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March 24, 2026
裙(帬)qún(qun2)
The character 裙 (qún) refers to a skirt or petticoat, typically worn by women. It can also denote an apron in certain contexts. This term is commonly used in fashion and clothing discussions, embodying both traditional and modern styles.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, skirts (裙) were often worn by women during festivals or ceremonies, symbolizing femininity and grace. These garments are still significant in modern fashion, especially during cultural celebrations.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 裙 as a 'quilt' wrapped around your waist, forming a skirt. The top part resembles a waistline, and the flowing fabric below symbolizes the skirt's drape. Remember 'qún' sounds like 'tune,' as in 'the tune of a dress swaying.'
Meanings of 裙
qún(qun2)
1skirt, petticoat, apron
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About 裙
裙Simplified
帬Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
裙 (qún) vs 裙子 (qúnzi) — use 裙 for a more general or formal reference to skirts, while 裙子 is a more colloquial term.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 裙 as a 'quilt' wrapped around your waist, forming a skirt. The top part resembles a waistline, and the flowing fabric below symbolizes the skirt's drape. Remember 'qún' sounds like 'tune,' as in 'the tune of a dress swaying.'
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 裙 (qún) with 裙子 (qúnzi), which means 'skirt' but is more specific. While 裙 can be used informally, 裙子 is more common in everyday conversation. Watch for tone errors; the pronunciation is with a rising tone.
HSK Study Tips
Although 裙 is not listed in the HSK, it relates to clothing terms that are essential for beginners. Students should focus on vocabulary related to fashion and adjectives that describe clothing, as this will enhance their conversational skills.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, skirts (裙) were often worn by women during festivals or ceremonies, symbolizing femininity and grace. These garments are still significant in modern fashion, especially during cultural celebrations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often omit the measure word when using 裙, saying '我买裙' instead of '我买了一条裙子' (wǒ mǎi le yī tiáo qúnzi). Additionally, confusing it with other clothing items like 裤子 (kùzi) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 裙
裙 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Maria wore a layered white dress that rustled when she moved.
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那天下午她出门买了一件新裙子。
nà tiān xià wǔ tā chū mén mǎi le yī jiàn xīn qún zǐ。
That afternoon she went out and bought a new dress.
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这条红裙的领口有细细的黑色滚边。
zhè tiáo hóng qún de lǐng kǒu yǒu xì xì de hēi sè gǔn biān。
The red dress had slim black piping around the neck.
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她穿着一件有花边的白色上衣和一条蓝色天鹅绒裙子。
tā chuān zháo yī jiàn yǒu huā biān de bái sè shàng yī hé yī tiáo lán sè tiān é róng qún zǐ。
She was wearing a white ruffled blouse and a blue velvet skirt.
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她终于找到了理想的礼服——一袭饰有蕾丝的美丽长裙。
tā zhōng yú zhǎo dào le lǐ xiǎng de lǐ fú—— —— yī xí shì yǒu lěi sī de měi lì cháng。
She finally found the perfect gown, a beautiful creation trimmed with lace.
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她穿的那件轻薄的粉红色连衣裙在身后飘舞。
tā chuān de nà jiàn qīng báo de fěn hóng sè lián yī qún zài shēn hòu piāo wǔ。
She was wearing a flimsy pink dress that streamed out behind her.
9
她那袭大胆的低胸裙使观众大为震惊。
tā nà xí dà dǎn de dī xiōng qún shǐ guān zhòng dà wéi zhèn jīng。
Her daringly low-cut dress scandalised audiences.
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我试穿了那连衣裙，但不合身。
wǒ shì chuān le nà lián yī qún， ， dàn bù hé。
I tried the dress on but it didn't fit.
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她喜欢穿红色的裙，觉得很漂亮。
Tā xǐhuan chuān hóngsè de qún, juéde hěn piàoliang.
She likes wearing red skirts, she thinks they are very beautiful.
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这个裙的颜色和你的鞋子很配。
Zhège qún de yánsè hé nǐ de xiézi hěn pèi.
The color of this skirt matches your shoes well.
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今天她穿了一条新裙去上班。
Jīntiān tā chuānle yì tiáo xīn qún qù shàngbān.
Today she wore a new skirt to work.
14
这个裙太长了，我需要改短一点。
Zhège qún tài cháng le, wǒ xūyào gǎi duǎn yìdiǎn.
This skirt is too long, I need to shorten it a bit.
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她喜欢穿传统的裙，看起来很优雅。
Tā xǐhuan chuān chuántǒng de qún, kàn qǐlái hěn yōuyǎ.
She likes to wear traditional skirts, which look very elegant.
Cultural Notes for 裙
💡Did you know?
In traditional Chinese culture, skirts (裙) have a long history, dating back to ancient dynasties. They were often made from silk and adorned with intricate patterns, symbolizing elegance and femininity.
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, skirts (裙) were often worn by women during festivals or ceremonies, symbolizing femininity and grace. These garments are still significant in modern fashion, especially during cultural celebrations.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In many cultures, skirts are seen as feminine apparel, while in some Western cultures, skirts can also be worn by men, showing a blend of gender norms across societies.
Word Family of 裙
Words Containing This Character15
裙子qúnziskirt
裙qúnskirt
围裙apron圍裙
连衣裙frock連衣裙
迷你裙miniskirt
超短裙miniskirt
长裙cheong sam (long skirt)長裙
裙裤culottes裙褲
百褶裙pleated skirt
套裙woman's suit
裙带关系(by extension) favoritism towards relatives, friends or associates裙帶關係
裙带waistband of a skirt裙帶
衬裙petticoat襯裙
裙带菜wakame (Undaria pinnatifida), an edible seaweed裙帶菜
裙带风(by extension) culture of favoritism towards relatives, friends and associates裙帶風
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Frequently Asked Questions about 裙
Some synonyms for 裙 (qún) include 裙子 (qúnzi), which also means skirt, and 裙袍 (qúnpáo), which refers to a skirt robe. These words can be used interchangeably in various contexts.
裙 (qún) is a character that is commonly recognized in Chinese, especially in contexts relating to fashion and clothing. However, it may not be as frequently used in everyday conversation compared to more common clothing terms.
裙 (qún) refers to a skirt or petticoat in Chinese. It can also refer to an apron. This character is often associated with women's clothing and has historical significance in traditional Chinese attire.
You can use 裙 (qún) in a sentence by saying something like '她穿了一条漂亮的裙子' which means 'She is wearing a beautiful skirt.' This shows how the word can be used to describe clothing.
You would say '穿裙子' (chuān qúnzi).
裙 (qún) is a general term for skirt, while 裙子 (qúnzi) is more specific and commonly used.
Yes, but it's more common to use 裙子 in formal settings.
