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March 24, 2026
襢tǎn(tan3)
The character 襢 (tǎn) denotes the act of stripping or laying something bare, often referring to being naked or uncovered. It can also describe an unadorned yet elegant style of dress, emphasizing simplicity and authenticity in appearance.
Strokes18Radical衤Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, simplicity in dress is often valued, reflecting inner beauty and modesty, which aligns with the meaning of 襢. This character can be associated with the aesthetics of minimalism found in Chinese art and philosophy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'tan' (tǎn) beach where everyone strips off their clothes to enjoy the sun. The character 襢 resembles a person shedding layers, with the top part representing a person and the bottom part suggesting the ground or the act of laying bare.
Meanings of 襢
tǎn(tan3)
primary
1to strip, to lay bare; naked, bare
2unadorned but elegant dress
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About 襢
襢Simplified
18Strokes
衤Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'tan' (tǎn) beach where everyone strips off their clothes to enjoy the sun. The character 襢 resembles a person shedding layers, with the top part representing a person and the bottom part suggesting the ground or the act of laying bare.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone, as mispronouncing 'tǎn' could lead to confusion with other characters. This term is more commonly used in literary or formal contexts rather than in everyday conversation. It often collocates with words related to clothing or exposure.
HSK Study Tips
While 襢 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, its meaning of stripping or laying bare can help learners understand other characters related to clothing and appearance. Focus on recognizing how it contrasts with more decorative terms in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, simplicity in dress is often valued, reflecting inner beauty and modesty, which aligns with the meaning of 襢. This character can be associated with the aesthetics of minimalism found in Chinese art and philosophy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 襢 with similar-looking characters or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'tān' instead of 'tǎn' could lead to misunderstanding, as 'tān' has a different meaning. Always remember the correct tone to convey the right meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 襢
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In traditional Chinese culture, simplicity in dress is often valued, reflecting inner beauty and modesty, which aligns with the meaning of 襢. This character can be associated with the aesthetics of minimalism found in Chinese art and philosophy.
Word Family of 襢
Words Containing This Character1
襢tǎnunadorned but elegant dress
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Frequently Asked Questions about 襢
It primarily means to strip or lay bare, and can also refer to being naked or having a bare yet elegant appearance.
No, it is more often found in literary or formal contexts rather than in casual speech.
You can link 'tǎn' with the idea of 'tan' at a beach, where people often strip down to enjoy the sun.
