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March 24, 2026
饯(餞)jiàn(jian4)
饯 (jiàn) primarily means to send someone off, often associated with a farewell dinner or gathering. It conveys a sense of hospitality and good wishes for the person's journey ahead, commonly used in social contexts when friends or family gather to bid farewell.
Strokes8Radical饣Frequency#97977DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hosting a farewell dinner is a common tradition, especially for those moving away or embarking on a significant journey. It reflects the importance of relationships and good wishes in Chinese social customs.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand feast where you are sending off your friend with a meal. The character 饯 has the radical 食 (food) on the left, reminding you of the farewell dinner, and the right side is 见 (to see), symbolizing the act of seeing someone off.
Meanings of 饯
jiàn(jian4)
1to send off; farewell dinner; preserves
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饯Simplified
餞Traditional
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饣Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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送 (sòng) - use 饯 (jiàn) when emphasizing a farewell gathering, while 送 (sòng) can refer to sending someone off without the connotation of a celebratory event.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand feast where you are sending off your friend with a meal. The character 饯 has the radical 食 (food) on the left, reminding you of the farewell dinner, and the right side is 见 (to see), symbolizing the act of seeing someone off.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 饯 with similar-sounding words. It's important to use it in contexts related to farewells and gatherings, not just any send-off. Remember that the tone is critical; use the fourth tone (jiàn) to avoid miscommunication.
HSK Study Tips
While 饯 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with social interaction words at HSK 3-4, such as 见 (to see) and 送 (to send). Focus on its usage in farewell contexts to deepen understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hosting a farewell dinner is a common tradition, especially for those moving away or embarking on a significant journey. It reflects the importance of relationships and good wishes in Chinese social customs.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 饯 in contexts unrelated to farewell, like simply saying goodbye without a gathering. For example, saying '我饯你' (I send you off) is incorrect; instead, use '我送你' (I send you).
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Cultural Notes for 饯
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In Chinese culture, hosting a farewell dinner is a common tradition, especially for those moving away or embarking on a significant journey. It reflects the importance of relationships and good wishes in Chinese social customs.
Word Family of 饯
Words Containing This Character4
蜜饯food preserved in sugar or honey蜜餞
饯行to give a farewell dinner餞行
饯jiànpreserves餞
饯别to give a farewell dinner餞別
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Frequently Asked Questions about 饯
You can use 饯 when discussing hosting a farewell dinner or gathering for someone who is leaving.
饯 is generally used in informal settings, among friends and family, but can also be appropriate in semi-formal contexts.
While there are no specific dishes, local favorites or the person's preferred foods are often served to honor them.
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