Meanings of 裥
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AI Study Notes for 裥
Imagine a tailor carefully folding a piece of cloth to create pleats. The character 裥 resembles a person (the '人' radical) working on fabric, with the surrounding components symbolizing the folds of the material.
Be cautious with the pronunciation; it should be pronounced as 'jiǎn' with a third tone. This term is typically used in formal contexts related to fashion or textile discussions, so avoid using it in casual conversation.
While 裥 is not included in the HSK word list, it can connect to other HSK level vocabulary related to clothing and fashion. Focus on understanding its usage in context with words like 衣服 (yīfu - clothes) or 裙子 (qúnzi - skirt).
In traditional Chinese clothing, pleats are often a symbol of elegance and craftsmanship, especially in garments like the qipao. The design and arrangement of pleats can reflect the wearer's status and attention to detail.
Learners often confuse 裥 with similar sounding words like 见 (jiàn - to see). A common mistake would be using 裥 in a context unrelated to fabric, such as saying '我看到裥' ('I see pleats'), which is incorrect. Instead, use 见 in that context.
Pronunciation of 裥
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Etymology of 裥
cloth
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Decomposition of 裥
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Grammar Patterns of 裥
裥 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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裙架撑起的三层大____裙从她的纤腰上款款垂下。
From her tiny waist a crinolined skirt cascaded in three deep tiers.
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Cultural Notes for 裥
In traditional Chinese clothing, pleats are often a symbol of elegance and craftsmanship, especially in garments like the qipao. The design and arrangement of pleats can reflect the wearer's status and attention to detail.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 裥
No, 裥 is more specialized and used in discussions about fashion or textiles.