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March 24, 2026
缎(緞)duàn(duan4)
The character 缎 (duàn) refers to a type of luxurious fabric known as satin. It is commonly used in the context of fashion and textiles, often associated with elegance and high-quality clothing or accessories. In everyday usage, it may describe items like dresses or linings that have a smooth, shiny surface.
Strokes12Radical纟Frequency#29591DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Satin fabrics have a significant presence in Chinese culture, often used for traditional garments like qipaos during festivals or weddings, symbolizing elegance and prosperity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'duan' (pronounced like 'duan') of satin fabric that is flowing elegantly in the wind. The character 缎 has the radical '糸' (silk) which reminds you that satin is a silk-like material. Picture yourself wearing a beautiful satin dress at a fancy event to help remember its meaning.
Meanings of 缎
duàn(duan4)
1satin
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About 缎
缎Simplified
緞Traditional
12Strokes
纟Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
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绸 (chóu) - use 缎 (duàn) for smoother, shinier fabrics, while 绸 (chóu) refers to silk fabrics that may not have the same sheen.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'duan' (pronounced like 'duan') of satin fabric that is flowing elegantly in the wind. The character 缎 has the radical '糸' (silk) which reminds you that satin is a silk-like material. Picture yourself wearing a beautiful satin dress at a fancy event to help remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tone when saying 缎 (duàn); it can be easily confused with words that have similar sounds. This word is relatively formal, so it’s best used in discussions about fashion, textiles, or when shopping for high-end fabrics. Common collocations include '缎面' (satin surface) or '缎带' (satin ribbon).
HSK Study Tips
Although 缎 (duàn) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other fabric-related words, particularly at the intermediate level. Students should focus on understanding related terms and their applications in fashion and home decor.
Cultural Note
Satin fabrics have a significant presence in Chinese culture, often used for traditional garments like qipaos during festivals or weddings, symbolizing elegance and prosperity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 缎 with related words like 布 (bù, cloth) or 绸 (chóu, silk), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我买了一些布' (I bought some cloth) when referring to satin is incorrect; it should be '我买了一些缎'.
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Grammar Patterns of 缎
缎 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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最后上完蜡后，它看起来犹如____子般光滑亮泽。
The final stage of waxing left it with a satin sheen.
Example Sentences for 缎 (8)
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最后上完蜡后，它看起来犹如缎子般光滑亮泽。
zuì hòu shàng wán là hòu， ， tā kàn qǐ lái yóu rú duàn zǐ bān guāng huá liàng。
The final stage of waxing left it with a satin sheen.
2
她在黑头发上系着红缎带,恋恋不舍自己的梦.
tā zài hēi tóu fā shàng xì zháo hóng duàn dài, , liàn liàn bù shě zì jǐ de.
She wore ribbons in her black hair and clung to her dreams.
3
她的头发上编扎着缎带和花。
tā de tóu fā shàng biān zā zháo duàn dài hé huā。
Her hair was interlaced with ribbons and flowers.
4
她穿着紫绿相间的绸缎衣服。
tā chuān zháo zǐ lǜ xiāng jiān de chóu duàn yī fú。
She wore purple and green silk.
5
她想把睡衣踢脱，可是它却和缎子床单绞到了一块。
tā xiǎng bǎ shuì yī tī tuō， ， kě shì tā què hé duàn zǐ chuáng dān jiǎo dào le yī。
She tried to kick the pajamas loose, but they were tangled in the satin sheet.
Gold and green satin brocade drapes hung at the windows.
8
我们在汽车上挂满了缎带.
wǒ mén zài qì chē shàng guà mǎn le duàn dài.
We decorated our car with ribbon.
Cultural Notes for 缎
🏮Cultural insight
Satin fabrics have a significant presence in Chinese culture, often used for traditional garments like qipaos during festivals or weddings, symbolizing elegance and prosperity.
Word Family of 缎
Words Containing This Character5
缎duànsatin緞
缎带ribbon緞帶
绸缎satin綢緞
锦缎brocade錦緞
缎子satin緞子
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 缎
缎 specifically refers to satin, which has a smooth and glossy finish, while other fabrics like cotton or linen have different textures and uses.
Yes, you can say '这条裙子是用缎做的' (This dress is made of satin).
缎 is more commonly used in written Chinese, particularly in fashion contexts, whereas in everyday conversation, you might refer to fabrics more generally.
