Meanings of 镣
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 镣
Podcast: 镣
Podcast: 镣
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 镣
镣 is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in literature discussing imprisonment or historical accounts of punishment. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar characters; ensure you remember its specific meaning related to fetters. It often appears in collocations with words related to imprisonment.
Although 镣 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, recognizing it can enhance understanding of texts related to historical or literary themes. Focus on contextual usage and its association with themes of imprisonment, as it can enrich vocabulary at higher levels.
Learners often mistakenly use 镣 interchangeably with other words for chains or restraints. For example, saying '我会戴上镣' (I will wear fetters) is awkward; instead, use it in contexts discussing historical punishment or literature.
Pronunciation of 镣
Drill the tone of 镣 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Etymology of 镣
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 尞 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鐐.
metal
Jason Etymology Detective
Case file: 镣
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 尞 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鐐.
- 1The meaning half钅 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half尞 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymetal
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
Every clue here comes from the character's recorded structure — nothing is guessed.
Want the full history of 镣? Jason searches the paleographic record, weighs the competing accounts and judges the popular story.
Charged once for this character — everyone reads it afterwards.Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 镣?
Decomposition of 镣
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 镣?
How to say fetters, leg-irons in Chinese
“fetters, leg-irons” in Chinese is镣
The character 镣 (liào) refers to fetters or leg-irons used to restrain prisoners. It is often used in a historical or literary context, symbolizing oppression or confinement. In modern usage, it may also be metaphorically applied to describe situations that restrict freedom.
When to use 镣
镣 is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in literature discussing imprisonment or historical accounts of punishment. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar characters; ensure you remember its specific meaning related to fetters. It often appears in collocations with words related to imprisonment.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 镣 interchangeably with other words for chains or restraints. For example, saying '我会戴上镣' (I will wear fetters) is awkward; instead, use it in contexts discussing historical punishment or literature.
Write 镣
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 镣 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Word Family of 镣
Compound Meaning
What does 镣铐 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 镣
Synonyms include 拘束 (jūshù, restraint) and 铐 (kào, handcuffs), but these terms refer to different types of restraints.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 镣?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.