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珮 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
珮pèijade ornamentnr, 10 strokes, radical 王
pèi(pei4) T4
  1. 1jade ornament
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March 24, 2026

珮pèi(pei4)

The character 珮 (pèi) refers to a type of jade ornament, often worn as an accessory or symbol of status in ancient Chinese culture. It typically represents elegance and beauty and can be found in historical texts and modern contexts discussing traditional attire or jewelry.

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Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, jade is highly valued not just for its beauty but also for its symbolic significance, often associated with virtues like purity and moral integrity. The 珮 is a classic representation of this cultural appreciation for jade.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful jade ornament (the character 珮) hanging gracefully on a woman's dress, glistening like a precious gem. The left side of the character resembles a piece of jewelry, while the right side suggests the idea of adornment, helping you remember 'pèi' for 'ornament'.

Meanings of 珮

pèi(pei4)
1jade ornament
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About 珮

珮Simplified
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王Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 珮

Usage Notes

When using 珮, it's important to understand that it is specific to jade ornaments, so avoid using it for other types of jewelry. It is more formal and often appears in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is crucial as it is pronounced with a falling tone (pèi).

HSK Study Tips

Although 珮 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can enhance your understanding of words related to jewelry and adornment, which are often encountered in HSK Level 4 and above. Focus on the context in which it appears, particularly in literary or cultural discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 珮 with other jewelry-related terms, such as 项链 (xiàngliàn, necklace) or 戒指 (jièzhǐ, ring). Remember that 珮 specifically denotes jade ornaments, not general jewelry.

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Etymology of 珮

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Decomposition of 珮

IDS Structure⿰王⿵几帀
珮Full Character
=
王Wang2
left
几ji1
enclosing
帀za1
inner
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How to say jade ornament in Chinese

“jade ornament” in Chinese is珮pèi

The character 珮 (pèi) refers to a type of jade ornament, often worn as an accessory or symbol of status in ancient Chinese culture. It typically represents elegance and beauty and can be found in historical texts and modern contexts discussing traditional attire or jewelry.

When to use 珮

When using 珮, it's important to understand that it is specific to jade ornaments, so avoid using it for other types of jewelry. It is more formal and often appears in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is crucial as it is pronounced with a falling tone (pèi).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 珮 with other jewelry-related terms, such as 项链 (xiàngliàn, necklace) or 戒指 (jièzhǐ, ring). Remember that 珮 specifically denotes jade ornaments, not general jewelry.

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珮

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Word Family of 珮

Words Containing This Character12
佩服pèifúto admire
佩pèito respect
敬佩jìngpèito esteem
钦佩qīnpèito admire欽佩
佩戴to wear (as accessories)
欧佩克OPEC歐佩克
布达佩斯Budapest, capital of Hungary布達佩斯
洛佩兹Lopez (name)洛佩茲
佩带carry at the waist佩帶
佩剑sword佩劍
玉佩jade pendant
令人钦佩admirable令人欽佩
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 珮

It is pronounced as 'pèi', with a falling tone.

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