Definitions

(noun) handkerchief; scarf
(noun) pascal (SI unit)

Etymology

Phonosemantic compound. represents the meaning and represents the sound.

About

The character "帕" is structured as a phono-semantic compound with the cloth radical "巾" conveying its semantic domain related to fabric and the component "白" primarily serving a phonetic function, though the historical pronunciation has diverged from its modern reading. Its meaning initially encompassed various cloth items used for practical purposes such as head coverings or veils, gradually narrowing to specify handkerchiefs and small scarves in contemporary usage. The consistent use of "巾" and "白" in its composition underscores the character's enduring connection to textile objects while reflecting the phonetic evolution of the language.

Example Sentences Hide

他有一条白色手

Tā yǒu yī tiáo báisè shǒupà.

He has a white handkerchief.

妈妈用手擦桌子。

Māmā yòng shǒupà cā zhuōzi.

Mom uses a handkerchief to wipe the table.

子可以用来洗碗。

Pàzi kěyǐ yòng lái xǐ wǎn.

A cloth can be used to wash dishes.

金森病需要治疗。

Pàjīnsēn bìng xūyào zhìliáo.

Parkinson's disease requires treatment.

米尔高原很美丽。

Pàmǐ'ěr gāoyuán hěn měilì.

The Pamir Plateau is very beautiful.

我爸爸开一辆萨特。

Wǒ bàba kāi yī liàng pàsàtè.

My dad drives a Passat.

拉图的哲学很有趣。

Pàlātú de zhéxué hěn yǒuqù.

Plato's philosophy is very interesting.

她用绣花手包起了礼物。

Tā yòng xiùhuā shǒupà bāo qǐle lǐwù.

She wrapped the gift with an embroidered handkerchief.