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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
幃wéia curtain that forms a wallzg, 12 strokes, radical 巾
wéi(wei2)wei T2
  1. 1a curtain that forms a wall
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March 24, 2026

幃wéi(wei2)

The character 幃 (wéi) refers to a type of curtain that functions like a wall, often used in traditional Chinese architecture to create divisions within a space. It signifies not just a physical barrier but also a cultural element in spaces meant for privacy or decoration, such as in traditional homes or during ceremonies.

Strokes12Radical巾
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, curtains like 幃 were essential in creating private spaces, often found in homes and during festivals, symbolizing the importance of privacy and decorum.

Memory tip

Imagine a curtain (幃) that is so thick it feels like a wall, providing privacy. The character has a radical for 'curtain' on the left (幃 resembles a wall) and suggests that it creates a boundary in a room, making it easier to remember its meaning.

Meanings of 幃

wéi(wei2)
1a curtain that forms a wall
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About 幃

幃Simplified
12Strokes
巾Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is quite formal and not commonly used in everyday conversation; it may appear more in literature or historical texts. Be cautious with the tone as it has a falling tone (wéi), which can change the meaning if mispronounced. Common phrases include '布幃' (curtain) and '隔幃' (dividing curtain).

HSK Study Tips

Though 幃 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to other words about barriers and separation in Chinese, such as 隔 (gé) and 帷 (wéi, curtain). Focus on recognizing how different characters represent concepts of division and privacy.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 幃 with other curtain-related words like 帷 (wéi). For example, saying '我买了一个幃' (I bought a curtain) might be incorrect if the context is informal, as 幃 suggests a formal setting. Instead, use 帷 for everyday curtains.

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Etymology of 幃

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory hint

curtain

Semantic (meaning)巾
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Phonetic (sound)韋
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Origin

幃 = 巾 + 韋. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 幃

IDS Structure⿰巾韋
幃Full character
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巾jin1
left
韋wei2
right
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Parts

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How to say a curtain that forms a wall in Chinese

“a curtain that forms a wall” in Chinese is幃wéi

The character 幃 (wéi) refers to a type of curtain that functions like a wall, often used in traditional Chinese architecture to create divisions within a space. It signifies not just a physical barrier but also a cultural element in spaces meant for privacy or decoration, such as in traditional homes or during ceremonies.

When to use 幃

This term is quite formal and not commonly used in everyday conversation; it may appear more in literature or historical texts. Be cautious with the tone as it has a falling tone (wéi), which can change the meaning if mispronounced. Common phrases include '布幃' (curtain) and '隔幃' (dividing curtain).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 幃 with other curtain-related words like 帷 (wéi). For example, saying '我买了一个幃' (I bought a curtain) might be incorrect if the context is informal, as 幃 suggests a formal setting. Instead, use 帷 for everyday curtains.

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Word Family of 幃

Words containing this character1
帏wéicurtain幃
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Characters with 幃

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Frequently asked questions about 幃

While 幃 specifically denotes a curtain that acts as a wall, other terms like 帷 (wéi) may refer to lighter curtains used for decoration.

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