匸 · xǐ

hiding enclosure

Radical pronunciation

Radical summary

#23

Kangxi

2

Strokes

#21

Frequency

Visual hint

Similar to 匚 but with a longer top stroke that overhangs — a more concealing box shape.

Suggests hiding, concealment, or covering up.

varies

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匸

2 examples

匿

nì

to hide; to conceal

HSK 6

区

qū

area; region

HSK 3

Concealment radical. Found in 匿 (to hide), 匾 (horizontal signboard).

A box with an overhanging lid, like a cabinet with wide doors hiding contents inside.

匚: 匸 implies more concealment; 匚 is a neutral container without hiding connotations.

What radical is this: 匸?