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缍duǒThe character 缍 (duǒ) refers to a type of ribbon or cord, often used in traditional Chinese clothing and arts. It can also imply the act of tying or binding something, particularly in a decorative manner. In modern contexts, it might be seen in discussions about crafts or fashion.11 strokes, radical 纟
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March 24, 2026

缍duǒ(duo3)

The character 缍 (duǒ) refers to a type of ribbon or cord, often used in traditional Chinese clothing and arts. It can also imply the act of tying or binding something, particularly in a decorative manner. In modern contexts, it might be seen in discussions about crafts or fashion.

Strokes11Radical纟
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, ribbons (缍) are significant in traditional ceremonies, such as weddings, where they symbolize unity and elegance. The use of decorative cords is also common in various art forms, including calligraphy and embroidery.

Memory Tip

Imagine a colorful ribbon (缍) that wraps around a gift, tying it up beautifully. The character has a silk radical (丝) on the left, reminding you of the soft texture of a ribbon, while the right part (多) suggests abundance, like having many ribbons to choose from.

About 缍

缍Simplified
11Strokes
纟Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 缍

Usage Notes

缍 is generally used in more formal or artistic contexts, such as in describing traditional garments or decorative crafts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it can be easily confused with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include 缍带 (duǒdài) for 'ribbon' or 'cord'.

HSK Study Tips

While 缍 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be associated with other words related to textiles and crafts. Students should focus on the radicals and components to enhance their understanding of related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 缍 with similar characters like 绕 (rào), which means 'to wind or circle around'. It's important to pay attention to the context in which 缍 is used to avoid misuse.

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Etymology of 缍

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

silk

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)垂
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Case file: 缍

  1. 1The meaning half纟 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half垂 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 缍?

Decomposition of 缍

IDS Structure⿰纟垂
缍Full Character
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纟si1
left
垂chui2
right
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Identify the Components

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How to say 缍 in Chinese

This in Chinese is缍duǒ

The character 缍 (duǒ) refers to a type of ribbon or cord, often used in traditional Chinese clothing and arts. It can also imply the act of tying or binding something, particularly in a decorative manner. In modern contexts, it might be seen in discussions about crafts or fashion.

When to use 缍

缍 is generally used in more formal or artistic contexts, such as in describing traditional garments or decorative crafts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it can be easily confused with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include 缍带 (duǒdài) for 'ribbon' or 'cord'.

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 缍 with similar characters like 绕 (rào), which means 'to wind or circle around'. It's important to pay attention to the context in which 缍 is used to avoid misuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 缍

缍 means 'ribbon' or 'cord', typically used in decorative contexts.

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