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缋huìto sketch, to paint, to draw; multicoloredg, 12 strokes, radical 纟
缋huìmulti-colorunknown, 12 strokes, radical 纟
huì(hui4)hui T4
  1. 1to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored
  2. 2multi-color
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March 24, 2026

缋(繢)huì(hui4)

The character 缋 (huì) refers to the act of sketching, painting, or drawing, often with an emphasis on multicolored or intricate artworks. It is commonly used in artistic contexts, particularly in discussions about visual arts, illustrations, and design. The character conveys a sense of creativity and the application of color in art.

Strokes12Radical纟
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the appreciation of art and color plays a significant role in traditional practices, such as Chinese painting and calligraphy. The use of multicolored elements in art reflects the vibrancy of Chinese festivals and ceremonies.

Memory tip

Think of 缋 as a 'huge' canvas where artists 'draw' with 'multicolors.' The radical 缶 resembles a pot or container, suggesting the idea of holding various colors, while the phonetic component 会 (huì) could remind you of 'how' artists skillfully mix colors together.

Meanings of 缋

huì(hui4)
1to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored
2multi-color
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缋Simplified
繢Traditional
12Strokes
纟Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 缋 with similar characters like 画 (huà), which specifically means 'to draw' in a more general sense. 缋 is more specialized and may not be used in everyday conversation. It is typically used in more artistic or formal contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 缋 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other art-related terms. Students should focus on understanding its application in artistic dialogues and how it relates to other words describing visual arts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缋 with 画, using them interchangeably. Remember that 缋 specifically refers to multicolored sketches, whereas 画 covers a broader range of drawing and painting activities.

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Etymology of 缋

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

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)贵
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Origin

缋 = 纟 + 贵. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 缋

IDS Structure⿰纟贵
缋Full character
=
纟si1
left
贵gui4
right
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How to say to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored in Chinese

“to sketch, to paint, to draw; multicolored” in Chinese is缋huì

The character 缋 (huì) refers to the act of sketching, painting, or drawing, often with an emphasis on multicolored or intricate artworks. It is commonly used in artistic contexts, particularly in discussions about visual arts, illustrations, and design. The character conveys a sense of creativity and the application of color in art.

When to use 缋

Be careful not to confuse 缋 with similar characters like 画 (huà), which specifically means 'to draw' in a more general sense. 缋 is more specialized and may not be used in everyday conversation. It is typically used in more artistic or formal contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 缋 with 画, using them interchangeably. Remember that 缋 specifically refers to multicolored sketches, whereas 画 covers a broader range of drawing and painting activities.

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Word Family of 缋

Words containing this character1
缋huìto draw繢

Frequently asked questions about 缋

缋 emphasizes multicolored and intricate drawings, while 画 is a more general term for drawing or painting.

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