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March 24, 2026
埯ǎn(an3)
The character 埯 (ǎn) primarily means 'pit' or 'hole,' particularly in contexts related to planting seeds or making holes in the ground. It can also imply the action of burying or creating a small depression in the earth. This term is often used in agricultural settings where preparing the soil for planting is essential.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, the practice of making pits for planting seeds is a vital part of farming techniques, reflecting the importance of soil preparation in Chinese agrarian culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a farmer named 'An' who digs small pits in the ground to plant seeds. The character 埯 looks like a small 'A' (for An) on top of a mound of earth, symbolizing the act of creating a hole for planting.
Meanings of 埯
ǎn(an3)
1pit, hole; to bury
2hole in the ground to plant seeds in
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a farmer named 'An' who digs small pits in the ground to plant seeds. The character 埯 looks like a small 'A' (for An) on top of a mound of earth, symbolizing the act of creating a hole for planting.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 埯 with similar characters like 坑 (kēng) which also means 'pit' but is more general. Ensure to use 埯 specifically when discussing planting or agricultural contexts. This character is more commonly used in written contexts rather than spoken language.
HSK Study Tips
As 埯 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, students should focus on related agricultural terms and characters associated with planting. Understanding 埯 can enhance comprehension of more complex sentences involving farming.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, the practice of making pits for planting seeds is a vital part of farming techniques, reflecting the importance of soil preparation in Chinese agrarian culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often incorrectly use 埯 in contexts where a more general term like 坑 (kēng) is appropriate. For example, saying '埯水' (àn shuǐ) for 'water pit' instead of '坑水' (kēng shuǐ). Remember to reserve 埯 for specific agricultural references.
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Cultural Notes for 埯
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In traditional Chinese agriculture, the practice of making pits for planting seeds is a vital part of farming techniques, reflecting the importance of soil preparation in Chinese agrarian culture.
Word Family of 埯
Words Containing This Character1
埯ǎnto dibble
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Frequently Asked Questions about 埯
It's pronounced as 'ǎn', with a third tone.
No, it is mainly used in written texts related to agriculture.
Typically, it is used literally, but it can be metaphorically applied in discussions about preparation or groundwork.
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