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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
厍shèsurnameg, 6 strokes, radical 厂
厍shèsurname Sheunknown, 6 strokes, radical 厂
shè(She4)she T4
  1. 1surname
Also a Chinese surname, She — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

厍(厙)shè(She4)

The character 厍 (shè) primarily represents a surname in Chinese. It is not commonly used as a standalone word in daily conversation but can be encountered in names or historical texts. Understanding this character is important for recognizing certain family names and their cultural significance.

Strokes6Radical厂
Cultural note

The surname She (厍) is quite rare and is one of the many surnames in Chinese culture that can signify lineage and heritage. In Chinese society, surnames often carry historical significance and reflect familial connections.

Memory tip

Imagine a large, sturdy shed (sounds like 'shè') where families gather. The structure represents the surname 'She', linking the character's form to its role as a family name.

Meanings of 厍

shè(She4)
1surname
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About 厍

厍Simplified
厙Traditional
6Strokes
厂Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Since 厍 is mainly a surname, it is generally used in formal contexts. Learners should ensure they use it correctly in family contexts, avoiding confusion with common nouns. Note that 'shè' should be pronounced with a falling tone, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

As a lesser-known HSK word and primarily a surname, 厍 may not appear in standard vocabulary lists. However, recognizing it can help with understanding name structures and cultural nuances in conversations about family. Students should focus on tone and context when using surnames in Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 厍 with similar-sounding characters or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'she' with a flat tone instead of 'shè' can lead to misunderstandings, as it is crucial to use the correct tone.

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Etymology of 厍

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

IDS Structure⿸厂车
厍Full character
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厂chang3
enclosing
车Che1
inner
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How to say surname in Chinese

“surname” in Chinese is厍shè

The character 厍 (shè) primarily represents a surname in Chinese. It is not commonly used as a standalone word in daily conversation but can be encountered in names or historical texts. Understanding this character is important for recognizing certain family names and their cultural significance.

When to use 厍

Since 厍 is mainly a surname, it is generally used in formal contexts. Learners should ensure they use it correctly in family contexts, avoiding confusion with common nouns. Note that 'shè' should be pronounced with a falling tone, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 厍 with similar-sounding characters or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'she' with a flat tone instead of 'shè' can lead to misunderstandings, as it is crucial to use the correct tone.

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Word Family of 厍

Words containing this character1
厍shèsurname She厙

Frequently asked questions about 厍

It primarily functions as a surname and does not have a specific meaning beyond identifying family lineage.

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