Common Meanings
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kuǎn款
Sincere, cordial, earnest; to treat hospitably or retain cordially.
他们热情地款待了远道而来的朋友。
They warmly entertained their friends who came from afar.
Refers to an inscription, signature, or name written on an artifact, painting, calligraphy, or letter, often at the end (e.g., 落款 luòkuǎn: to sign one's name; 题款 tíkuǎn: to write an inscription).
这幅字画的落款清晰可见。
The signature on this piece of calligraphy and painting is clearly visible.
Style; pattern; type (e.g., of clothing, products)
我喜欢这款新手机的款式。
I like the style of this new phone model.
An item, clause, or paragraph within a regulation, law, or document; a specific provision.
合同的第二款规定了付款方式。
The second clause of the contract stipulates the payment method.
Funds; money; sums. Often used in financial contexts or in terms related to various types of monetary amounts like deposits, remittances, or public funds.
他把所有积蓄都存入了银行，这笔存款是他辛苦工作所得。
He deposited all his savings into the bank; this deposit is what he earned through hard work.
To knock or tap, as on a door or surface.
他轻轻款门，生怕吵醒屋里的人
He gently knocked on the door, afraid of waking up the people inside.
To reach; to arrive at (often used in a literary or somewhat archaic context).
经过数小时的飞行，飞机款抵了目的地。
After several hours of flight, the plane arrived at its destination.
To entertain; to host (guests).
他们热情款待了远道而来的朋友
They warmly entertained their friends who came from afar.
When '款' (kuǎn) refers to speech, especially in classical contexts, it means to speak sincerely, patiently, and thoroughly, often to explain or persuade with a gentle approach.
老师款款而谈，为我们耐心解答了所有问题。
The teacher spoke gently and in detail, patiently answering all our questions.
slow; leisurely; unhurriedly (describing movement or manner)
她款款走来，裙摆随风摇曳
She walked leisurely, her skirt swaying in the wind.