Meanings of 扉
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AI Study Notes for 扉
Imagine a grand entrance with a single elegant door panel that opens to reveal a beautiful garden. The character 扉 looks like a door with its top horizontal line (the roof) and the vertical lines (the sides) represent the structure of the door.
While 扉 is formal and often used in written contexts, it might not be familiar in everyday conversation where simply using '门' (mén) for door suffices. Be careful with tone; the first tone (fēi) is crucial, as mispronouncing it may lead to misunderstandings.
Though 扉 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your architectural and literary vocabulary. Students should focus on recognizing it in reading materials about buildings or literature.
In traditional Chinese architecture, doors often have symbolic meanings, with single-leaf doors representing a welcoming yet modest entrance. This reflects a cultural appreciation for balance and harmony in design.
Learners often confuse 扉 with 门, using it in informal contexts where 门 is more appropriate. For example, saying '我打开了扉' (wǒ dǎkāi le fēi) instead of '我打开了门' (wǒ dǎkāi le mén) would sound odd.
Pronunciation of 扉
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Etymology of 扉
Phonosemantic compound. 户 represents the meaning and 非 represents the sound.
door
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Decomposition of 扉
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Grammar Patterns of 扉
扉 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他那高昂的声音洞彻心____。
His soaring voice cuts straight to the heart.
Example Sentences for 扉 (1)
Cultural Notes for 扉
In traditional Chinese architecture, doors often have symbolic meanings, with single-leaf doors representing a welcoming yet modest entrance. This reflects a cultural appreciation for balance and harmony in design.
Word Family of 扉
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 扉
No, 扉 is more formal and is typically used in literary or architectural contexts.