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March 24, 2026
镯(鐲)zhuó(zhuo2)
The character 镯 (zhuó) refers to a type of decorative jewelry worn around the wrist, commonly known as a bracelet or armband. It can also refer to a small bell. This term is often used in contexts related to fashion, accessories, and gifts.
Strokes18Radical钅Frequency#80734DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, giving a 镯 (bracelet) can symbolize friendship and loyalty, especially if it's made of jade, which is considered auspicious. This makes it a popular gift during festivals or significant life events.
Memory Tip
Imagine a shiny bracelet (镯) wrapping around your wrist, sparkling like a small bell. The radical 钅 (metal) hints at its metallic nature, while the pronunciation 'zhuó' can be remembered as 'jewelry worn on the wrist'.
Meanings of 镯
zhuó(zhuo2)
1bracelet, armband; small bell
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About 镯
镯Simplified
鐲Traditional
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钅Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
手镯 (shǒuzhuó) vs. 镯 (zhuó) — use 手镯 when specifically referring to a bracelet worn on the wrist, while 镯 can refer more generally to a decorative bracelet or an armband.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a shiny bracelet (镯) wrapping around your wrist, sparkling like a small bell. The radical 钅 (metal) hints at its metallic nature, while the pronunciation 'zhuó' can be remembered as 'jewelry worn on the wrist'.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 镯 (zhuó) with other similar-sounding words like 着 (zhuó) which means 'to wear' or 'to touch'. This word is generally used in informal contexts, often in conversations about gifts or fashion. Common collocations include '金镯' (gold bracelet) and '手镯' (wrist bracelet).
HSK Study Tips
Since 镯 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, students should focus on associating it with relevant words in their level. It connects well with other accessory-related terms such as '项链' (necklace) and '耳环' (earrings) to build a thematic vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, giving a 镯 (bracelet) can symbolize friendship and loyalty, especially if it's made of jade, which is considered auspicious. This makes it a popular gift during festivals or significant life events.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 镯 (bracelet) with other jewelry terms. For example, saying '耳环' (ěr huán) when referring to 镯 is incorrect; '耳环' means 'earrings'. Always double-check the context to ensure you're using the correct term.
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Grammar Patterns of 镯
镯 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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她的珠子项链和手____在她走动时叮当作响。
Her bead necklaces and bracelets jangled as she walked.
Example Sentences for 镯 (10)
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她的珠子项链和手镯在她走动时叮当作响。
tā de zhū zǐ xiàng liàn hé shǒu zhuó zài tā zǒu dòng shí dīng dāng zuò xiǎng。
Her bead necklaces and bracelets jangled as she walked.
2
她手臂上的金手镯丁零当啷地响。
tā shǒu bì shàng de jīn shǒu zhuó dīng líng dāng lāng dì xiǎng。
The golden bangles on her arms clashed and jingled.
3
她的手镯哗啦哗啦直响，她抖得厉害。
tā de shǒu zhuó huá lā huá lā zhí xiǎng， ， tā dǒu dé lì。
Her bracelets were going clack-clack-clack, she was shaking so hard.
A silver bracelet with some intricate scrollwork . clung to his right wrist.
5
她看见他手上的银镯子在阳光下闪烁.
tā kàn jiàn tā shǒu shàng de yín zhuó zǐ zài yáng guāng xià shǎn shuò.
She could see the sun flashing off his silver bracelet.
6
信封下面还有他的银手镯,包在餐巾纸里.
xìn fēng xià miàn huán yǒu tā de yín shǒu zhuó, , bāo zài cān jīn zhǐ.
His silver bracelet was wrapped in tissue paper at the bottom of the envelope.
7
他的右腕上戴着一只沉甸甸的金手镯。
tā de yòu wàn shàng dài zháo yī zhī chén diàn diàn de jīn shǒu zhuó。
Hanging from his right wrist is a heavy gold bracelet.
8
她的手镯上挂着许多金饰物。
tā de shǒu zhuó shàng guà zháo xǔ duō jīn shì wù。
Gold charms dangled from her bracelet.
9
展出的有用玉石 、 琥珀和紫水晶做的耳环 、 项链和手镯.
zhǎn chū de yǒu yòng yù shí、 、 hǔ pò hé zǐ shuǐ jīng zuò de ěr、 huán 、 xiàng liàn hé.
On display are earrings, necklaces and bracelets made from jade, amber and amethyst.
10
一只金手镯在他的左手腕上晃来晃去。
yī zhī jīn shǒu zhuó zài tā de zuǒ shǒu wàn shàng huǎng lái huǎng qù。
A gold bracelet dangled from his left wrist.
Cultural Notes for 镯
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, giving a 镯 (bracelet) can symbolize friendship and loyalty, especially if it's made of jade, which is considered auspicious. This makes it a popular gift during festivals or significant life events.
Word Family of 镯
Words Containing This Character3
手镯bracelet手鐲
镯子bracelet鐲子
镯zhuóbracelet鐲
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What does 手镯 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 镯
镯 can be made from various materials including gold, silver, jade, and other metals.
Yes, 镯 can be worn by both genders, although styles may differ.
In a formal context, you can still use 镯, but it's often accompanied by descriptors like '精美的镯' (exquisite bracelet).
