HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
bag
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
to wrap up or hold in a bag
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
to move in a circle
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
to canvas or solicit
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
to take responsibility for
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
to disclose in detail
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
combat armor (old)
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
pouch
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
兜
dōu
old variant of 兜[dōu]
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 儿, rank #6843, Very Hard
dōu(dou1) T1
1pocket
2bag
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March 24, 2026
兜dōu(dou1)
The character 兜 (dōu) primarily means 'pocket' or 'bag,' and it can also refer to the action of wrapping something up or holding it in a bag. Additionally, it conveys the idea of moving in a circle or taking responsibility for something, often in informal contexts.
Strokes11Radical儿Frequency#6843DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of carrying a bag or pocket is often linked to practicality and mobility, reflecting the importance of being prepared and organized in daily life. Bags are also commonly featured in traditional markets where goods are wrapped for customers.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bag (兜) that can hold everything you need. The character looks like a bag with a rounded top, and you can visualize it being filled or wrapped around items, helping you remember its meaning and the pronunciation 'dōu' sounds like 'do' as in 'do your shopping with a bag.'
Meanings of 兜
dōu(dou1)
1pocket
2bag
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About 兜
兜Simplified
11Strokes
儿Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6843Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 兜
Quick Contrast
袋 (dài) vs 兜 (dōu): use 兜 when emphasizing the action of holding or wrapping, while 袋 specifically refers to a bag or pouch.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that 兜 is often used in informal contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with other words for bag, like 包 (bāo) which is more formal. When using 兜, it commonly collocates with verbs like '拿' (ná - take) or '装' (zhuāng - pack).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 兜 connects with other vocabulary related to everyday objects and actions. Focus on recognizing it in both written and spoken contexts, especially as it appears in idiomatic expressions or casual conversations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 兜 with 包 (bāo) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我用包装东西' (Wǒ yòng bāo zhuāng dōngxī) instead of '我用兜装东西' can sound awkward in casual conversation.
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1The giveawayA man wearing a helmet, now meaning "pouch"
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 兜?
Decomposition of 兜
IDS Structure⿱⿴？白儿
兜Full Character
=
白Bai2
enclosing
儿er2
inner
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 兜?
How to say pocket in Chinese
“pocket” in Chinese is兜dōu
The character 兜 (dōu) primarily means 'pocket' or 'bag,' and it can also refer to the action of wrapping something up or holding it in a bag. Additionally, it conveys the idea of moving in a circle or taking responsibility for something, often in informal contexts.
When to use 兜
Be mindful that 兜 is often used in informal contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with other words for bag, like 包 (bāo) which is more formal. When using 兜, it commonly collocates with verbs like '拿' (ná - take) or '装' (zhuāng - pack).
兜 or something close to it
袋 (dài) vs 兜 (dōu): use 兜 when emphasizing the action of holding or wrapping, while 袋 specifically refers to a bag or pouch.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 兜 with 包 (bāo) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我用包装东西' (Wǒ yòng bāo zhuāng dōngxī) instead of '我用兜装东西' can sound awkward in casual conversation.
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兜
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Grammar Patterns of 兜
兜 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
他____里有400美元，比利带的钱更多。
He had four hundred dollars in his pocket. Billy had more.
Example Sentences for 兜 (10)
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1
他兜里有400美元，比利带的钱更多。
tā dōu lǐ yǒu400 400 měi， yuán ， bǐ lì dài de qián。
He had four hundred dollars in his pocket. Billy had more.
2
我在里兜里摸钱包和证件。
wǒ zài lǐ dōu lǐ mō qián bāo hé zhèng jiàn。
I felt for my wallet and papers in my inside pocket.
3
她开着自己的家庭轿车载着几个朋友出去兜了一圈。
tā kāi zháo zì jǐ de jiā tíng jiào chē zǎi zháo jī gè péng yǒu chū qù dōu le yī quān。
She took some friends for a ride in the family car.
