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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
笥sìhamper, wicker basketzg, 11 strokes, radical ⺮
笥sìsquare bamboo container for food or clothingunknown, 11 strokes, radical ⺮
sì(si4) T4
  1. 1hamper, wicker basket
  2. 2square bamboo container for food or clothing
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March 24, 2026

笥sì(si4)

The character 笥 (sì) refers to a wicker basket or a square bamboo container used traditionally for storing food or clothing. It symbolizes practicality and is often associated with rural life in China, where such containers are commonly used for carrying goods.

Strokes11Radical⺮
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, baskets like 笥 are often used in rural festivals and celebrations to carry offerings, symbolizing abundance and gratitude.

Memory Tip

Think of 笥 (sì) as a 'squared basket' made of bamboo. The radical '竹' (bamboo) stands tall, while the '四' (four) suggests the four corners of a square container. Picture a sturdy square basket filled with fresh produce, ready for a village market.

Meanings of 笥

sì(si4)
1hamper, wicker basket
2square bamboo container for food or clothing
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About 笥

笥Simplified
11Strokes
⺮Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 笥

Usage Notes

This word is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its pronunciation; learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words. Common collocations include 笥子 (sìzi), referring to a small basket.

HSK Study Tips

While 笥 (sì) is not part of HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK Level 3 words related to food and containers, like 饭 (fàn, rice) and 盒 (hé, box). Focus on the context of storage and traditional items to enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 笥 with similar characters like 箱 (xiāng, box) or 盆 (pén, basin). Be careful not to use 笥 when referring to modern storage options like plastic boxes.

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Etymology of 笥

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

bamboo

Semantic (meaning)⺮
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Phonetic (sound)司
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Origin

笥 = ⺮ + 司. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 笥

IDS Structure⿱⺮司
笥Full Character
=
⺮zhu2
top
司Si1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say hamper, wicker basket in Chinese

“hamper, wicker basket” in Chinese is笥sì

The character 笥 (sì) refers to a wicker basket or a square bamboo container used traditionally for storing food or clothing. It symbolizes practicality and is often associated with rural life in China, where such containers are commonly used for carrying goods.

When to use 笥

This word is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its pronunciation; learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words. Common collocations include 笥子 (sìzi), referring to a small basket.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 笥 with similar characters like 箱 (xiāng, box) or 盆 (pén, basin). Be careful not to use 笥 when referring to modern storage options like plastic boxes.

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Word Family of 笥

Words Containing This Character1
笥sìsquare bamboo container for food or clothing

Frequently Asked Questions about 笥

笥 refers specifically to a wicker basket or bamboo container, while 盒 (hé) means a box, often made of more rigid materials.

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