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March 24, 2026
裳cháng(chang2)
The character 裳 (cháng) refers to a type of lower garment, such as a skirt or petticoat. It is often used in the context of traditional Chinese clothing, where it signifies elegance and beauty in attire. This term can also be used more generally to describe beautiful garments.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the type of lower garments like 裳 was crucial for indicating social status and identity, especially during festivals or ceremonies. The use of elegant skirts reflects the appreciation for beauty and artistry in clothing.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flowing skirt blowing in the wind, resembling a 'charming' appearance (sounds like 'cháng'). The radical 衣 (yī) represents clothing, reinforcing the connection to garments. Picture a lovely dress that makes you feel beautiful every time you wear it.
Meanings of 裳
cháng(chang2)
primary
1lower garment
2skirt, petticoat; beautiful
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About 裳
裳Simplified
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衣Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
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裙 (qún) - use 裳 for traditional or elegant lower garments, while 裙 is more commonly used for skirts in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flowing skirt blowing in the wind, resembling a 'charming' appearance (sounds like 'cháng'). The radical 衣 (yī) represents clothing, reinforcing the connection to garments. Picture a lovely dress that makes you feel beautiful every time you wear it.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 裳 (cháng) with similar-sounding words like 常 (cháng), which means 'often.' This character is more likely to be used in formal contexts, particularly when discussing fashion or traditional attire. Common collocations include 裳袍 (cháng páo), meaning 'skirt robe.'
HSK Study Tips
Although 裳 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects with other clothing-related terms like 衣 (yī, clothing) and 裤 (kù, pants). Students should focus on recognizing its usage in literary texts or discussions about fashion.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the type of lower garments like 裳 was crucial for indicating social status and identity, especially during festivals or ceremonies. The use of elegant skirts reflects the appreciation for beauty and artistry in clothing.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 裳 (cháng) with 常 (cháng), leading to misunderstandings in context. For example, saying '我常穿裳' (wǒ cháng chuān cháng) could incorrectly imply 'I often wear a skirt,' when it should be '我穿裳' (wǒ chuān cháng) to mean 'I wear a skirt.'
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Grammar Patterns of 裳
裳 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). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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亚历山德拉穿着那身过时的衣____，显得臃肿笨拙。
Alexandra looked plump and awkward in her cast-off clothing.
Example Sentences for 裳 (6)
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1
亚历山德拉穿着那身过时的衣裳，显得臃肿笨拙。
yà lì shān dé lā chuān zháo nà shēn guò shí de yī cháng， ， xiǎn dé yōng zhǒng bèn。
Alexandra looked plump and awkward in her cast-off clothing.
2
女粉丝冲破保安的阻拦，撕扯他的衣裳。
nǚ fěn sī chōng pò bǎo ān de zǔ lán， ， sī chě tā de yī。
Female fans fought their way past bodyguards and tore at his clothes.
3
衣裳口袋里饱饱装着弹药.
yī cháng kǒu dài lǐ bǎo bǎo zhuāng zháo dàn yào.
The pocket of his coat sagged heavily with ammunition.
4
脱我战时袍着我旧时裳.
tuō wǒ zhàn shí páo zháo wǒ jiù shí cháng.
She doffs her garb worn under fire and wears again female attire.
5
“ 衣裳旧了,染染差不多和新的一样.
“ “ yī cháng jiù, le , rǎn rǎn chà bù duō hé xīn de.
In traditional Chinese culture, the type of lower garments like 裳 was crucial for indicating social status and identity, especially during festivals or ceremonies. The use of elegant skirts reflects the appreciation for beauty and artistry in clothing.
Word Family of 裳
Words Containing This Character3
衣裳yīshangclothes
裳chángskirts
霓裳Nichang, abbr. for the Tang Dynasty song "Raiment of Rainbows and Feathers" 霓裳羽衣曲[Níchángyǔyīqū] or 霓裳羽衣舞[Níchángyǔyīwǔ]
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Compound Meaning
What does 衣裳 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 裳
裳 refers to skirts and lower garments, while 裤 specifically means pants. They represent different styles of clothing.
While 裳 can still be used, it is more common in literary or historical contexts when discussing traditional attire.
