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March 24, 2026
帱(幬)chóu(chou2)
The character 帱 (chóu) refers to a covering or curtain, often used in contexts related to shelter or privacy. It can imply something that conceals or protects, such as a canopy or drapery, and is commonly associated with decorative or functional textiles in architecture and design.
Strokes10Radical巾Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, curtains like 帱 were commonly used to separate spaces and provide privacy, similar to how room dividers are used today. They also have aesthetic significance in cultural ceremonies, such as weddings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large, colorful curtain (帱) draping down to cover a stage. The character's top part, 带 (dài), suggests something that wraps around, while the bottom part represents a space (口) that is being concealed. This visual helps connect the form to its meaning of covering or privacy.
Meanings of 帱
chóu(chou2)
primary
1to cover up; curtain
2canopy
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About 帱
帱Simplified
幬Traditional
10Strokes
巾Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large, colorful curtain (帱) draping down to cover a stage. The character's top part, 带 (dài), suggests something that wraps around, while the bottom part represents a space (口) that is being concealed. This visual helps connect the form to its meaning of covering or privacy.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 帱 (chóu) with other similar characters that denote different types of coverings. It is more common in formal settings when discussing architectural elements rather than casual conversation. A common collocation is '帱幕' (chóu mù), meaning curtain.
HSK Study Tips
While 帱 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it can be connected to other words related to covering or shelter. Focus on recognizing its application in texts discussing home decor or architecture, which can enhance your contextual vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, curtains like 帱 were commonly used to separate spaces and provide privacy, similar to how room dividers are used today. They also have aesthetic significance in cultural ceremonies, such as weddings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 帱 (chóu) with similar-sounding characters like 带 (dài), which means to carry or bring. For example, saying '我喜欢那帱' (Wǒ xǐhuān nà dāi) instead of '我喜欢那帱' (Wǒ xǐhuān nà chóu) would be incorrect, as 'dāi' does not convey the meaning of a covering.
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Cultural Notes for 帱
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In traditional Chinese architecture, curtains like 帱 were commonly used to separate spaces and provide privacy, similar to how room dividers are used today. They also have aesthetic significance in cultural ceremonies, such as weddings.
Word Family of 帱
Words Containing This Character1
帱chóucanopy幬
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Frequently Asked Questions about 帱
The pronunciation is chóu, with the tone being a rising tone.
A common phrase is '帱幕' (chóu mù), which refers to a curtain, often used in theatrical contexts.
Though it may not be used frequently in casual conversation, it appears in discussions about architecture and design.
