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賏yìngnecklace; pearls or shells strung togetherx, 14 strokes, radical 貝
賏yīngnecklace; pearls or shells strung togetherx, 14 strokes, radical 貝
yīng(ying1)ying
primary
T1
  1. 1necklace; pearls or shells strung together
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March 24, 2026

賏yīng(ying1)

The character 賏 (yīng) refers to a type of necklace or ornament made from pearls or shells strung together. It is often used in contexts related to jewelry, adornments, and traditional crafts that showcase intricate designs using natural materials.

Strokes14Radical貝
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, pearls are highly valued not only for their beauty but also for their symbolic meanings of purity and wealth. Necklaces made of pearls are often given as gifts during significant occasions such as weddings.

Memory tip

Imagine a beautiful necklace made of shimmering pearls, each pearl representing a little star in the night sky. The character 賏 is like a string of pearls, with the top part resembling the string that holds them together. Remember 'yīng' by associating it with the idea of 'adorning' oneself with these sparkling treasures.

Meanings of 賏

yīng(ying1)
primary
1necklace; pearls or shells strung together
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About 賏

賏Simplified
14Strokes
貝Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 賏, it's important to distinguish it from other jewelry-related terms. Learners often confuse it with related words for earrings or bracelets. Additionally, it’s more formal, so avoid using it in casual conversations about accessories.

HSK Study Tips

Though not on the HSK list, understanding 賏 can enhance your vocabulary related to fashion and culture. Focus on related terms about jewelry and adornments at this level to build a thematic understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often incorrectly use 賏 to describe general types of jewelry, such as rings or bracelets. For example, saying '我喜欢买賏和戒指' (I like to buy necklaces and rings) is incorrect; use '项链' (xiàngliàn) for necklaces.

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Etymology of 賏

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

Two shells 貝 strung together

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Decomposition of 賏

IDS Structure⿰貝貝
賏Full character
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貝bei4
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How to say necklace; pearls or shells strung together in Chinese

“necklace; pearls or shells strung together” in Chinese is賏yìng

The character 賏 (yīng) refers to a type of necklace or ornament made from pearls or shells strung together. It is often used in contexts related to jewelry, adornments, and traditional crafts that showcase intricate designs using natural materials.

When to use 賏

When using 賏, it's important to distinguish it from other jewelry-related terms. Learners often confuse it with related words for earrings or bracelets. Additionally, it’s more formal, so avoid using it in casual conversations about accessories.

What learners get wrong

Learners often incorrectly use 賏 to describe general types of jewelry, such as rings or bracelets. For example, saying '我喜欢买賏和戒指' (I like to buy necklaces and rings) is incorrect; use '项链' (xiàngliàn) for necklaces.

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賏 specifically refers to necklaces made of pearls or shells, while other terms may refer to different types of jewelry like rings or bracelets.

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