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兓jīnThe character 兓 (jīn) is an uncommon character that can refer to a type of ancient coin or currency. Though it is not widely used in modern Mandarin, it is sometimes encountered in historical texts or discussions about ancient Chinese currency systems.8 strokes, radical 儿
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March 24, 2026

兓jīn(jin1)

The character 兓 (jīn) is an uncommon character that can refer to a type of ancient coin or currency. Though it is not widely used in modern Mandarin, it is sometimes encountered in historical texts or discussions about ancient Chinese currency systems.

Strokes8Radical儿
Cultural note

The character connects to China's rich history of trade and currency, where various forms of coins were used in ancient dynasties. Understanding this character can provide insight into the evolution of Chinese monetary systems.

Memory tip

Imagine a shiny coin (兓) with the character '金' (jīn) for gold engraved on it, representing wealth. The character's form can remind you of a treasure chest filled with coins, linking its meaning to currency.

About 兓

兓Simplified
8Strokes
儿Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, so learners might confuse it with more common characters like '金' (jīn) for gold. It's important to recognize its historical context rather than use it in modern contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 兓 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students at HSK 1-3 should focus on commonly used words related to money and currency, such as '钱' (qián) for money and '金' (jīn) for gold, to build a solid foundation.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 兓 in modern contexts where it doesn't apply, such as saying '我有兓' (I have jīn), when they mean to say '我有钱' (I have money). Always opt for more common terms in conversation.

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Etymology of 兓

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Phonetic (sound)旡
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Decomposition of 兓

IDS Structure⿰旡旡
兓Full character
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旡ji4
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Parts

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How to say 兓 in Chinese

This in Chinese is兓jīn

The character 兓 (jīn) is an uncommon character that can refer to a type of ancient coin or currency. Though it is not widely used in modern Mandarin, it is sometimes encountered in historical texts or discussions about ancient Chinese currency systems.

When to use 兓

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, so learners might confuse it with more common characters like '金' (jīn) for gold. It's important to recognize its historical context rather than use it in modern contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 兓 in modern contexts where it doesn't apply, such as saying '我有兓' (I have jīn), when they mean to say '我有钱' (I have money). Always opt for more common terms in conversation.

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No, 兓 is quite rare and primarily found in historical texts.

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