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屏 (bīng) vs 盾 (dùn) — 屏 emphasizes a screen or barrier for blocking, while 盾 refers specifically to a shield used for protection.
Be cautious not to confuse 屏 with similar-sounding characters, as it has distinct meanings. The character is more commonly used in informal contexts. Common collocations include '屏幕' (píngmù, screen) and '屏障' (píngzhàng, barrier).
Although 屏 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to words related to technology and communication found in HSK 3 and 4. Focus on its usage in everyday contexts involving screens and barriers to strengthen your vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 屏 with the character 平 (píng), which means 'flat' or 'even.' For example, using '平幕' instead of '屏幕' is incorrect; the correct term is '屏幕' for 'screen.'
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Etymology of 屏
Phonosemantic compound. 户 represents the meaning and 并 represents the sound.
door
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Decomposition of 屏
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How to say (standing) screen in Chinese
“(standing) screen” in Chinese is屏
The character 屏 (bīng) primarily means 'screen' or 'shield,' referring to a physical barrier that can block or protect. It is commonly used in contexts involving technology, such as computer screens, or in more abstract terms like putting aside or rejecting something. Additionally, it can signify the act of holding one's breath or maintaining control over a situation.
When to use 屏
Be cautious not to confuse 屏 with similar-sounding characters, as it has distinct meanings. The character is more commonly used in informal contexts. Common collocations include '屏幕' (píngmù, screen) and '屏障' (píngzhàng, barrier).
屏 or something close to it
屏 (bīng) vs 盾 (dùn) — 屏 emphasizes a screen or barrier for blocking, while 盾 refers specifically to a shield used for protection.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 屏 with the character 平 (píng), which means 'flat' or 'even.' For example, using '平幕' instead of '屏幕' is incorrect; the correct term is '屏幕' for 'screen.'
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Grammar patterns of 屏
屏 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我____住呼吸沉入水底。
I held my breath and sank under the water.
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In technology, 屏 refers to 'screen,' such as in '屏幕' (píngmù), which means computer or phone screen.
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