裧 (chān) - Curtain & valance

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chān ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

偲嫦

裧 · chān

Curtain;

valance;

a type of canopy or covering, often used in ceremonial or decorative contexts.

Curtainvalancea type of canopy or covering, often used

Usage highlights

Curtain valanceDecorative canopyBridal carriage curtainTemple curtainCanopy covering

Synonyms

  • 帘— curtain; hanging screen
  • 帷— curtain; screen
  • 幔— curtain; screen; tent

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The temple had a decorative curtain (裧) at the entrance.
  • A valance for a ceremonial canopy (裧帷).
  • The bridal carriage was adorned with a canopy (裧饰).

Collocations

  • Curtain valance(裧帷)
  • Decorative canopy(裧饰)
  • Bridal carriage curtain(裧车)
  • Temple curtain(庙裧)
  • Canopy covering(裧盖)

Cultural background

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  • Historically used in ceremonial and ritual contexts, such as weddings or temple decorations.
  • Reflects traditional Chinese textile and decorative arts in architectural and vehicular adornments.

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