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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
袼gēgusset, cloth fitting-sleevex, 11 strokes, radical 衤
袼gēcloth fitting sleeve under armpitunknown, 11 strokes, radical 衤
gē(ge1)ge T1
  1. 1gusset, cloth fitting-sleeve
  2. 2cloth fitting sleeve under armpit
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March 24, 2026

袼gē(ge1)

The character 袼 (gē) refers to a gusset, which is a piece of fabric inserted into a garment to provide extra space or comfort, particularly under the armpit. It is commonly used in tailoring and garment construction contexts, emphasizing its role in enhancing fit and mobility.

Strokes11Radical衤
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese clothing, gussets were often used to enhance the comfort and fit of garments, reflecting the importance of tailoring in Chinese culture, especially in historical contexts where clothing was handmade.

Memory tip

Imagine a tailor named 'Gus' who always adds extra fabric under the arms of his shirts to make them fit better. The shape of 袼 resembles a shirt with extra fabric, and 'Gus' helps you remember 'gē'.

Meanings of 袼

gē(ge1)
1gusset, cloth fitting-sleeve
2cloth fitting sleeve under armpit
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袼Simplified
11Strokes
衤Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

袼 is primarily used in technical contexts related to sewing and clothing design, so it may not be suited for casual conversations. Be careful with pronunciation; the first tone is crucial for correct usage. Common collocations include 袼布 (gē bù) meaning 'gusset fabric'.

HSK Study Tips

Although 袼 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to specialized vocabulary in garment-making, which can be beneficial for students interested in fashion or tailoring. Focus on understanding its application in context rather than memorizing it in isolation.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 袼 with other characters that sound similar but have different meanings, such as 哥 (gē) which means 'brother'. Always ensure you're using the correct context related to clothing.

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Etymology of 袼

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

Semantic (meaning)衤
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Phonetic (sound)各
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Origin

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Decomposition of 袼

IDS Structure⿰衤各
袼Full character
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衤yi1
left
各ge4
right
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How to say gusset, cloth fitting-sleeve in Chinese

“gusset, cloth fitting-sleeve” in Chinese is袼gē

The character 袼 (gē) refers to a gusset, which is a piece of fabric inserted into a garment to provide extra space or comfort, particularly under the armpit. It is commonly used in tailoring and garment construction contexts, emphasizing its role in enhancing fit and mobility.

When to use 袼

袼 is primarily used in technical contexts related to sewing and clothing design, so it may not be suited for casual conversations. Be careful with pronunciation; the first tone is crucial for correct usage. Common collocations include 袼布 (gē bù) meaning 'gusset fabric'.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 袼 with other characters that sound similar but have different meanings, such as 哥 (gē) which means 'brother'. Always ensure you're using the correct context related to clothing.

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Word Family of 袼

Words containing this character2
袼gēgusset
袼褙rags used as shoes
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Frequently Asked Questions about 袼

A gusset is used to provide extra space and improve the fit of garments, particularly in areas requiring more movement, such as under the arms.

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