty.
Usage Notes
袍 is usually used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations about clothing. Common collocations include '长袍' (cháng páo - long gown) and '婚袍' (hūn páo - wedding gown). Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
While 袍 is not in the official HSK vocabulary list, it connects to HSK Level 4 words about clothing and traditional culture. Students should focus on recognizing the character in texts related to Chinese history or fashion.
Cultural Note
袍 is often associated with traditional Chinese weddings, where brides wear elaborate wedding gowns, showcasing the cultural importance of attire in significant life events.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 袍 with similar characters like 衣 (yī - clothing) or 裙 (qún - skirt). For example, saying '我喜欢袍' when they mean to say '我喜欢衣服' (I like clothes) is incorrect; '袍' is more specific.
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Grammar Patterns of 袍
袍 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
她将自己睡____的吊带拉到肩膀上。
She pulled the strap of her nightgown onto her shoulder.
Example Sentences for 袍 (10)
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1
她将自己睡袍的吊带拉到肩膀上。
tā jiāng zì jǐ shuì páo de diào dài lā dào jiān bǎng shàng。
She pulled the strap of her nightgown onto her shoulder.
2
安娜穿着亚麻长袍，衬出其棕色的皮肤，显得十分高贵。
ān nà chuān zháo yà má cháng páo， ， chèn chū qí zōng sè de pí， fū ， xiǎn dé shí fēn。
Anna looked tanned and majestic in her linen caftan.
3
一件柔软的白袍子搭在椅子上，供乔安娜使用。
yī jiàn róu ruǎn de bái páo zǐ dā zài yǐ zǐ shàng， ， gōng qiáo ān nà shǐ。
A soft white robe had been draped over a chair for Joanna's use.
4
我提起睡袍，撒腿便跑。
wǒ tí qǐ shuì páo， ， sā tuǐ biàn。
I hiked my nightgown right up and I ran.
5
赖尔穿上睡袍，下楼去了厨房。
lài ěr chuān shàng shuì páo， ， xià lóu qù le chú。
Ryle put on a robe and went down to the kitchen.
6
萨兰冬嘎穿了件黑袍, 骑着一匹白马跑了过来.
sà lán dōng gā chuān le jiàn hēi páo, , qí zháo yī pǐ bái mǎ pǎo le guò.
Saran Tunga, wearing a black robe, rode along on a white horse.
7
他帮她脱去袍子。
tā bāng tā tuō qù páo zǐ。
He helped her off with her robe.
8
脱我战时袍着我旧时裳.
tuō wǒ zhàn shí páo zháo wǒ jiù shí cháng.
She doffs her garb worn under fire and wears again female attire.
9
教士袍挂在墙上。
jiào shì páo guà zài qiáng shàng。
Priestly robes hang on the walls.
10
这儿有批上年纪的摩尔人,白须飘拂,身穿白长袍,头顶大风兜.
zhè ér yǒu pī shàng nián jì de mó ěr rén, , bái xū piāo, fú , shēn chuān bái, cháng páo , tóu dǐng.
Here are aged Moors with flowing white beards, and long white robes with vast cowls.
Cultural Notes for 袍
🏮Cultural insight
袍 is often associated with traditional Chinese weddings, where brides wear elaborate wedding gowns, showcasing the cultural importance of attire in significant life events.
Word Family of 袍
Words Containing This Character12
袍páogown (lined)
长袍gown長袍
旗袍qípáocheongsam
袍子Chinese-style gown
睡袍nightgown
战袍(old) combat robe戰袍
龙袍dragon robe龍袍
道袍Taoist robe
黄袍加身fig. to be made emperor黃袍加身
袍泽fellow soldier袍澤
蟒袍official robe worn by ministers during the Ming 明 (1368-1644) and Qing 清 (1644-1911) dynasties
割袍断义to break all friendly ties割袍斷義
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Frequently Asked Questions about 袍
袍 refers to traditional gowns or robes, often lined, used in formal occasions.
No, 袍 is typically used in more formal contexts, such as discussing traditional clothing.
Common phrases include '长袍' for long gowns and '婚袍' for wedding gowns.
