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榀pǐnclassifier for roof beams and trussesunknown, 13 strokes, radical 木
pǐn(pin3)pin T3
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March 24, 2026

榀pǐn(pin3)

The character 榀 (pǐn) is a classifier used specifically for roof beams and trusses in construction. It is a technical term often encountered in architectural or engineering contexts when discussing the structural elements of buildings.

Strokes13Radical木
Cultural note

In Chinese traditional architecture, roof beams are crucial for structural stability and often reflect cultural aesthetics, showcasing intricate designs that symbolize harmony and strength.

Memory tip

Imagine a giant 'pin' holding up a wooden roof beam. The '木' (wood) radical in 榀 reminds you that it relates to wooden structures, and the '品' (pǐn) sounds like 'pin,' which helps you recall its function as a support.

Meanings of 榀

pǐn(pin3)
1classifier for roof beams and trusses
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榀Simplified
13Strokes
木Radical
量词liàngcímeasure word (mw.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is mainly used in formal contexts related to construction and architecture, so avoid using it in everyday conversation. A common mistake is to use it interchangeably with general classifiers like '个' (gè), which is not appropriate here.

HSK Study Tips

Although 榀 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding this term can enhance your grasp of specialized vocabulary in the construction field. Focus on related terms like beams (梁, liáng) and roofs (屋顶, wū dǐng) to build context.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 榀 with more general classifiers like '个' (gè), which is incorrect. Instead, use 榀 specifically when referring to roof beams. For example, saying '一个榀' is wrong; it should be '一榀' (yī pǐn).

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Etymology of 榀

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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wood

Semantic (meaning)木
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Phonetic (sound)品
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Origin

榀 = 木 + 品. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 榀

IDS Structure⿰木品
榀Full character
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木Mu4
left
品pin3
right
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How to say classifier for roof beams and trusses in Chinese

“classifier for roof beams and trusses” in Chinese is榀pǐn

The character 榀 (pǐn) is a classifier used specifically for roof beams and trusses in construction. It is a technical term often encountered in architectural or engineering contexts when discussing the structural elements of buildings.

When to use 榀

This term is mainly used in formal contexts related to construction and architecture, so avoid using it in everyday conversation. A common mistake is to use it interchangeably with general classifiers like '个' (gè), which is not appropriate here.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 榀 with more general classifiers like '个' (gè), which is incorrect. Instead, use 榀 specifically when referring to roof beams. For example, saying '一个榀' is wrong; it should be '一榀' (yī pǐn).

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