[[Radicals]]
#Radicals #5-Strokes
## ⻂(yī)
Kanxi Radical 145
![[Radical 145 - ⻂(yī).svg]]
**Variation of the radical:**
[[衣 (yī)]]
## Meaning
The radical ⻂ (yī) is a variant of the radical "衣" (yī), which means "clothing" in Chinese. It is used in certain characters, typically appearing on the top or left side.
While the radical ⻂ (yī) doesn't have a standalone meaning, it often indicates characters related to clothing, garments, or attire.
## Examples
Here are a few examples of characters containing the radical ⻂ (yī):
[[衫 shān]] - shirt; blouse
[[衬 chèn]] - lining; to wear
[[初 chū]] - beginning; initial