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March 24, 2026
阃(閫)kǔn(kun3)
阃 (kǔn) refers to a threshold or entrance, particularly in the context of a woman's quarters or inner apartments in traditional Chinese homes. It conveys a sense of a private space often associated with women's roles in historical settings, emphasizing domesticity and honorific respect.
Strokes10Radical门Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
阃 is deeply rooted in the historical structure of Chinese households, where women traditionally occupied separate quarters. This reflects the cultural norms of gender roles and domestic life in ancient China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand doorway (阃) leading to a beautiful garden of women (representing inner quarters). The left side of the character has '门' (door) while the right side resembles the shape of a woman. Picture this door as a threshold to both a serene space and a respectful acknowledgment of women's roles.
Meanings of 阃
kǔn(kun3)
1threshold; women's quarters
2inner appartments
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阃Simplified
閫Traditional
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门Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand doorway (阃) leading to a beautiful garden of women (representing inner quarters). The left side of the character has '门' (door) while the right side resembles the shape of a woman. Picture this door as a threshold to both a serene space and a respectful acknowledgment of women's roles.
Usage Notes
阃 is often used in literary or historical contexts, so it might feel formal or poetic in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar sounding words like '坤' (kūn), which means 'earth' or 'female.' Collocations typically involve discussions about traditional family structures or themes of honor.
HSK Study Tips
Though 阃 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other words related to domestic life and gender roles, such as 家 (jiā, family) and 妻 (qī, wife). Focus on recognizing it in texts about historical or cultural scenarios to enrich your understanding.
Cultural Note
阃 is deeply rooted in the historical structure of Chinese households, where women traditionally occupied separate quarters. This reflects the cultural norms of gender roles and domestic life in ancient China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 阃 as 'kūn', using the wrong tone. Remember, it should be pronounced 'kǔn' with a falling tone to convey the correct meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 阃
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阃 is deeply rooted in the historical structure of Chinese households, where women traditionally occupied separate quarters. This reflects the cultural norms of gender roles and domestic life in ancient China.
Word Family of 阃
Words Containing This Character1
阃kǔnthreshold閫
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Frequently Asked Questions about 阃
In modern usage, 阃 is rarely used and often appears in historical or literary contexts.
No, it is more commonly found in texts discussing traditional Chinese culture or literature.
