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March 24, 2026
噸dūn(dun1)
噸 (dūn) refers to a metric ton, a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms. It is commonly used in trade, shipping, and industry to quantify large quantities of materials. This term is crucial for understanding weights and measurements in both commercial and everyday contexts.
Strokes16Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In China, the use of metric units, including 噸, reflects the country's modernization and integration into the global economy, especially in industries like manufacturing and shipping.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant 'dune' made of sand, where each grain represents a metric ton. The character 噸 includes the radical for 'speech' (口), symbolizing the communication of heavy weights, and the 'dun' sound can help you remember its pronunciation.
Meanings of 噸
dūn(dun1)
1a metric ton
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噸Simplified
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口Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant 'dune' made of sand, where each grain represents a metric ton. The character 噸 includes the radical for 'speech' (口), symbolizing the communication of heavy weights, and the 'dun' sound can help you remember its pronunciation.
Usage Notes
噸 is primarily used in formal contexts such as trade and industry. Be careful not to confuse it with other weight measurements like 千克 (qiānkè - kilogram). It is often used in phrases like '噸位' (dūnwèi - tonnage) to discuss capacities.
HSK Study Tips
Though 噸 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is useful for learners at HSK 4 and above who are studying commerce or logistics. Focus on its application in real-life scenarios involving weight and shipping.
Cultural Note
In China, the use of metric units, including 噸, reflects the country's modernization and integration into the global economy, especially in industries like manufacturing and shipping.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly write 噸 as tons (without the radical) or confuse it with other measurements. For example, saying '我有一吨的水' (I have one ton of water) is correct, but mixing it with 千克 can lead to confusion.
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Cultural Notes for 噸
🏮Cultural insight
In China, the use of metric units, including 噸, reflects the country's modernization and integration into the global economy, especially in industries like manufacturing and shipping.
Word Family of 噸
Words Containing This Character5
吨dūnton (loanword)噸
吨位tonnage噸位
公吨ton公噸
吨公里ton-kilometer (unit of capacity of transport system)噸公里
总吨位overall tonnage (of a shipping fleet or company)總噸位
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Frequently Asked Questions about 噸
'两噸' (liǎng dūn) is the correct way to say 'two tons'.
It is not commonly used in casual conversation but is prevalent in discussions related to trade, industry, and logistics.
噸 (dūn) refers to a metric ton (1,000 kg), while 千克 (qiānkè) refers to a kilogram.
