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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
锩juànto bend ironv, 13 strokes, radical 钅
锩juǎnto bend ironv, 13 strokes, radical 钅
juǎn(juan3)
primary
T3
  1. 1to bend iron
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March 24, 2026

锩(錈)juǎn(juan3)

The character 锩 (juǎn) refers to the action of bending iron, typically in a metalworking context. It commonly appears in discussions about metallurgy or craftsmanship, emphasizing the physical manipulation of metal to achieve a desired shape or form.

Strokes13Radical钅
Cultural Note

In ancient China, metalworking was a highly respected craft, and the techniques of bending iron were crucial for creating tools and weapons. This character reflects the importance of craftsmanship in Chinese history and culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 锩 (juǎn) as 'ju' (like 'jewelry') bending into shape. The metal radical '金' signifies its connection to metals, while the '专' part can remind you of precision in bending iron. Imagine a blacksmith expertly bending iron into a beautiful piece of art.

Meanings of 锩

juǎn(juan3)
primary
1to bend iron
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About 锩

锩Simplified
錈Traditional
13Strokes
钅Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 锩

Usage Notes

This verb is primarily used in technical or formal contexts related to metalwork. Learners often confuse it with similar-sounding verbs; ensure you practice distinguishing between them. It's rarely used in casual conversation, so be mindful of the context.

HSK Study Tips

While 锩 (juǎn) is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to HSK Level 5 words concerning craftsmanship and tools. Students should focus on the context of usage in technical discussions and practice sentence formation within that theme.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 锩 with its similar-sounding counterparts, such as 转 (zhuǎn, to turn). For example, using 锩 incorrectly in a sentence about turning a page would be a mistake; instead, use 转.

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Etymology of 锩

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

metal

Semantic (meaning)钅
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Phonetic (sound)卷
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Case file: 锩

  1. 1The meaning half钅 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half卷 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaymetal
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 锩?

Decomposition of 锩

IDS Structure⿰钅卷
锩Full Character
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钅jin1
left
卷juan3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 锩?

How to say to bend iron in Chinese

“to bend iron” in Chinese is锩juàn

The character 锩 (juǎn) refers to the action of bending iron, typically in a metalworking context. It commonly appears in discussions about metallurgy or craftsmanship, emphasizing the physical manipulation of metal to achieve a desired shape or form.

When to use 锩

This verb is primarily used in technical or formal contexts related to metalwork. Learners often confuse it with similar-sounding verbs; ensure you practice distinguishing between them. It's rarely used in casual conversation, so be mindful of the context.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 锩 with its similar-sounding counterparts, such as 转 (zhuǎn, to turn). For example, using 锩 incorrectly in a sentence about turning a page would be a mistake; instead, use 转.

Write 锩

锩

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Word Family of 锩

Words Containing This Character1
锩juǎnto bend iron錈
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Compound Meaning

What does 锩 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 锩

It's not commonly used in everyday conversation but is significant in technical discussions about metalwork.

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