unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
mutual assistance
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
to rush into or up
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
to raise or hold up
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
high
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
tall
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
old variant of 欀
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
chariot horse (old)
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
襄
xiāng
change (old)
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 衣, rank #43057, Very Hard
xiāng(Xiang1) T1
1to aid, to help, to assist; to undress
2mutual assistance
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March 24, 2026
襄xiāng(Xiang1)
The character 襄 (xiāng) primarily means to aid or assist, often used in contexts involving support or help. It can also refer to a surname and has historical meanings related to old variants and contexts of transportation. The character embodies notions of mutual assistance and elevation, both physically and metaphorically.
Strokes17Radical衣Frequency#43057DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of mutual assistance is deeply valued, often reflected in community activities and familial support systems. The character 襄 may be found in literature emphasizing the importance of helping one another during difficult times.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tall building (高, gāo) with open windows representing 'helping hands' reaching out to those below. Picture someone rushing up to aid another—this visual connects the character's meaning of 'to assist' with its pronunciation 'xiāng' as you imagine the sound of rushing feet.
Meanings of 襄
xiāng(Xiang1)
1to aid, to help, to assist; to undress
2mutual assistance
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About 襄
襄Simplified
17Strokes
衣Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tall building (高, gāo) with open windows representing 'helping hands' reaching out to those below. Picture someone rushing up to aid another—this visual connects the character's meaning of 'to assist' with its pronunciation 'xiāng' as you imagine the sound of rushing feet.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 襄 with similar-sounding characters, as usage can vary widely in context. This character is more formal and is often found in written texts or formal speech rather than everyday conversation. It commonly appears in phrases like '襄助' (xiāng zhù) meaning 'to assist'.
HSK Study Tips
While 襄 is not currently included in the official HSK levels, it connects with other characters related to assistance and support, such as 助 (zhù) and 帮 (bāng). Students should focus on understanding its usage in historical texts or formal contexts as they progress.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of mutual assistance is deeply valued, often reflected in community activities and familial support systems. The character 襄 may be found in literature emphasizing the importance of helping one another during difficult times.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 襄 with similar characters, leading to incorrect meanings. For instance, mistakenly using 襄 for 'help' in an informal context instead of 助 (zhù) can create misunderstandings.
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Cultural Notes for 襄
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of mutual assistance is deeply valued, often reflected in community activities and familial support systems. The character 襄 may be found in literature emphasizing the importance of helping one another during difficult times.
Word Family of 襄
Words Containing This Character18
襄xiāngto help
襄阳Xiangyang district of Xiangfan city 襄樊市[Xiāngfánshì], Hubei襄陽
襄樊Xiangfan prefecture level city in Hubei
襄樊市Xiangfan prefecture level city in Hubei
共襄盛举to cooperate on a great undertaking or joint project共襄盛舉
襄城Xiangcheng county in Xuchang city 許昌市|许昌市[Xǔchāngshì], Henan
定襄Dingxiang county in Xinzhou 忻州[Xīnzhōu], Shanxi
襄汾县Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi襄汾縣
襄城县Xiangcheng county in Xuchang city 許昌市|许昌市[Xǔchāngshì], Henan襄城縣
襄阳区Xiangyang district of Xiangfan city 襄樊市[Xiāngfánshì], Hubei襄陽區
襄垣县Xiangyuan county in Changzhi 長治|长治[Chángzhì], Shanxi襄垣縣
宋襄公Duke Xiang of Song (reigned 650-637 BC), sometimes considered one of the Five Hegemons 春秋五霸
襄汾Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi
定襄县Dingxiang county in Xinzhou 忻州[Xīnzhōu], Shanxi定襄縣
襄垣Xiangyuan county in Changzhi 長治|长治[Chángzhì], Shanxi
襄城区Xiangcheng district of Xiangfan city 襄樊市[Xiāngfánshì], Hubei襄城區
共襄善举to cooperate in a charity project共襄善舉
襄阳地区old term for Xiangyang district of Xiangfan city 襄樊市[Xiāngfánshì], Hubei襄陽地區
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What does 襄 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 襄
In everyday language, 襄 means to assist or help someone, often used in more formal contexts.
Yes, 襄 is a recognized surname in China, though it may not be as common as others.
You can remember the pronunciation 'xiāng' by associating it with 'helping hands' that 'raise' someone up.
