unknown, 19 strokes, radical 骨, rank #28450, Very Hard
kuān(kuan1) T1
1hip, pelvis
2pelvic
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March 24, 2026
髋(髖)kuān(kuan1)
髋 (kuān) refers to the hip or pelvis area of the body, essential for understanding human anatomy and movement. It is commonly used in medical contexts, discussions about health, or in physical education settings when addressing functions related to the lower body.
Strokes19Radical骨Frequency#28450DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the hips and pelvis is believed to be linked to overall mobility and balance, reflecting the importance of these areas in daily life and physical activities.
Memory Tip
Imagine a kangaroo (sounds like 'kuān') hopping around, showing off its strong hips. The character 髋 has the radical 髟, which relates to hair or fur, suggesting the importance of the hip in supporting movement, much like a kangaroo's powerful legs and hips support its leaps.
Meanings of 髋
kuān(kuan1)
1hip, pelvis
2pelvic
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About 髋
髋Simplified
髖Traditional
19Strokes
骨Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
髋 (kuān) vs 臀 (tún) — use 髋 specifically for the hip joint area, while 臀 refers more broadly to the buttocks.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a kangaroo (sounds like 'kuān') hopping around, showing off its strong hips. The character 髋 has the radical 髟, which relates to hair or fur, suggesting the importance of the hip in supporting movement, much like a kangaroo's powerful legs and hips support its leaps.
Usage Notes
髋 is typically used in more formal or technical contexts, such as anatomy or medicine. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; ensure you use the correct tone (first tone) to avoid miscommunication. Common collocations include 髋关节 (hip joint) and 髋骨 (hip bone).
HSK Study Tips
髋 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, but it connects with other anatomical terms that may appear in higher-level studies. Students should focus on its usage in medical or fitness contexts, as well as the radicals that form it for better comprehension of similar words.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the hips and pelvis is believed to be linked to overall mobility and balance, reflecting the importance of these areas in daily life and physical activities.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 髋 with other similar words like 餐 (cān) or 关 (guān) due to similar sounds. For example, saying 餐关节 instead of 髋关节 is incorrect; remember to use 髋 for hip-related terms.
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Grammar Patterns of 髋
髋 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我侧一步要躲闪的时候，瓶子打中了我的左____部。
As I sidestepped, the bottle hit me on the left hip.
Example Sentences for 髋 (3)
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我侧一步要躲闪的时候，瓶子打中了我的左髋部。
wǒ cè yī bù yào duǒ shǎn de shí hòu， ， píng zǐ dǎ zhōng le wǒ de zuǒ kuān。
As I sidestepped, the bottle hit me on the left hip.
2
她的耳朵、肩膀和髋部呈一条直线。
tā de ěr duǒ、 、 jiān bǎng hé kuān bù chéng yī tiáo zhí。
They both suffered from crippling pains in their hips.
Cultural Notes for 髋
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the hips and pelvis is believed to be linked to overall mobility and balance, reflecting the importance of these areas in daily life and physical activities.
Word Family of 髋
Words Containing This Character3
髋kuānpelvis髖
髋关节pelvis髖關節
髋骨hip bone髖骨
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Compound Meaning
What does 髋 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 髋
It is pronounced as 'kuān' with a first tone.
You would use 髋 in discussions about anatomy, health, or physical fitness, especially when referring to hip joints or related injuries.
Yes, related terms include 髋关节 (hip joint) and 髋骨 (hip bone), which are commonly used in medical discussions.
