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玟 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
玟míngem, jade-like stonezg, 8 strokes, radical 王, rank #35207, Very Hard
玟mínveins in jadeunknown, 8 strokes, radical 王, rank #35207, Very Hard
玟wéngem, jade-like stonezg, 8 strokes, radical 王, rank #35207, Very Hard
玟wénveins in jadeunknown, 8 strokes, radical 王, rank #35207, Very Hard
mín(min2)
primary
 T2
  1. 1gem, jade-like stone
  2. 2veins in jade
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March 24, 2026

玟mín(min2)

The character 玟 (mín) refers to a type of gem or jade-like stone, often emphasizing the beauty and preciousness associated with such materials. It can also denote the veins found within jade, highlighting the intricacy of its natural patterns. This character is commonly encountered in contexts related to jewelry, art, and traditional Chinese aesthetics.

Strokes8Radical王Frequency#35207DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, jade is not only valued for its beauty but also for its symbolism of purity, moral integrity, and protection. The appreciation of jade is deeply rooted in Chinese history, often associated with status and spirituality.

Memory Tip

Picture a shimmering gem reflecting light like the sun. The character 玟 has the radical for 'jade' (王) at the bottom, representing its connection to precious stones, while the top part adds a sense of elegance. Imagine a rare gem that sparkles with intricate designs, just like the veins in jade.

Meanings of 玟

mín(min2)
primary
1gem, jade-like stone
2veins in jade
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About 玟

玟Simplified
8Strokes
王Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 玟

Usage Notes

While 玟 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in literary contexts or when discussing gemstones. Learners should be aware of the tonal nature of Mandarin; mispronouncing the tone (mín) could lead to confusion with other words. It is often paired with other characters related to beauty or value in formal settings.

HSK Study Tips

Since 玟 is not part of the standardized HSK vocabulary, learners should focus on recognizing it in literary texts or discussions about gems. Understanding this character can enhance vocabulary related to luxury items and aesthetics, which is important for higher-level language skills.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 玟 with other characters related to jade, such as 玉 (yù), which is more commonly used. For example, saying '我喜欢玟' (wǒ xǐhuān mín) instead of '我喜欢玉' (wǒ xǐhuān yù) would be incorrect in everyday contexts.

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Pronunciation of 玟

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Etymology of 玟

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

jade

Semantic (meaning)王
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Phonetic (sound)文
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Case file: 玟

  1. 1The meaning half王 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half文 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayjade
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 玟?

Decomposition of 玟

IDS Structure⿰王文
玟Full Character
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王Wang2
left
文Wen2
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 玟?

How to say gem, jade-like stone in Chinese

“gem, jade-like stone” in Chinese is玟mín

The character 玟 (mín) refers to a type of gem or jade-like stone, often emphasizing the beauty and preciousness associated with such materials. It can also denote the veins found within jade, highlighting the intricacy of its natural patterns. This character is commonly encountered in contexts related to jewelry, art, and traditional Chinese aesthetics.

When to use 玟

While 玟 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it may appear in literary contexts or when discussing gemstones. Learners should be aware of the tonal nature of Mandarin; mispronouncing the tone (mín) could lead to confusion with other words. It is often paired with other characters related to beauty or value in formal settings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 玟 with other characters related to jade, such as 玉 (yù), which is more commonly used. For example, saying '我喜欢玟' (wǒ xǐhuān mín) instead of '我喜欢玉' (wǒ xǐhuān yù) would be incorrect in everyday contexts.

Write 玟

玟

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Word Family of 玟

Words Containing This Character2
玟mínjade-like stone
李玟Coco Lee (1975-), pop singer, songwriter and actress
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Compound Meaning

What does 玟 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 玟

玟 refers to a gem or jade-like stone and can describe the intricate veins found within jade.

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