1. Character Basics
2. Pronunciation
3. Meaning
- Trousers, pants
- Leg coverings
4. Common Words
5. Grammar & Usage
The character "裤" is primarily used as a noun to refer to trousers or pants. It is often used in combination with other characters to specify different types of pants or parts of pants.
我需要买一条新裤子。(Wǒ xūyào mǎi yītiáo xīn kùzi.) - I need to buy a new pair of pants.
夏天我喜欢穿短裤。(Xiàtiān wǒ xǐhuan chuān duǎnkù.) - I like to wear shorts in summer.
这条牛仔裤很合身。(Zhè tiáo niúzǎikù hěn héshēn.) - This pair of jeans fits well.
6. Cultural Background
In traditional Chinese clothing, trousers (裤) have a long history. Ancient Chinese trousers were often loose-fitting and tied at the waist. During different dynasties, the style of trousers evolved, reflecting changes in fashion and social customs.
In modern China, Western-style trousers have become popular, but traditional styles like the "ku" (裤) can still be seen in traditional clothing such as the Hanfu. Jeans, introduced from the West, have also become a staple in Chinese wardrobes, especially among younger generations.
7. Example Sentence
我的裤子破了，需要缝一下。
My pants are torn and need to be sewn.
8. Memory Tips
To remember the character "裤", look at its structure: it consists of "衤" (yī, clothing) and "库" (kù, storehouse). You can imagine clothing (衤) that covers your legs like a storehouse (库) for your legs. The pronunciation "kù" is the same as "库" (storehouse).
Another way to remember it is to associate it with common words like "裤子" (kùzi - pants) or "牛仔裤" (niúzǎikù - jeans), which are frequently used in daily conversations.