unknown, 19 strokes, radical 疒, rank #32884, Very Hard
癣
xuǎn
Taiwan pr. [xian3]
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 疒, rank #32884, Very Hard
xuǎn(xuan3) T3
1ringworms
2ringworm
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March 24, 2026
癣(癬)xuǎn(xuan3)
The character 癣 (xuǎn) refers to a type of skin infection commonly known as ringworm. It is a fungal infection that typically affects the skin, scalp, or nails and is characterized by circular, red, itchy patches. In medical contexts, it is important to distinguish this term from other skin conditions, emphasizing its specific fungal origin.
Strokes19Radical疒Frequency#32884DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like 癣 may be treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture. This reflects a holistic approach to health, where skin issues are often seen as manifestations of internal imbalances.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'ring' of 'worms' on your skin, which look like the character 癣. The radical 疒 (disease) indicates it's related to health, while the sound 'xuǎn' can be remembered as a cue to 'warn' about the infection. Visualize a warning sign around a ring to reinforce the connection.
Meanings of 癣
xuǎn(xuan3)
1ringworms
2ringworm
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About 癣
癣Simplified
癬Traditional
19Strokes
疒Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 癣
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'ring' of 'worms' on your skin, which look like the character 癣. The radical 疒 (disease) indicates it's related to health, while the sound 'xuǎn' can be remembered as a cue to 'warn' about the infection. Visualize a warning sign around a ring to reinforce the connection.
Usage Notes
Be careful when using 癣, as it is a medical term and may not be appropriate in informal contexts. Common collocations include '癣病' (ringworm disease) and '皮肤癣' (skin ringworm). Ensure you pronounce it correctly; mispronouncing can lead to misunderstandings, especially with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
While 癣 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your medical vocabulary at higher levels. Focus on related terms like 皮肤 (pí fū, skin) and 病 (bìng, disease) to build a contextual understanding of health-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like 癣 may be treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture. This reflects a holistic approach to health, where skin issues are often seen as manifestations of internal imbalances.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 癣 (ringworm) with other skin conditions like 湿疹 (shī zhěn, eczema). Remember, 癣 specifically refers to fungal infections, while 湿疹 relates to allergic reactions.
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Grammar Patterns of 癣
癣 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 3 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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适用于脚气、脚____、脚痒等真菌感染.
Adapt to treat dermatophytosis , athlete's foot and feet tickle.
It has obvious cure effect to psoriasis nettle rash , prurigo and scabies.
Cultural Notes for 癣
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like 癣 may be treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture. This reflects a holistic approach to health, where skin issues are often seen as manifestations of internal imbalances.
Word Family of 癣
Words Containing This Character6
癣xuǎnringworm癬
牛皮癣psoriasis牛皮癬
脚癣athlete's foot腳癬
足癣athlete's foot足癬
头癣favus of the scalp (skin disease)頭癬
体癣ringworm體癬
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Compound Meaning
What does 癣 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 癣
癣 translates to 'ringworm' in English, referring to a specific type of fungal skin infection.
癣 is pronounced as 'xuǎn' in Mandarin, with the third tone.
No, 癣 is a medical term and is typically used in healthcare settings rather than in casual conversation.
