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痕 (scar) vs 迹 (mark) — use 痕 for scars specifically related to injury, while 迹 refers more broadly to any kind of mark or trace.
Be careful not to confuse 痕 (hén) with other characters that denote different kinds of marks or signs, such as 迹 (jì), which refers to footprints or traces. The character is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but typically appears in descriptive situations when discussing injuries or remnants.
While 痕 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other words related to health and physical conditions. At this level, students should focus on recognizing the character in context and understanding its connection to bodily experiences or memories.
Learners often confuse 痕 with 纹 (wén), which means 'pattern' or 'texture'. For example, saying '这块布有很多痕' (This cloth has many scars) is incorrect; the correct term for patterns would be '纹' instead.
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Etymology of 痕
Phonosemantic compound. 疒 represents the meaning and 艮 represents the sound.
sickness
Origin
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Decomposition of 痕
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How to say scar in Chinese
“scar” in Chinese is痕
The character 痕 (hén) refers to a scar or mark left on the skin or an object, often as a result of injury or wear. It can also imply traces or vestiges of something that has occurred, indicating a lingering effect or reminder of a past event. Commonly used in medical contexts as well as in everyday language to describe physical or metaphorical remnants.
When to use 痕
Be careful not to confuse 痕 (hén) with other characters that denote different kinds of marks or signs, such as 迹 (jì), which refers to footprints or traces. The character is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but typically appears in descriptive situations when discussing injuries or remnants.
痕 or something close to it
痕 (scar) vs 迹 (mark) — use 痕 for scars specifically related to injury, while 迹 refers more broadly to any kind of mark or trace.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 痕 with 纹 (wén), which means 'pattern' or 'texture'. For example, saying '这块布有很多痕' (This cloth has many scars) is incorrect; the correct term for patterns would be '纹' instead.
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Grammar patterns of 痕
痕 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 3 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.
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亚当蹒跚而行，沿路留下毁坏的____迹。
Adam stumbles on, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake.
Common confusions with 痕
Phonetically similar but has a completely different meaning.
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Frequently asked questions about 痕
It is pronounced as 'hén' with a rising tone.
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