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袱 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
袱fúbundle wrapped in clothg, 11 strokes, radical 衤, Hard
袱fúapants; trousers; pantiesg, 11 strokes, radical 衤, Hard
fú(fu2)fu T2
  1. 1bundle wrapped in cloth
  2. 2apants; trousers; panties
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March 24, 2026

袱fú(fu2)

The character 袱 (fú) refers to a bundle wrapped in cloth, often used to denote clothing items like pants or trousers. In specific contexts, it can also mean panties. This character is commonly used in discussions about garments or clothing-related items.

Strokes11Radical衤Frequency#3014DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, clothing is often presented in bundles, especially during festivals when new clothes are given as gifts. The concept of wrapping clothing can symbolize care and thoughtfulness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'bundle' of clothes tied together with a cloth. The character 袱 has a radical that resembles a piece of cloth on top, symbolizing wrapping. Remember 'fú' like 'few' to remind you that you need a few bundles of cloth to cover your clothes.

Meanings of 袱

fú(fu2)
1bundle wrapped in cloth
2apants; trousers; panties
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About 袱

袱Simplified
11Strokes
衤Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

袱 is more commonly used in written Chinese than in spoken language, making it somewhat formal. Be cautious with similar-sounding characters, as mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include 袱子 (fúzi), which means 'bundle' or 'cloth'.

HSK Study Tips

Although 袱 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners at higher levels who wish to expand their clothing-related vocabulary. Focus on recognizing this character in texts related to fashion and clothing.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 袱 with similar characters like 裙 (qún), which means 'skirt'. Ensure you remember that 袱 relates specifically to bundled cloth items. Another mistake is mispronouncing it as 'fǔ', which changes its meaning.

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Etymology of 袱

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

Something wrapped 伏 in cloth 衤; 伏 also provides the pronunciation

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Origin

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Decomposition of 袱

IDS Structure⿰衤伏
袱Full Character
=
衤yi1
left
伏Fu2
right
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Parts

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How to say bundle wrapped in cloth in Chinese

“bundle wrapped in cloth” in Chinese is袱fú

The character 袱 (fú) refers to a bundle wrapped in cloth, often used to denote clothing items like pants or trousers. In specific contexts, it can also mean panties. This character is commonly used in discussions about garments or clothing-related items.

When to use 袱

袱 is more commonly used in written Chinese than in spoken language, making it somewhat formal. Be cautious with similar-sounding characters, as mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include 袱子 (fúzi), which means 'bundle' or 'cloth'.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 袱 with similar characters like 裙 (qún), which means 'skirt'. Ensure you remember that 袱 relates specifically to bundled cloth items. Another mistake is mispronouncing it as 'fǔ', which changes its meaning.

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Grammar Patterns of 袱

袱 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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他背负着多重的感情包____开始这段恋情?

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Example Sentences for 袱 (1)

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他背负着多重的感情包袱开始这段恋情?

tā bèi fù zháo duō zhòng de gǎn qíng bāo fú kāi shǐ zhè duàn liàn qíng?

How much emotional baggage is he bringing with him into the relationship?

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Word Family of 袱

Words Containing This Character4
包袱bāofuload
放下包袱to lay down a heavy burden
袱fúbundle wrapped in cloth
背包袱to have a weight on one's mind
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Words with 袱

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Frequently Asked Questions about 袱

袱 is pronounced 'fú', with a rising tone.

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