"seal" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 26)
unknown, 2 strokes, radical 卩, Very Hard
jié(jie2) T2
1seal; kneeling person
2"seal" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 26)
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March 24, 2026
卩jié(jie2)
The character 卩 (jié) primarily refers to a seal, particularly in historical contexts where seals were used to endorse documents. It can also denote a kneeling person, emphasizing a posture of submission or respect. In modern usage, it serves as a radical in various Chinese characters, representing ideas associated with sealing or binding.
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Cultural Note
In ancient China, seals played a crucial role in governance and law, symbolizing authority and authenticity. The use of seals continues today in various official documents, reflecting a deep-seated cultural value for formality and acknowledgment.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person kneeling (the shape of 卩) to press down a wax seal on a letter, making it official and secure. The kneeling posture represents the act of sealing something important, and the pronunciation 'jié' rhymes with 'seal' to help you remember its meaning.
Meanings of 卩
jié(jie2)
1seal; kneeling person
2"seal" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 26)
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AI Study Notes for 卩
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person kneeling (the shape of 卩) to press down a wax seal on a letter, making it official and secure. The kneeling posture represents the act of sealing something important, and the pronunciation 'jié' rhymes with 'seal' to help you remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
The character 卩 is often used in formal contexts, especially related to historical documents or traditional practices. Learners should avoid confusing it with similar-looking characters and remember that it functions mainly as a radical rather than a standalone word in modern vocabulary.
HSK Study Tips
While 卩 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of characters related to seals (like '印' yìn). Focus on recognizing it in compound words and phrases as you progress through HSK levels, especially in historical or cultural texts.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, seals played a crucial role in governance and law, symbolizing authority and authenticity. The use of seals continues today in various official documents, reflecting a deep-seated cultural value for formality and acknowledgment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 卩 with similar characters like 冏 (jiǒng) or 𠂇 (yǐ), leading to incorrect interpretations. It's important to recognize that 卩 specifically relates to sealing and kneeling, not to other concepts.
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Cultural Notes for 卩
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In ancient China, seals played a crucial role in governance and law, symbolizing authority and authenticity. The use of seals continues today in various official documents, reflecting a deep-seated cultural value for formality and acknowledgment.
Word Family of 卩
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卩jié"seal" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 26)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 卩
In modern usage, 卩 primarily serves as a radical in characters related to seals and does not appear frequently as a standalone term.
The pronunciation is 'jié', which rhymes with 'seal' to help you remember its meaning.
