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March 24, 2026
紈wán(wan2)
The character 紈 (wán) refers to a type of fine white silk or gauze, often used in traditional Chinese clothing and textiles. It connotes a sense of delicacy and luxury, and is typically associated with high-quality fabrics in historical and cultural contexts.
Strokes9Radical糹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, 紈 was highly valued in the manufacture of garments for the elite, symbolizing status and wealth. The use of such fine silk fabrics is often depicted in traditional Chinese art and literature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flowing piece of white silk that is as light as a feather, beautifully draping like a gauze curtain. The character 紈 has the 'silk' radical (丝) at its base, which helps connect it to its meaning of fine fabric.
Meanings of 紈
wán(wan2)
1gauze; fine white silk
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紈Simplified
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糹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flowing piece of white silk that is as light as a feather, beautifully draping like a gauze curtain. The character 紈 has the 'silk' radical (丝) at its base, which helps connect it to its meaning of fine fabric.
Usage Notes
This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suited for formal or literary contexts. Ensure you use it correctly in phrases related to textiles, as confusing it with other fabric-related characters can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 紈 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to other textile-related terms, such as 丝 (sī, silk) and 布 (bù, cloth). Focusing on these related terms can help reinforce your understanding of fabric-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, 紈 was highly valued in the manufacture of garments for the elite, symbolizing status and wealth. The use of such fine silk fabrics is often depicted in traditional Chinese art and literature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 紈 with other similar characters like 绢 (juàn), which means 'silk cloth.' A common mistake is using 紈 when discussing more general silk fabrics, whereas it's more specific to fine gauze.
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Cultural Notes for 紈
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In ancient China, 紈 was highly valued in the manufacture of garments for the elite, symbolizing status and wealth. The use of such fine silk fabrics is often depicted in traditional Chinese art and literature.
Word Family of 紈
Words Containing This Character3
纨绔子弟hedonistic son of rich parents紈絝子弟
纨wánwhite紈
纨裤子弟dandy紈褲子弟
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Frequently Asked Questions about 紈
It is pronounced as 'wán'.
No, it is more often found in literary texts or discussions about traditional textiles.
While 紈 specifically refers to fine silk or gauze, other words like 丝 (sī) refer to silk in general.
