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March 24, 2026
闈wéi(wei2)
The character 闈 (wéi) refers to a gate or door, often implying an entrance to a residence or living quarters. It carries a sense of a more formal or significant entryway, suggesting a threshold between public and private spaces.
Strokes17Radical門Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese architecture, gates were not only physical barriers but also symbols of status and familial lineage, reflecting the importance of entranceways in society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand gate (闈) adorned with decorations, leading to a beautiful home. The sound 'wéi' can remind you of 'way,' as this gate leads the way to living quarters.
Meanings of 闈
wéi(wei2)
1gate, door; living quarters
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闈Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand gate (闈) adorned with decorations, leading to a beautiful home. The sound 'wéi' can remind you of 'way,' as this gate leads the way to living quarters.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. It often appears in literary or historical contexts, and learners should be cautious not to confuse it with more common words for 'door' or 'gate,' like 门 (mén).
HSK Study Tips
Although 闈 is not an HSK standard word, it can enrich your vocabulary related to architecture and traditional living spaces. Focus on its usage in classical texts to grasp its full connotation.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese architecture, gates were not only physical barriers but also symbols of status and familial lineage, reflecting the importance of entranceways in society.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 闈 with more common door-related words like 门. For instance, saying '我打开闈' (wǒ dǎkāi wéi) instead of '我打开门' (wǒ dǎkāi mén) would sound overly formal and incorrect in casual contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 闈
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In ancient Chinese architecture, gates were not only physical barriers but also symbols of status and familial lineage, reflecting the importance of entranceways in society.
Word Family of 闈
Words Containing This Character1
闱wéigate to palace闈
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Frequently Asked Questions about 闈
No, it is more often found in literary contexts or historical texts.
It is pronounced as 'wéi', with a rising tone.
Yes, characters like 门 (mén) and 闸 (zhá) are more commonly used to refer to doors and gates.
