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绒 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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绒
róng
velvet
n, 9 strokes, radical 纟, rank #10553, Very Hard
绒
róng
woolen
n, 9 strokes, radical 纟, rank #10553, Very Hard
绒
róng
cotton, silk, velvet, wool
n, 9 strokes, radical 纟, rank #10553, Very Hard
róng(rong2)rong T2
1velvet
2woolen
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March 24, 2026
绒(絨)róng(rong2)
The character 绒 (róng) refers to soft, fluffy fabrics such as velvet, wool, or cotton. It is commonly used in contexts related to textiles and clothing, often describing materials that have a rich texture or soft feel.
Strokes9Radical纟Frequency#10553DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
绒 is often associated with traditional Chinese garments, especially in winter attire where warm, soft materials are preferred. In Chinese culture, the quality of fabric is an essential aspect of clothing and is often linked to social status.
Memory tip
Imagine a fluffy, soft blanket made of velvet (绒). The character 绒 has a 'soft' 部 (bù) component at the bottom, resembling the softness of the fabric. Visualize yourself wrapping up in this warm material to remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 绒
róng(rong2)
1velvet
2woolen
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About 绒
绒Simplified
絨Traditional
9Strokes
纟Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10553Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
绒 (róng) vs 毛 (máo) — use 绒 for soft, fluffy fabrics, while 毛 refers specifically to hair or fur.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 绒 with similar-sounding words like 荣 (róng) which means 'glory.' This word is generally used in a neutral register, so it fits well in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include 绒布 (róng bù - velvet fabric) and 绒毛 (róng máo - fluff).
HSK Study Tips
绒 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but it connects to HSK Level 3 words related to clothing and materials. Focus on recognizing the character in reading texts about fashion or shopping.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 绒 (róng) with 荣 (róng) due to their similar sounds. For instance, saying '我喜欢荣布' (Wǒ xǐhuān róng bù - I like glory fabric) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢绒布' (Wǒ xǐhuān róng bù - I like velvet fabric).
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绒 = 纟 + 戎. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 绒
IDS Structure⿰纟戎
绒Full character
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纟si1
left
戎Rong2
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 绒?
How to say velvet in Chinese
“velvet” in Chinese is绒róng
The character 绒 (róng) refers to soft, fluffy fabrics such as velvet, wool, or cotton. It is commonly used in contexts related to textiles and clothing, often describing materials that have a rich texture or soft feel.
When to use 绒
Be careful not to confuse 绒 with similar-sounding words like 荣 (róng) which means 'glory.' This word is generally used in a neutral register, so it fits well in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include 绒布 (róng bù - velvet fabric) and 绒毛 (róng máo - fluff).
绒 or something close to it
绒 (róng) vs 毛 (máo) — use 绒 for soft, fluffy fabrics, while 毛 refers specifically to hair or fur.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 绒 (róng) with 荣 (róng) due to their similar sounds. For instance, saying '我喜欢荣布' (Wǒ xǐhuān róng bù - I like glory fabric) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢绒布' (Wǒ xǐhuān róng bù - I like velvet fabric).
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绒
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Grammar patterns of 绒
绒 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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它挠得我后脖梗儿的____毛直痒痒。
It tickled the hairs on the back of my neck.
Example sentences for 绒 (10)
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1
它挠得我后脖梗儿的绒毛直痒痒。
tā náo de wǒ hòu bó gěng ér de róng máo zhí yǎng yǎng。
It tickled the hairs on the back of my neck.
2
她穿着一件有花边的白色上衣和一条蓝色天鹅绒裙子。
tā chuānzhuó yī jiàn yǒu huā biān de báisè shàngyī hé yī tiáo lánsè tiān’é róng qúnzi。
She was wearing a white ruffled blouse and a blue velvet skirt.
3
她穿了一条厚厚的格子呢裙和一件红色羊绒衫。
tā chuān le yī tiáo hòu hòu de gézi ne qún hé yī jiàn hóngsè yáng róng shān。
She wore a thick tartan skirt and a red cashmere sweater.
4
我渴望有一件长及脚跟的棕色绒面革大衣。
wǒ kěwàng yǒu yī jiàn cháng jí jiǎo gēn de zōngsè róng miàn gé dàyī。
