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March 24, 2026
耳环(耳環)ěrhuán(er3huan2)
耳环 (ěrhuán) refers to a piece of jewelry worn on the ear, commonly known as an earring. It can come in various styles and forms, often used for decorative purposes or as a fashion statement. In many contexts, it can also signify personal taste and cultural identity.
Frequency#5782DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, earrings have historical significance, often associated with beauty and status. In contemporary society, they are popular among both men and women, reflecting personal style and individuality.
Memory Tip
Imagine an ear (耳) that is adorned with a shiny ring (环). The ear helps you hear all the beautiful sounds around you, enhanced by the sparkle of the earrings. Visualize a pair of earrings hanging from the ear, echoing the sound of fashion.
Meanings of 耳环
ěrhuán(er3huan2)
1earring
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About 耳环
耳环Simplified
耳環Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5782Frequency Rank
只Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6TOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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耳钉 (ěr dīng) vs 耳环 (ěrhuán): Use 耳环 for dangling earrings, while 耳钉 refers specifically to studs that sit directly on the earlobe.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine an ear (耳) that is adorned with a shiny ring (环). The ear helps you hear all the beautiful sounds around you, enhanced by the sparkle of the earrings. Visualize a pair of earrings hanging from the ear, echoing the sound of fashion.
Usage Notes
耳环 is primarily used in informal contexts but can also appear in formal settings when discussing fashion. Common mistakes include confusing it with other jewelry terms like '项链' (necklace) or '手链' (bracelet). Remember to use the correct measure word, which is '只' (zhī) or '对' (duì) for pairs.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 耳环 connects with other vocabulary related to clothing and accessories, such as '衣服' (clothes) and '鞋子' (shoes). Students should focus on pronunciation and the use of measure words in relation to this noun.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, earrings have historical significance, often associated with beauty and status. In contemporary society, they are popular among both men and women, reflecting personal style and individuality.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly say '耳环子' instead of just '耳环' to refer to earrings, adding an unnecessary suffix. Additionally, they may confuse the measure words, using '个' instead of '只' or '对'.
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Grammar Patterns of 耳环
耳环 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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我想那是我的____.
I think those are my earrings.
Example Sentences for 耳环 (5)
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1
我想那是我的耳环.
wǒ xiǎng nà shì wǒ de ěr huán.
I think those are my earrings.
2
我丢了一只耳环. 还是个挺贵的.
wǒ diū le yī zhī ěr huán. . huán shì gè tǐng guì.
I've lost an ear - ring . It was an expensive one ` too.
3
那耳环是由一根细金链子吊着的.
nà ěr huán shì yóu yī gēn xì jīn liàn zǐ diào zháo de.
The pendant was hanging by a thin gold chain.
4
这种耳环打5折, 我很抱歉.
zhè zhǒng ěr huán dǎ5 5, zhē , wǒ hěn.
They're half price. I apologize.
5
展出的有用玉石 、 琥珀和紫水晶做的耳环 、 项链和手镯.
zhǎn chū de yǒu yòng yù shí、 、 hǔ pò hé zǐ shuǐ jīng zuò de ěr、 huán 、 xiàng liàn hé.
On display are earrings, necklaces and bracelets made from jade, amber and amethyst.
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Cultural Notes for 耳环
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In Chinese culture, earrings have historical significance, often associated with beauty and status. In contemporary society, they are popular among both men and women, reflecting personal style and individuality.
Frequently Asked Questions about 耳环
耳环 (ěrhuán) generally refers to earrings that loop or hang from the ear, while 耳坠 (ěrzhuì) specifically refers to dangling earrings.
Yes, 耳环 can be used for both men's and women's earrings, though the style may vary.
The correct measure words for earrings are 只 (zhī) for single earrings and 对 (duì) for a pair.
