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莞
guān
to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris
l, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guān
Skimmia japonica
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guān
(district)
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guān
smile
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guǎn
to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris
l, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guǎn
Skimmia japonica
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guǎn
(district)
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
guǎn
smile
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
wǎn
to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris
l, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
wǎn
Skimmia japonica
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
wǎn
(district)
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
莞
wǎn
smile
unknown, 10 strokes, radical 艹, rank #96611, Very Hard
guān(guan1)guan
primary
T1
1to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris
2Skimmia japonica
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March 24, 2026
莞guān(guan1)
The character 莞 (guān) primarily means 'to smile' and can also refer to certain plants, such as the club-rush or Skimmia japonica. It is often used in poetic contexts to convey beauty or pleasantness, reflecting a light-hearted or cheerful disposition.
Strokes10Radical艹Frequency#96611DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese poetry, the smile is often associated with beauty and tranquility, reflecting the harmony found in nature and interpersonal relationships. The use of 莞 in literature adds a layer of aesthetic appreciation.
Memory tip
Imagine a smiling flower (the character's form) blooming in a garden, representing joy and beauty. The '莞' character resembles a gentle wave of leaves, suggesting a soft and pleasant smile.
Meanings of 莞
guān(guan1)
primary
1to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris
2Skimmia japonica
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About 莞
莞Simplified
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艹Radical
习用语phrase (phr.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
Be cautious with tone when pronouncing 莞, as it is pronounced with a high level tone (guān). This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or formal contexts. Common collocations include expressions related to beauty or cheerfulness.
HSK Study Tips
Although 莞 is not officially listed in HSK levels, it can be related to HSK 3-4 vocabulary focused on emotions and nature. Students should focus on understanding its poetic and figurative usages, alongside practicing pronunciation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 莞 with similar characters due to its pronunciation and tone. For example, saying 'guǎn' instead of 'guān' changes the meaning entirely. Ensure to practice the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
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莞 = 艹 + 完. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 莞
IDS Structure⿱艹完
莞Full character
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艹cao3
top
完wan2
bottom
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Parts
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How to say to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris in Chinese
“to smile; club-rush, Scirpus lacustris” in Chinese is莞guān
The character 莞 (guān) primarily means 'to smile' and can also refer to certain plants, such as the club-rush or Skimmia japonica. It is often used in poetic contexts to convey beauty or pleasantness, reflecting a light-hearted or cheerful disposition.
When to use 莞
Be cautious with tone when pronouncing 莞, as it is pronounced with a high level tone (guān). This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or formal contexts. Common collocations include expressions related to beauty or cheerfulness.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 莞 with similar characters due to its pronunciation and tone. For example, saying 'guǎn' instead of 'guān' changes the meaning entirely. Ensure to practice the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
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莞
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Grammar patterns of 莞
莞 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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