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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
釒jīngold, metal; moneyx, 8 strokes, radical 釒
jīn(jin1)jin T1
  1. 1gold, metal; money
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March 24, 2026

釒jīn(jin1)

The character 釒 (jīn) represents gold, metal, or money. It is often used in contexts related to wealth or valuable materials, and it can also denote a broader sense of metal in general. This character's significance spans both tangible assets like jewelry and currency as well as abstract notions of wealth.

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Cultural note

In Chinese culture, gold is often associated with prosperity and good fortune, especially during festivals like the Lunar New Year when it is common to gift gold jewelry. The character 釒 encapsulates this cultural reverence for gold as a symbol of wealth and success.

Memory tip

Imagine a shiny gold coin (representing wealth) shaped like the character 釒. The top part resembles a roof, suggesting that wealth can provide shelter and security. The bottom part can remind you of a balance scale, symbolizing the value and measurement of gold.

Meanings of 釒

jīn(jin1)
1gold, metal; money
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About 釒

釒Simplified
8Strokes
釒Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is relatively formal and is commonly found in financial or economic contexts. Learners should be mindful not to confuse it with other characters that sound similar, like 金 (jīn), which also means gold but is used in more everyday contexts. Always use the correct tone, as incorrect pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 釒 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with the HSK level 1 character 金 (jīn). Students should focus on recognizing the context in which 釒 might appear, especially in terms of finance and commodities. Understanding its usage alongside related characters will reinforce its meaning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 釒 with 金 and use them interchangeably inappropriately. For example, saying '我有很多釒' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jīn) instead of '我有很多金' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jīn) can lead to awkwardness as 金 is the more casual term for gold.

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Etymology of 釒

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

釒 is a component form of 金.

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A cast-iron bell; compare 金

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What kind of character is 釒?

How to say gold, metal; money in Chinese

“gold, metal; money” in Chinese is釒jīn

The character 釒 (jīn) represents gold, metal, or money. It is often used in contexts related to wealth or valuable materials, and it can also denote a broader sense of metal in general. This character's significance spans both tangible assets like jewelry and currency as well as abstract notions of wealth.

When to use 釒

This character is relatively formal and is commonly found in financial or economic contexts. Learners should be mindful not to confuse it with other characters that sound similar, like 金 (jīn), which also means gold but is used in more everyday contexts. Always use the correct tone, as incorrect pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 釒 with 金 and use them interchangeably inappropriately. For example, saying '我有很多釒' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jīn) instead of '我有很多金' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jīn) can lead to awkwardness as 金 is the more casual term for gold.

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Word Family of 釒

Words containing this character1
釒jīnmetal

Frequently asked questions about 釒

While both characters refer to gold, 釒 is more formal and often related to financial contexts, whereas 金 is more commonly used in everyday language.

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