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帔 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
帔pèicape, robe, skirtg, 8 strokes, radical 巾
pèi(pei4) T4
  1. 1cape, robe, skirt
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March 24, 2026

帔pèi(pei4)

The character 帔 (pèi) refers to a type of garment, specifically a cape or robe that is often worn as an outer layer. Commonly used in historical contexts or traditional attire, this word embodies a sense of elegance and formality associated with clothing. It can also refer to skirts in certain contexts, emphasizing its versatility in describing various types of apparel.

Strokes8Radical巾
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, garments like 帔 were worn by nobility and scholars, often signifying status and refinement. The use of such clothing is still evident in cultural festivals and ceremonies.

Memory Tip

Imagine a flowing cape that drapes over the shoulders, like a superhero's attire. The character 帔 resembles a garment hanging down from the shoulders, with the top part (the '人' radical) symbolizing the person wearing it. To remember its pronunciation 'pèi', think of 'pay' for a fancy outfit that you might buy for a special occasion.

Meanings of 帔

pèi(pei4)
1cape, robe, skirt
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About 帔

帔Simplified
8Strokes
巾Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 帔 with similar clothing-related characters. It is more formal and specific than general terms for clothing, so it is used in contexts discussing traditional Chinese dresses or historical garments. Make sure to use the correct tones to avoid confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 帔 is not part of the official HSK levels, it can be beneficial for learners interested in traditional culture or clothing vocabulary. Focus on memorizing this character alongside other clothing-related terms to enhance your vocabulary in this category.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 帔 with 帽 (mào), which means hat or cap. Remember that 帔 specifically refers to a cape or robe, not headwear.

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Etymology of 帔

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

cloth

Semantic (meaning)巾
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Phonetic (sound)皮
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Origin

帔 = 巾 + 皮. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 帔

IDS Structure⿰巾皮
帔Full Character
=
巾jin1
left
皮Pi2
right
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Parts

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How to say cape, robe, skirt in Chinese

“cape, robe, skirt” in Chinese is帔pèi

The character 帔 (pèi) refers to a type of garment, specifically a cape or robe that is often worn as an outer layer. Commonly used in historical contexts or traditional attire, this word embodies a sense of elegance and formality associated with clothing. It can also refer to skirts in certain contexts, emphasizing its versatility in describing various types of apparel.

When to use 帔

Common mistakes include confusing 帔 with similar clothing-related characters. It is more formal and specific than general terms for clothing, so it is used in contexts discussing traditional Chinese dresses or historical garments. Make sure to use the correct tones to avoid confusion with other words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 帔 with 帽 (mào), which means hat or cap. Remember that 帔 specifically refers to a cape or robe, not headwear.

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Word Family of 帔

Words Containing This Character1
帔pèicape

Frequently Asked Questions about 帔

Use 帔 when discussing traditional clothing, historical attire, or formal wear in Chinese culture.

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