HSK 4, n, 12 strokes, radical 巾, rank #2326, Medium
幅
fú
roll
HSK 4, n, 12 strokes, radical 巾, rank #2326, Medium
幅
fú
classifier for textiles or pictures
HSK 4, n, 12 strokes, radical 巾, rank #2326, Medium
幅
fú
piece, roll, strip; breadth, width; measure word for textiles
HSK 4, n, 12 strokes, radical 巾, rank #2326, Medium
fú(fu2) T2
1width
2roll
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March 24, 2026
幅fú(fu2)
The character 幅 (fú) primarily refers to width or breadth, especially in the context of textiles or measurements. It is commonly used as a classifier for pieces or rolls of fabric, pictures, and other materials that have a width dimension. The nuance of this character suggests a specific measurement rather than just a general concept of width.
Strokes12Radical巾Frequency#2326DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, textiles have significant value, often representing status and craftsmanship. The concept of 幅 is particularly relevant in the context of Chinese calligraphy and painting, where the width of the scroll or paper impacts the aesthetic presentation.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wide piece of fabric (幅) spread out before you. The top of the character resembles a roll of fabric being measured for its width, while the bottom part can remind you of a ruler measuring breadth. Think of 'fú' as the 'fabric width' to help remember its meaning.
Meanings of 幅
fú(fu2)
1width
2roll
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About 幅
幅Simplified
12Strokes
巾Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2326Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 幅
Quick Contrast
幅 (fú) vs 宽 (kuān) — use 幅 when referring to a specific measurement of width, especially in textiles, while 宽 denotes general width without a specific measurement context.
Usage Notes
When using 幅, remember that it is a classifier, so it should be used with a noun. A common mistake is to use it with non-textile related nouns, which can lead to confusion. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but be careful with the tone—ensure you use the correct measure word when discussing dimensions.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 幅 connects well with other terms related to measurements and textiles, such as 长 (cháng, length) and 高 (gāo, height). Students should focus on practicing its usage in sentences to solidify its role as a classifier and understand its context in discussions about fabric or width.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is to use 幅 with non-classifiable items, such as saying '三幅苹果' (sān fú píngguǒ, three widths of apples) instead of simply counting the apples. The correction would be to say '三苹果' (sān píngguǒ, three apples) without the classifier.
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1The giveawayA roll 畐 of cloth 巾; 畐 also provides the pronunciation
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 幅?
Decomposition of 幅
IDS Structure⿰巾畐
幅Full Character
=
巾jin1
left
畐fu2
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 幅?
How to say width in Chinese
“width” in Chinese is幅fú
The character 幅 (fú) primarily refers to width or breadth, especially in the context of textiles or measurements. It is commonly used as a classifier for pieces or rolls of fabric, pictures, and other materials that have a width dimension. The nuance of this character suggests a specific measurement rather than just a general concept of width.
When to use 幅
When using 幅, remember that it is a classifier, so it should be used with a noun. A common mistake is to use it with non-textile related nouns, which can lead to confusion. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but be careful with the tone—ensure you use the correct measure word when discussing dimensions.
幅 or something close to it
幅 (fú) vs 宽 (kuān) — use 幅 when referring to a specific measurement of width, especially in textiles, while 宽 denotes general width without a specific measurement context.
What learners get wrong
A frequent mistake is to use 幅 with non-classifiable items, such as saying '三幅苹果' (sān fú píngguǒ, three widths of apples) instead of simply counting the apples. The correction would be to say '三苹果' (sān píngguǒ, three apples) without the classifier.
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幅
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Grammar Patterns of 幅
幅 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). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
