unknown, 14 strokes, radical 衤, rank #55714, Very Hard
dā(da1) T1
1girdle, loincloth; bag, pouch
2sleeveless jacket
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March 24, 2026
褡dā(da1)
The character 褡 (dā) refers to a type of clothing accessory, commonly understood as a girdle or loincloth, as well as a bag or pouch. It is often used in contexts discussing traditional attire or specific types of clothing that serve functional purposes, such as carrying items or providing support.
Strokes14Radical衤Frequency#55714DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, garments like the 褡 served practical purposes, often used in rural settings or by laborers, reflecting a blend of functionality and cultural identity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'daring' adventurer wearing a pouch (褡) around their waist, secured by a girdle, ready to store treasures. The pronunciation 'dā' sounds like 'dare' and the character's form reminds you of a bag wrapped around the waist.
Meanings of 褡
dā(da1)
1girdle, loincloth; bag, pouch
2sleeveless jacket
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About 褡
褡Simplified
14Strokes
衤Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'daring' adventurer wearing a pouch (褡) around their waist, secured by a girdle, ready to store treasures. The pronunciation 'dā' sounds like 'dare' and the character's form reminds you of a bag wrapped around the waist.
Usage Notes
This term is relatively formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters that pertain to different types of clothing or bags. Pay attention to the context to ensure appropriate usage.
HSK Study Tips
Although 褡 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners at this level can connect it to clothing-related words. Focus on understanding the context of clothing and accessories, which often appear in cultural discussions.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, garments like the 褡 served practical purposes, often used in rural settings or by laborers, reflecting a blend of functionality and cultural identity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 褡 with other clothing terms like 裙 (skirt) or 帽 (hat). For example, saying 褡 for 'hat' is incorrect; the right word is 帽.
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Cultural Notes for 褡
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, garments like the 褡 served practical purposes, often used in rural settings or by laborers, reflecting a blend of functionality and cultural identity.
Word Family of 褡
Words Containing This Character3
褡dāpouch
褡裢jacket worn for Chinese wrestling褡褳
马褡子saddle-bag馬褡子
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Frequently Asked Questions about 褡
It refers to traditional clothing accessories like a girdle or loincloth, as well as bags or pouches.
It is less common in everyday speech, often found in historical or cultural contexts.
