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.
11 strokes, radical 纟, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
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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Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
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
Traditional
11Strokes
纟Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Memory Mnemonic
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.
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.
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.
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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Cultural Notes for 缍
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about 缍
缍 means 'ribbon' or 'cord', typically used in decorative contexts.
It is less common in everyday speech but can appear in discussions about fashion, crafts, or traditional clothing.
Yes, characters like 带 (dài) meaning 'belt' or 'band' and 绳 (shéng) meaning 'rope' are related.
