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kuān

What does mean?

Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark

What it means

wide; broad

In this place

In 宽巷子: the wide alley — carriage-era breadth.

Remember this

宽 is the open twin. Find it on Wide Alley’s boards, then walk Narrow so the pair locks — open shoulders versus the squeeze.

Where you’ll see it

Quick answers

What does 宽 (kuān) mean for travelers?
wide; broad
Where will I see 宽 in China?
On VibeHanzi it is taught at Kuanzhai Alley. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
How do I remember 宽 on the street?
宽 is the open twin. Find it on Wide Alley’s boards, then walk Narrow so the pair locks — open shoulders versus the squeeze.