What does 褵 mean in modern usage?

褵 is primarily a classical character referring to ancient bridal headdresses and is rarely used in modern everyday language, appearing mainly in historical or literary contexts.

Is 褵 commonly used in names?

No, 褵 is very rare in modern Chinese names due to its specific and archaic meaning, though it might appear in artistic or historical fiction names.

How is 褵 different from 盖头?

褵 specifically refers to ancient ceremonial bridal headdresses, while 盖头 is the more commonly used term for traditional bridal veils in Chinese weddings.

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褵 · lí

bridal veil;

bridal headdress;

ceremonial wedding headdress worn by ancient Chinese brides.

bridal veilbridal headdressceremonial wedding headdress worn by ancient Chinese brides.

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

盖头— bridal veil (more commonly used)
头纱— head veil
婚冠— wedding headdress

Usage & contexts

Examples

The bride wore a traditional bridal veil (褵) during the ceremony.
In ancient weddings, the bridal headdress (褵) was an important part of the attire.
The ceremonial veil (褵) symbolized the bride's transition to married life.
Traditional wedding customs included the wearing of a specific headdress (褵).

Collocations

bridal veil(褵)
bridal headdress(褵)
wedding headdress(褵)
ceremonial veil(褵)
ancient headdress(褵)
traditional wedding attire(褵)

Idioms

To wear the bridal veil(结褵)
The ceremony of the veil(褵礼)
Removing the bridal headdress(解褵)

Cultural background

FAQ

褵 refers specifically to the ceremonial headdress or veil worn by brides in ancient Chinese weddings.
The character is closely associated with traditional wedding rituals and marital customs.
In classical literature, 褵 often symbolizes marriage and the transition from maidenhood to wifehood.

褵 (lí) - bridal veil & bridal headdress