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塘 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
塘tángdykej, 13 strokes, radical 土, rank #27634, Very Hard
塘tángembankmentj, 13 strokes, radical 土, rank #27634, Very Hard
塘tángpool or pondj, 13 strokes, radical 土, rank #27634, Very Hard
塘tánghot-water bathing poolj, 13 strokes, radical 土, rank #27634, Very Hard
塘tángpond, tank; dike, embankmentj, 13 strokes, radical 土, rank #27634, Very Hard
táng(tang2) T2
  1. 1dyke
  2. 2embankment
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March 24, 2026

塘táng(tang2)

The character 塘 (táng) primarily refers to a water-related structure, such as a pond, pool, or embankment. It can also denote a hot-water bathing pool, making it relevant in contexts involving leisure or natural water features. This word is commonly used in both everyday conversation and formal descriptions of landscapes or recreational areas.

Strokes13Radical土Frequency#27634DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, water bodies like ponds and hot-water pools are often places for relaxation and social gatherings, especially in scenic areas or hot springs. The concept of bathing in hot-water pools is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese health practices.

Memory Tip

Imagine a serene pond (塘) surrounded by a sturdy embankment (土) that keeps the water in place. The left part of the character, 土 (earth), symbolizes the ground, while the right part, 亥 (hái), can remind you of water flowing around it. Together, they evoke the image of a peaceful water body that is well-contained.

Meanings of 塘

táng(tang2)
1dyke
2embankment
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About 塘

塘Simplified
13Strokes
土Radical
简称abbreviation (abbr.)Part of Speech
#27634Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 塘

Quick Contrast

塘 (táng) vs 池 (chí) — use 塘 for water bodies with embankments or natural features, while 池 refers specifically to a pond or pool, often man-made.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a serene pond (塘) surrounded by a sturdy embankment (土) that keeps the water in place. The left part of the character, 土 (earth), symbolizes the ground, while the right part, 亥 (hái), can remind you of water flowing around it. Together, they evoke the image of a peaceful water body that is well-contained.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 塘 with similar-sounding words. It is more commonly used in informal contexts, especially when talking about natural features. A common collocation is '游泳塘' (yóuyǒngtáng), meaning swimming pond, which you might hear when discussing recreational activities.

HSK Study Tips

While 塘 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it integrates well with Level 3 and 4 words related to nature and water. Students should focus on its usage in contexts involving landscapes and outdoor activities to enhance their vocabulary around these themes.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, water bodies like ponds and hot-water pools are often places for relaxation and social gatherings, especially in scenic areas or hot springs. The concept of bathing in hot-water pools is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese health practices.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 塘 with other water-related characters like 池 (chí), which means 'pool.' For example, saying '我去塘' (wǒ qù táng) instead of '我去游泳池' (wǒ qù yóuyǒngchí) can lead to misunderstanding, as it implies going to a natural pond instead of a swimming pool.

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Etymology of 塘

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 土 represents the meaning and 唐 represents the sound.

Memory Hint

earth

Semantic (meaning)土
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Phonetic (sound)唐
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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 塘

IDS Structure⿰土唐
塘Full Character
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土Tu3
left
唐Tang2
right
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塘

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Grammar Patterns of 塘

塘 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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池____表面有一层黏腻腻的污泥。

There was an unappealing film of slime on top of the pond.

Example Sentences for 塘 (8)

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池塘表面有一层黏腻腻的污泥。

chí táng biǎo miàn yǒu yī céng nián nì nì de wū ní。

There was an unappealing film of slime on top of the pond.
2
在南非，贾尼可谓塘中无鱼虾为大。

zài nán fēi， ， jiǎ ní kě wèi táng zhōng wú yú xiā wéi。

In South Africa, Jani was a big fish in a small pond.
3
她在鸭塘边找了条长椅坐下。

tā zài yā táng biān zhǎo le tiáo cháng yǐ zuò xià。

She chose a bench beside the duck pond and sat down.
4
他的池塘里长满了恣意蔓生的杂草。

tā de chí táng lǐ cháng mǎn le zì yì màn shēng de zá cǎo。

His pond has been choked by the fast-growing weed.
5
往池塘里扔块鹅卵石就会激起一片涟漪。

wǎng chí táng lǐ rēng kuài é luǎn shí jiù huì jī qǐ yī piàn lián yī。

You throw a pebble in a pool and it ripples.
6
我们必须进入没脚的泥塘.

wǒ mén bì xū jìn rù méi jiǎo de ní táng.

We had to step in mud over our ankles.
7
池塘覆盖了一层易碎的冰.

chí táng fù gài le yī céng yì suì de bīng.

The pond was covered in a brittle layer of ice.
8
此篇将会上传在《浴塘春晓》的附录中.

cǐ piān jiāng huì shàng chuán zài《 《 yù táng chūn》 xiǎo 》 de fù.

This will be posted among the appendices of Spring Dawn.

Cultural Notes for 塘

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, water bodies like ponds and hot-water pools are often places for relaxation and social gatherings, especially in scenic areas or hot springs. The concept of bathing in hot-water pools is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese health practices.

Word Family of 塘

Words Containing This Character20
池塘chítángpool
塘tángdyke
水塘pool
钱塘江Qiantang River that loops around Hangzhou 杭州[Háng​zhōu] in Zhejiang Province 浙江省[Zhè​jiāng​Shěng]錢塘江
塘沽Tanggu former district of Tianjin, now part of Binhai subprovincial district 濱海新區|滨海新区[Bīn​hǎi​xīn​qū]
塘沽区Tanggu former district of Tianjin, now part of Binhai subprovincial district 濱海新區|滨海新区[Bīn​hǎi​xīn​qū]塘沽區
钱塘Qiantang River that loops around Hangzhou 杭州[Háng​zhōu] in Zhejiang Province 浙江省[Zhè​jiāng​Shěng]錢塘
澡塘communal bath
平塘Pingtang county in Qiannan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔南州[Qián​nán​zhōu], Guizhou
平塘县Pingtang county in Qiannan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔南州[Qián​nán​zhōu], Guizhou平塘縣
瞿塘峡Qutang Gorge, 8 km long gorge on the Changjiang or Yangtze in Chongqing 重慶|重庆[Chóng​qìng], the upper of the Three Gorges 三峽|三峡[Sān​Xiá]瞿塘峽
理塘Litang county (Tibetan: li thang rdzong) in Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture 甘孜藏族自治州[Gān​zī​Zàng​zú​zì​zhì​zhōu], Sichuan (formerly in Kham province of Tibet)
西乡塘Xixiangtang District of Nanning City 南寧市|南宁市[Nán​níng​Shì], Guangxi西鄉塘
塘堰irrigation pond or dam
巴塘Batang county (Tibetan: 'ba' thang rdzong) in Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture 甘孜藏族自治州[Gān​zī​Zàng​zú​zì​zhì​zhōu], Sichuan (formerly in Kham province of Tibet)
北塘区Beitang district of Wuxi city 無錫市|无锡市[Wú​xī​shì], Jiangsu北塘區
岳塘区Yuetan district of Xiangtan city 湘潭市[Xiāng​tán​shì], Hunan嶽塘區
塘虱catfish (family Clariidae)
荷塘区Hetang district of Zhuzhou city 株洲市, Hunan荷塘區
巴塘县Batang county (Tibetan: 'ba' thang rdzong) in Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture 甘孜藏族自治州[Gān​zī​Zàng​zú​zì​zhì​zhōu], Sichuan (formerly in Kham province of Tibet)巴塘縣
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Compound Meaning

What does 池塘 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 塘

It is pronounced as 'táng' with a rising tone.