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jiā

What does mean?

Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 2 published landmarks

What it means

home; family

In this place

In 朱家角: family — the clan half of the place name.

Remember this

家 marks family settlement — 朱家 reads Zhu family. Water towns love human names on the map; it’s how bend villages became brands.

Where you’ll see it

Same character, other boards

Quick answers

What does 家 (jiā) mean for travelers?
home; family
Where will I see 家 in China?
On VibeHanzi it is taught at Lujiazui, Zhujiajiao. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
How do I remember 家 on the street?
家 marks family settlement — 朱家 reads Zhu family. Water towns love human names on the map; it’s how bend villages became brands.