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趼 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
趼jiǎnblister, callusg, 11 strokes, radical 足
趼jiǎncallus (patch or hardened skin)unknown, 11 strokes, radical 足
趼jiǎncorns (on the feet)unknown, 11 strokes, radical 足
jiǎn(jian3) T3
  1. 1blister, callus
  2. 2callus (patch or hardened skin)
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March 24, 2026

趼jiǎn(jian3)

The character 趼 (jiǎn) refers to a blister or callus, typically formed on the skin due to friction or pressure. It is commonly used in medical contexts or when discussing foot care, particularly regarding corns that can develop on the feet due to ill-fitting shoes.

Strokes11Radical足
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine, foot care is highly emphasized, and knowledge of calluses and blisters is important for maintaining health, especially for those who walk long distances. This reflects a cultural awareness of the connection between feet and overall well-being.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'jian' (the sound of the character) getting a blister from walking too much. The shape of the character can also resemble a foot with a callus forming on it, reminding you of the pain associated with it.

Meanings of 趼

jiǎn(jian3)
1blister, callus
2callus (patch or hardened skin)
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About 趼

趼Simplified
11Strokes
足Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is often used in more formal or medical contexts, so be mindful of the register when using it in conversation. Common collocations include '足趼' (zú jiǎn), meaning 'foot callus'. A common mistake is confusing it with other characters related to skin; ensure you are familiar with the specific meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Though 趼 is not included in the HSK levels, understanding it can enhance vocabulary related to health and wellness. Students at lower levels should focus on basic characters related to body parts and health, making a connection to this word as they progress.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 趼 with other skin-related characters, such as 瘤 (liú, tumor) or 痒 (yǎng, itch). A correct usage example is '我的脚趼很痛' (My foot callus is very painful), not '我的脚瘤很痛'.

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Etymology of 趼

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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foot

Semantic (meaning)足
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Phonetic (sound)开
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Case file: 趼

  1. 1The meaning half足 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half开 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayfoot
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 趼

IDS Structure⿰足开
趼Full Character
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足ju4
left
开kai1
right
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How to say blister, callus in Chinese

“blister, callus” in Chinese is趼jiǎn

The character 趼 (jiǎn) refers to a blister or callus, typically formed on the skin due to friction or pressure. It is commonly used in medical contexts or when discussing foot care, particularly regarding corns that can develop on the feet due to ill-fitting shoes.

When to use 趼

This character is often used in more formal or medical contexts, so be mindful of the register when using it in conversation. Common collocations include '足趼' (zú jiǎn), meaning 'foot callus'. A common mistake is confusing it with other characters related to skin; ensure you are familiar with the specific meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 趼 with other skin-related characters, such as 瘤 (liú, tumor) or 痒 (yǎng, itch). A correct usage example is '我的脚趼很痛' (My foot callus is very painful), not '我的脚瘤很痛'.

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趼

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Word Family of 趼

Words Containing This Character1
趼jiǎncorns (on the feet)
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Compound Meaning

What does 趼 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 趼

You can say '我的脚上长了一个趼' (My foot has developed a callus).

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