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March 24, 2026
閡hé(he2)
The character 閡 (hé) means to be separated or blocked, often used in contexts where something is obstructed or prevented from passing through. It can refer to physical barriers, such as closed doors, or metaphorical ones, like emotional or social barriers.
Strokes14Radical門Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of barriers or separations can relate to both physical spaces, like homes and public places, and social dynamics, such as family ties or friendships that are strained.
Memory Tip
Imagine a pair of closed doors (the radical 門, meaning door) blocking your way. The sound 'hé' can be remembered by thinking of 'hey, let me through!'
Meanings of 閡
hé(he2)
1separated, blocked; to prevent, to block
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閡Simplified
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門Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a pair of closed doors (the radical 門, meaning door) blocking your way. The sound 'hé' can be remembered by thinking of 'hey, let me through!'
Usage Notes
This character is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in spoken language. Be cautious with tone, as using it incorrectly can change the meaning. Common collocations include '阻閡' (to block) and '隔閡' (to separate).
HSK Study Tips
Although 閡 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of words related to barriers and separation, especially when studying compounds. Focus on recognizing it in context and associating it with similar characters.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of barriers or separations can relate to both physical spaces, like homes and public places, and social dynamics, such as family ties or friendships that are strained.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 閡 with similar characters, such as 隔 (gé, to separate). For example, saying '這個地方閡著' instead of '這個地方隔著' can lead to misunderstanding. Always choose the character that best fits the context.
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Cultural Notes for 閡
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In Chinese culture, the concept of barriers or separations can relate to both physical spaces, like homes and public places, and social dynamics, such as family ties or friendships that are strained.
Word Family of 閡
Words Containing This Character2
隔阂géhémisunderstanding隔閡
阂héobstruct閡
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 閡
The pronunciation is 'hé', with a rising tone. Practice saying it with emphasis on the 'e' sound.
It's more commonly found in written texts than in casual speech. In conversation, you might use more common synonyms.
You might say '這扇門閡著' meaning 'This door is blocked'.
