Meanings of 袱
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AI Study Notes for 袱
Imagine a 'bundle' of clothes tied together with a cloth. The character 袱 has a radical that resembles a piece of cloth on top, symbolizing wrapping. Remember 'fú' like 'few' to remind you that you need a few bundles of cloth to cover your clothes.
袱 is more commonly used in written Chinese than in spoken language, making it somewhat formal. Be cautious with similar-sounding characters, as mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include 袱子 (fúzi), which means 'bundle' or 'cloth'.
Although 袱 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners at higher levels who wish to expand their clothing-related vocabulary. Focus on recognizing this character in texts related to fashion and clothing.
In traditional Chinese culture, clothing is often presented in bundles, especially during festivals when new clothes are given as gifts. The concept of wrapping clothing can symbolize care and thoughtfulness.
Learners often confuse 袱 with similar characters like 裙 (qún), which means 'skirt'. Ensure you remember that 袱 relates specifically to bundled cloth items. Another mistake is mispronouncing it as 'fǔ', which changes its meaning.
Pronunciation of 袱
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Etymology of 袱
Something wrapped 伏 in cloth 衤; 伏 also provides the pronunciation
Character Formation Type
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Decomposition of 袱
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Grammar Patterns of 袱
袱 carries 2 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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他背负着多重的感情包____开始这段恋情？
How much emotional baggage is he bringing with him into the relationship?
Example Sentences for 袱 (1)
Cultural Notes for 袱
In traditional Chinese culture, clothing is often presented in bundles, especially during festivals when new clothes are given as gifts. The concept of wrapping clothing can symbolize care and thoughtfulness.
Word Family of 袱
Compound Meaning
What does 包袱 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 袱
袱 is pronounced 'fú', with a rising tone.
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