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March 24, 2026
婀(娿)ē(e1)
The character 婀 (ē) conveys a sense of beauty and grace, often describing someone or something that is lithe and willowy in appearance. It can also imply a certain instability or fragility. This character is commonly used in literary contexts to evoke elegance.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and prose, descriptions of beauty often incorporate characters like 婀 to evoke an image of gracefulness, reflecting the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in art and literature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a graceful figure dancing on a delicate branch, embodying beauty and elegance. The character 婀 resembles a person with flowing hair (the top part) and a slender body (the bottom part), emphasizing its meaning of gracefulness.
Meanings of 婀
ē(e1)
1beautiful, graceful; lithe, willowy; unstable
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About 婀
婀Simplified
娿Traditional
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成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a graceful figure dancing on a delicate branch, embodying beauty and elegance. The character 婀 resembles a person with flowing hair (the top part) and a slender body (the bottom part), emphasizing its meaning of gracefulness.
Usage Notes
婀 is typically used in more formal or literary contexts, so it may not be common in everyday conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings or tones. It pairs well with words like '美' (měi, beautiful) and '优雅' (yōuyǎ, elegant).
HSK Study Tips
Although 婀 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can enrich your understanding of descriptive language in Chinese literature. Focus on its synonyms and antonyms to build a broader vocabulary related to beauty and elegance.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and prose, descriptions of beauty often incorporate characters like 婀 to evoke an image of gracefulness, reflecting the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in art and literature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 婀 with similar characters due to its unique pronunciation. For example, using '阿' (ā) instead of 婀 can change the meaning entirely. Always check the tones and context to ensure correct usage.
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Cultural Notes for 婀
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In Chinese poetry and prose, descriptions of beauty often incorporate characters like 婀 to evoke an image of gracefulness, reflecting the cultural appreciation for aesthetics in art and literature.
Word Family of 婀
Words Containing This Character2
婀娜elegant
婀ēgraceful
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 婀
No, it's more commonly found in literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
It is pronounced as 'ē', with a high, level tone.
Yes, characters like '美' (měi) and '优雅' (yōuyǎ) also convey beauty and grace.
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