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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
缗mínfishing line; cord; a string of coinsq, 12 strokes, radical 纟
缗mínfishing-lineunknown, 12 strokes, radical 纟
缗mínstring of coinsunknown, 12 strokes, radical 纟
mín(min2)min T2
  1. 1fishing line; cord; a string of coins
  2. 2fishing-line
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March 24, 2026

缗(緡)mín(min2)

The character 缗 (mín) refers to a fishing line or cord, and can also denote a string of coins. It is commonly used in contexts related to fishing or in historical discussions about currency. The character embodies the idea of something that connects or ties together.

Strokes12Radical纟
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, fishing is not just a means of livelihood but also a popular leisure activity, often symbolizing patience and tranquility. The concept of a string of coins relates to historical trade practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a MINnow swimming through the water, attached to a fishing line (缗) that helps catch it. The radical 缗 resembles a fishing net, symbolizing its connection to fishing.

Meanings of 缗

mín(min2)
1fishing line; cord; a string of coins
2fishing-line
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About 缗

缗Simplified
緡Traditional
12Strokes
纟Radical
量词liàngcímeasure word (mw.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 缗, it's essential to remember that it is often found in more formal or literary contexts. Common collocations include fishing line and string of coins. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that pertain to different types of strings or lines.

HSK Study Tips

Although 缗 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to other terms related to fishing or money, which are useful in daily conversations. Focus on understanding its usage in descriptive contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缗 with similar characters, such as 线 (xiàn), which means 'line' in a more general sense. Remember that 缗 specifically refers to fishing lines or strings of coins.

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Etymology of 缗

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

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)昬
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Origin

缗 = 纟 + 昬. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 缗

IDS Structure⿰纟昬
缗Full character
=
纟si1
left
昬hun1
right
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How to say fishing line; cord; a string of coins in Chinese

“fishing line; cord; a string of coins” in Chinese is缗mín

The character 缗 (mín) refers to a fishing line or cord, and can also denote a string of coins. It is commonly used in contexts related to fishing or in historical discussions about currency. The character embodies the idea of something that connects or ties together.

When to use 缗

When using 缗, it's essential to remember that it is often found in more formal or literary contexts. Common collocations include fishing line and string of coins. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that pertain to different types of strings or lines.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 缗 with similar characters, such as 线 (xiàn), which means 'line' in a more general sense. Remember that 缗 specifically refers to fishing lines or strings of coins.

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Word Family of 缗

Words containing this character1
缗míncord緡

Frequently asked questions about 缗

It is pronounced as 'mín', with a rising tone.

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