霜降Frost's Descent
朱泥
zhūní
Term · Clay and pot shapes

zhuni

Literal meaning

vermilion clay

Definition#

Zhuni is a name used for red-firing Yixing clay. Its distinction from the wider name hongni depends on the material classification being used. The name alone does not establish ore reserves, age, firing shrinkage or suitability for a particular tea.

Translation and usage#

LanguageUseAlternatives & cautions
English zhuni
red Yixing clay
pinyin with a gloss
Also acceptable
  • zhu ni
Deutsch Zhuni
roter Yixing-Ton
pinyin with a gloss
Русский чжуни
красная исинская глина
pinyin with a gloss
简体字繁體字 朱泥
日本語 朱泥

Common confusions#

  • A study identifying its material as hongni should not automatically be cited as a study of zhuni.

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