穿 chuān
wear / put on / through
穿 (chuān) means "wear / put on / through" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
Words used with 穿
戴
dài
to wear (accessories)
外套
wàitào
jacket / coat
睡衣
shuìyī
pajamas
袜子
wàzi
socks
校服
xiàofú
school uniform
Frequently asked questions
What does 穿 (chuān) mean in Chinese?
穿 (chuān) means "wear / put on / through" in Chinese. 穿 (chuān) means "wear / put on / through" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
How do you use 穿 in a sentence?
Use 穿 (chuān) the way you would use "wear / put on / through" in English, then build longer sentences by adding words you already know around it.
What words are commonly used with 穿?
Common words that pair with 穿 include 戴. Learning these together helps you build complete, natural sentences instead of isolated vocabulary.
What is the difference between 穿 (chuān) and 睡 (shuì)?
Both are high-frequency Chinese words taught early in Speak1000. 穿 means "wear / put on / through"; 睡 means "sleep". The fastest way to tell them apart is to hear each one used in real sentences — our free lessons drill every word in context so the contrast becomes natural.
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