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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
缙jìnred silkn, 13 strokes, radical 纟
jìn(jin4)jin T4
  1. 1red silk
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March 24, 2026

缙(縉)jìn(jin4)

The character 缙 (jìn) refers to a type of red silk, often associated with luxury and high status in ancient China. It is commonly used in historical texts and contexts related to traditional garments, ceremonies, or imperial attire.

Strokes13Radical纟
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, red is a color that symbolizes good fortune and happiness, often used in celebrations and important ceremonies, making red silk a significant fabric for auspicious occasions.

Memory tip

Imagine a beautiful, flowing red silk dress (the meaning of 缙) that glistens in the sun. The character's components, with a silk radical (纟) on the left, remind you that this word is all about fine fabric. Picture the 'j' sound in 'jewelry' to connect the luxury of red silk with its pronunciation.

Meanings of 缙

jìn(jin4)
1red silk
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About 缙

缙Simplified
縉Traditional
13Strokes
纟Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is not often used in everyday conversation, making it more formal or literary. Be careful with the tone, as the first tone (jìn) can be confused with other similar-sounding words. It is often collocated with terms related to textiles or garments.

HSK Study Tips

As this character is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it’s beneficial for advanced learners to know it in the context of classical literature or historical texts. Focus on recognizing it in reading materials related to history or culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缙 with similar-sounding words like 今 (jīn, today). For example, saying '我今天穿缙' (wǒ jīntiān chuān jìn) would be incorrect as it mixes contexts; a more appropriate phrase would be '我今天穿红色的丝绸' (wǒ jīntiān chuān hóngsè de sīchóu, I am wearing red silk today).

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Etymology of 缙

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)晋
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Origin

缙 = 纟 + 晋. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 缙

IDS Structure⿰纟晋
缙Full character
=
纟si1
left
晋Jin4
right
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Parts

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How to say red silk in Chinese

“red silk” in Chinese is缙jìn

The character 缙 (jìn) refers to a type of red silk, often associated with luxury and high status in ancient China. It is commonly used in historical texts and contexts related to traditional garments, ceremonies, or imperial attire.

When to use 缙

This character is not often used in everyday conversation, making it more formal or literary. Be careful with the tone, as the first tone (jìn) can be confused with other similar-sounding words. It is often collocated with terms related to textiles or garments.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 缙 with similar-sounding words like 今 (jīn, today). For example, saying '我今天穿缙' (wǒ jīntiān chuān jìn) would be incorrect as it mixes contexts; a more appropriate phrase would be '我今天穿红色的丝绸' (wǒ jīntiān chuān hóngsè de sīchóu, I am wearing red silk today).

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Word Family of 缙

Words containing this character3
缙jìnred silk縉
缙云Jinyun county in Lishui 麗水|丽水[Lí​shuǐ], Zhejiang縉雲
缙云县Jinyun county in Lishui 麗水|丽水[Lí​shuǐ], Zhejiang縉雲縣
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Frequently asked questions about 缙

It is pronounced as 'jìn' with a high, level tone.

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