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AI Study Notes for 裆
Be cautious when using 裆, as it is a somewhat technical term that might not be familiar to everyone. It is typically used in a more formal context, such as in fashion or sewing discussions. A common mistake is to use it casually in everyday conversation about pants, where simpler terms like '裤子' (kùzi) might be more appropriate.
While 裆 is not in the standard HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to other clothing-related words such as 裤子 (kùzi - pants) and 衣服 (yīfu - clothes). Students should focus on learning clothing vocabulary to enhance their ability to discuss fashion and fit.
Learners often confuse 裆 with other clothing-related words like 裤子 (kùzi). An incorrect usage might be saying '我买了一个裆' (I bought a crotch), when they should instead say '我买了一个裤子' (I bought pants).
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Etymology of 裆
Phonosemantic compound. 衤 represents the meaning and 当 represents the sound. Simplified form of 襠.
clothes
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Phonosemantic compound. 衤 represents the meaning and 当 represents the sound. Simplified form of 襠.
- 1The meaning half衤 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half当 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayclothes
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say the crotch or seat of a pair of pants in Chinese
“the crotch or seat of a pair of pants” in Chinese is裆
The character 裆 (dāng) refers specifically to the crotch area of clothing, particularly pants or trousers. It describes the part of the garment that covers the area where the legs meet the torso. This term is most commonly used in discussions about clothing fit or design, particularly in tailoring and fashion.
When to use 裆
Be cautious when using 裆, as it is a somewhat technical term that might not be familiar to everyone. It is typically used in a more formal context, such as in fashion or sewing discussions. A common mistake is to use it casually in everyday conversation about pants, where simpler terms like '裤子' (kùzi) might be more appropriate.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 裆 with other clothing-related words like 裤子 (kùzi). An incorrect usage might be saying '我买了一个裆' (I bought a crotch), when they should instead say '我买了一个裤子' (I bought pants).
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Grammar Patterns of 裆
裆 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 3 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.
Complete the Sentence
裤____太深了。
They were too long in the crotch.
Example Sentences for 裆 (2)
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They were too long in the crotch.
Word Family of 裆
Compound Meaning
What does 裤裆 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 裆
While 裆 specifically refers to the crotch area of pants, it's not commonly used in everyday conversation. People might instead refer to pants as 裤子 (kùzi).
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