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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
幛zhànga cloth or silken hanging scrolln, 14 strokes, radical 巾
幛zhànghanging scrollunknown, 14 strokes, radical 巾
zhàng(zhang4)zhang T4
  1. 1a cloth or silken hanging scroll
  2. 2hanging scroll
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March 24, 2026

幛zhàng(zhang4)

The character 幛 (zhàng) refers to a type of textile, specifically a cloth or silken hanging scroll often used for decorative purposes. These scrolls are commonly seen in traditional Chinese art and can serve both aesthetic and cultural functions, such as displaying paintings or calligraphy.

Strokes14Radical巾
Cultural note

Hanging scrolls have a significant place in Chinese culture, often used during festivals or ceremonies to convey wishes, display artistry, or decorate homes for auspicious occasions.

Memory tip

Imagine a large, elegant silk scroll hanging from the ceiling in a grand hall, showcasing intricate designs. The character 幛 looks like a 'hanging' scroll with the '丷' on top representing the fabric draping down, and the '长' below suggesting its long, flowing nature.

Meanings of 幛

zhàng(zhang4)
1a cloth or silken hanging scroll
2hanging scroll
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About 幛

幛Simplified
14Strokes
巾Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

In formal contexts, 幛 is typically used in discussions related to art, culture, or architecture. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar words like 幕 (mù), which refers to a curtain used in theaters. A common collocation is '书法幛' (shūfǎ zhàng), meaning a hanging scroll of calligraphy.

HSK Study Tips

While 幛 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners at this level should focus on recognizing the radicals and components that are also present in other characters. Understanding its structure can help with memorization and comprehension of related terms in arts and culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 幛 with 幕 due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '我挂了一个幕' (I hung a curtain) instead of '我挂了一个幛' (I hung a scroll) when describing a decorative scroll is a common error.

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Etymology of 幛

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

Writing 章 on cloth 巾; 章 also provides the pronunciation

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Origin

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Decomposition of 幛

IDS Structure⿰巾章
幛Full character
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巾jin1
left
章Zhang1
right
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Parts

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How to say a cloth or silken hanging scroll in Chinese

“a cloth or silken hanging scroll” in Chinese is幛zhàng

The character 幛 (zhàng) refers to a type of textile, specifically a cloth or silken hanging scroll often used for decorative purposes. These scrolls are commonly seen in traditional Chinese art and can serve both aesthetic and cultural functions, such as displaying paintings or calligraphy.

When to use 幛

In formal contexts, 幛 is typically used in discussions related to art, culture, or architecture. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar words like 幕 (mù), which refers to a curtain used in theaters. A common collocation is '书法幛' (shūfǎ zhàng), meaning a hanging scroll of calligraphy.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 幛 with 幕 due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '我挂了一个幕' (I hung a curtain) instead of '我挂了一个幛' (I hung a scroll) when describing a decorative scroll is a common error.

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Word Family of 幛

Words containing this character3
幛zhànghanging scroll
挽幛large elegiac scroll
喜幛celebratory hanging scroll
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Frequently asked questions about 幛

While 幛 refers to a decorative hanging scroll, 幕 generally means a curtain, often used in theatrical settings.

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