How to Say
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pèi
Radical: 巾 8 strokes
Meaning: cape
💡 Think of 'pay' for a cape—you pay for a silk cape.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

帔 (pèi) meaning in English —

帔 (pèi) refers to a traditional Chinese cape or shawl worn over the shoulders, often by women in historical dramas. Unlike Western capes which are typically outerwear, the 帔 is a decorative garment made of silk, embroidered with auspicious patterns, and used in formal or ceremonial settings. It represents elegance and status in Chinese culture.

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