綠頭巾
Chinese
| green | head covering | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| trad. (綠頭巾) | 綠 | 頭巾 | |
| simp. (绿头巾) | 绿 | 头巾 | |
Etymology
Traditionally green is the color symbolizing humble people. Since Yuan dynasty, the males in households with prostitutes are required to wrap their heads in a green scarf (or later a hat).
Pronunciation
Noun
綠頭巾
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