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裰 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
duōto mend clothesg, 13 strokes, radical 衤, Very Hard
duō(duo1) T1
  1. 1to mend clothes
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March 24, 2026
duō(duo1)

The character 裰 (duō) refers specifically to the act of mending or repairing clothes. It is often used in contexts related to sewing or fixing garments, indicating a skillful and careful approach to clothing maintenance.

Strokes13RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, clothing repair was an essential skill, often passed down through generations, reflecting values of thrift and resourcefulness. Mending clothes was seen as a way to extend the life of garments rather than discarding them.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tailor (the radical 衣, meaning 'clothes') carefully stitching up a tear in a garment. The sound 'duō' can remind you of 'do', as in 'do the repairs on your clothes'. Visualize a tailor doing this work with precision, reinforcing the meaning.

Meanings of 裰

duō(duo1)
1to mend clothes
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About 裰

Simplified
13Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 裰

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a tailor (the radical 衣, meaning 'clothes') carefully stitching up a tear in a garment. The sound 'duō' can remind you of 'do', as in 'do the repairs on your clothes'. Visualize a tailor doing this work with precision, reinforcing the meaning.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 裰 with similar-sounding characters. This term is more formal and may not be used in casual conversation; instead, more common phrases might be preferred. It can also be paired with words related to clothing, such as 裤子 (kùzi, trousers) or 衣服 (yīfu, clothes).

HSK Study Tips

Although 裰 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of terms related to clothing and textiles. Focus on the radicals and related words to build a broader vocabulary around clothing care.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, clothing repair was an essential skill, often passed down through generations, reflecting values of thrift and resourcefulness. Mending clothes was seen as a way to extend the life of garments rather than discarding them.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 裰 with characters that have similar pronunciations. For example, saying 'duǒ' instead of 'duō' may lead to misunderstandings. Correct usage is crucial for clarity in conversation.

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Pronunciation of 裰

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Etymology of 裰

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

To patch up 叕 clothing 衤; 叕 also provides the pronunciation

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 裰?

Decomposition of 裰

IDS Structure⿰衤叕
Full Character
=
yi1
left
zhuo2
right
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Which of these is a component of 裰?

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Cultural Notes for 裰

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, clothing repair was an essential skill, often passed down through generations, reflecting values of thrift and resourcefulness. Mending clothes was seen as a way to extend the life of garments rather than discarding them.

Word Family of 裰

Words Containing This Character1
duōto mend clothes
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Compound Meaning

What does 裰 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 裰

No, 裰 is more formal and typically used in contexts related to clothing repair or in written language.