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纥 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
纥gēinferior silk; tassel, knot, fringex, 6 strokes, radical 纟
纥gētasselsunknown, 6 strokes, radical 纟
纥héinferior silk; tassel, knot, fringex, 6 strokes, radical 纟
纥hétasselsunknown, 6 strokes, radical 纟
gē(ge1)
primary
 T1
  1. 1inferior silk; tassel, knot, fringe
  2. 2tassels
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March 24, 2026

纥(紇)gē(ge1)

The character 纥 (gē) primarily refers to inferior silk or materials that resemble it, often used in the context of textiles and decorative elements. It can also describe items like tassels, knots, or fringes that embellish clothing or accessories. This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized discussions about textiles or crafts.

Strokes6Radical纟
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, silk has a long-standing historical significance, often associated with luxury and craftsmanship. The use of tassels and knots in traditional clothing reflects cultural aesthetics and symbolism, often seen in festivals and ceremonies.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful scarf made of inferior silk with colorful tassels hanging from its edges. The character 纥 looks like a hanging tassel; the top part resembles the tassel itself, while the lower part signifies the weaving of silk. Remember, 'gē' sounds like 'gay', and you can think of a joyful, colorful tassel swinging in the breeze.

Meanings of 纥

gē(ge1)
primary
1inferior silk; tassel, knot, fringe
2tassels
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About 纥

纥Simplified
紇Traditional
6Strokes
纟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 纥 with other similar-sounding characters, such as 赫 (hè), which means 'to shine.' It is important to use 纥 specifically in contexts related to textiles or decorative elements. Be mindful of using it in formal discussions about fabric and design rather than in casual conversation.

HSK Study Tips

While 纥 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of textiles, which may come up in advanced studies or discussions. Focus on recognizing its components to help remember its meaning and usage in context.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 纥 with 赫 (hè) and use it incorrectly in contexts related to brightness or clarity. Remember that 纥 is specific to textiles, while 赫 relates to shining or brightness.

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Etymology of 纥

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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silk

Semantic (meaning)乞
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Phonetic (sound)纟
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Case file: 纥

  1. 1The meaning half乞 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half纟 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaysilk
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 纥?

Decomposition of 纥

IDS Structure⿰纟乞
纥Full Character
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纟si1
left
乞qi3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 纥?

How to say inferior silk; tassel, knot, fringe in Chinese

“inferior silk; tassel, knot, fringe” in Chinese is纥gē

The character 纥 (gē) primarily refers to inferior silk or materials that resemble it, often used in the context of textiles and decorative elements. It can also describe items like tassels, knots, or fringes that embellish clothing or accessories. This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized discussions about textiles or crafts.

When to use 纥

Learners often confuse 纥 with other similar-sounding characters, such as 赫 (hè), which means 'to shine.' It is important to use 纥 specifically in contexts related to textiles or decorative elements. Be mindful of using it in formal discussions about fabric and design rather than in casual conversation.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 纥 with 赫 (hè) and use it incorrectly in contexts related to brightness or clarity. Remember that 纥 is specific to textiles, while 赫 relates to shining or brightness.

Write 纥

纥

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Word Family of 纥

Words Containing This Character2
回纥Huihe, pre-Tang name of ethnic group corresponding to modern Uighur回紇
纥gēknot紇
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Compound Meaning

What does 回纥 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 纥

纥 specifically refers to inferior silk, while other terms may denote higher quality silk or different types of fabrics.

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