Meanings of 筘
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 筘
Podcast: 筘
Podcast: 筘
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 筘
Imagine a large roll of cloth unrolling across a table. The character 筘 looks like a table with a cloth (the top part) draped over it. The pronunciation 'kòu' can remind you of 'cough,' as if the fabric is choking the air, emphasizing its significance in covering or wrapping.
Be careful not to confuse 筘 (kòu) with similar characters like 裁 (cái), which means to cut. This word is more technical and often found in formal contexts, especially in the textile industry. It's important to use the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
Although 筘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to other textile-related words at higher levels, such as 布 (bù, cloth) and 织 (zhī, to weave). Focus on recognizing the character in texts related to fabric and clothing.
In traditional Chinese society, textiles were a significant part of daily life and commerce, influencing trade routes and cultural exchanges. The measure of cloth reflects the historical importance of weaving in Chinese culture.
Learners often confuse 筘 (kòu) with similar characters, leading to incorrect usage in sentences about fabric. For example, saying '我买了很多裁' instead of '我买了很多筘' can lead to misunderstanding, as 裁 means cutting rather than measuring cloth.
Pronunciation of 筘
Drill the tone of 筘 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Etymology of 筘
bamboo
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 筘?
Decomposition of 筘
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 筘?
Write 筘
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 筘 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Cultural Notes for 筘
In traditional Chinese society, textiles were a significant part of daily life and commerce, influencing trade routes and cultural exchanges. The measure of cloth reflects the historical importance of weaving in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 筘
Compound Meaning
What does 筘 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 筘
It is specifically related to the width of cloth, which is essential in tailoring and fabric production.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 筘?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.