鐶 (huán) - Ring — refers to a metal ring, hoop, & often used for mechanical parts, jewelry, or as

鐶Tone 2

huán ｜ 21 strokes ｜ radical:

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鐶 · huán

Ring — refers to a metal ring, hoop, or circular band;

often used for mechanical parts, jewelry, or as a connecting element.

Ring — refers to a metal ring, hoop,often used for mechanical parts, jewelry, or as

Usage highlights

Key ringEarringIron ringCopper ringRingRing connection

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 直— straight (opposite of circular)
  • 方— square (opposite of circular)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The key ring (钥匙鐶) holds all my keys.
  • Ancient coins had square holes with circular rings (环鐶).
  • The machine part is a connecting ring (连接鐶).
  • She wore a beautiful earring (耳鐶).

Collocations

  • Key ring(钥匙鐶)
  • Earring(耳鐶)
  • Iron ring(铁鐶)
  • Copper ring(铜鐶)
  • Ring-shaped(鐶状)
  • Ring connection(鐶接)

Idioms

  • Linked rings(连鐶)
  • Ring upon ring(环鐶相扣)
  • Golden ring lock(金鐶锁)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally used for both functional items (like key rings) and decorative objects (like earrings).
  • In ancient times, metal rings were important components in machinery, armor, and daily utensils.
  • The character appears in historical texts describing mechanical devices and jewelry.

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