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March 24, 2026
襞bì(bi4)
The character 襞 (bì) refers to a pleat, fold, or crease, particularly in the context of garments or fabric. It captures the idea of layers or folds that create texture or design in clothing. This term is often used in discussions about fashion, tailoring, or textile work.
Strokes19Radical衣Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese clothing, pleats are often a sign of craftsmanship and elegance, especially in garments like the qipao. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for the subtlety and artistry in Chinese fashion.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tailor folding a piece of fabric to create a beautiful pleat. The character 襞 has a roof radical, suggesting the idea of clothing, and the bottom part looks like layers of fabric being neatly stacked. Think of 'b' for 'bend' like the bend of a pleat.
Meanings of 襞
bì(bi4)
1pleat, fold, crease
2creases
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About 襞
襞Simplified
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衣Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tailor folding a piece of fabric to create a beautiful pleat. The character 襞 has a roof radical, suggesting the idea of clothing, and the bottom part looks like layers of fabric being neatly stacked. Think of 'b' for 'bend' like the bend of a pleat.
Usage Notes
When using 襞, it's important to understand the context of clothing or textiles. Common collocations include phrases related to fashion design or garment construction. Avoid confusion with similar-sounding words, as tone mistakes can change meanings significantly.
HSK Study Tips
While 襞 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to Level 3-4 words related to fashion and clothing. Focus on related terms like 裙 (skirt) and 衣 (clothes) to build a broader vocabulary in this area.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese clothing, pleats are often a sign of craftsmanship and elegance, especially in garments like the qipao. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for the subtlety and artistry in Chinese fashion.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 襞 with similar characters like 皱 (zhòu). For example, saying '我喜欢这种皱的衣服' (I like this wrinkled clothing) instead of '我喜欢这种襞的衣服' (I like this pleated clothing) misses the specific style being referred to.
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Cultural Notes for 襞
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In traditional Chinese clothing, pleats are often a sign of craftsmanship and elegance, especially in garments like the qipao. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for the subtlety and artistry in Chinese fashion.
Word Family of 襞
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襞bìcreases
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Frequently Asked Questions about 襞
The correct pronunciation is 'bì' with a falling tone.
Yes, synonyms include 皱 (zhòu) for wrinkles or creases, but 襞 is specific to pleats.
It is often used in fashion, tailoring, and discussions about fabric design.
