HSK 7, n, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #12043, Hard
榜
bǎng
list of names
HSK 7, n, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #12043, Hard
榜
bǎng
public roll of successful examinees
HSK 7, n, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #12043, Hard
榜
bǎng
placard, notice, announcement; a list of names
HSK 7, n, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #12043, Hard
bǎng(bang3) T3
1notice or announcement
2list of names
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March 24, 2026
榜bǎng(bang3)
The character 榜 (bǎng) refers to a public notice or announcement, often associated with lists of names, such as those of successful candidates in examinations. It is commonly used in educational contexts to denote success and recognition, as seen in '榜单' (bǎngdān), meaning a list or ranking. In everyday usage, it can also refer to any placard or notice that conveys information to the public.
Strokes14Radical木Frequency#12043DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 榜 is significant during examination periods, such as the Gaokao, where the results are publicly posted to honor successful students. This public recognition is an important aspect of the educational system and societal values.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large wooden board (the radical 木, meaning 'wood') displaying a list of names of exam winners. The character 榜 resembles a signboard (the top part) being held up by a wooden post (the radical), illustrating its meaning as a public announcement or list.
Meanings of 榜
bǎng(bang3)
1notice or announcement
2list of names
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About 榜
榜Simplified
14Strokes
木Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#12043Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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AI Study Notes for 榜
Quick Contrast
榜 (bǎng) vs 清单 (qīngdān) — use 榜 for public recognition or announcement lists, while 清单 refers specifically to itemized lists or inventories.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large wooden board (the radical 木, meaning 'wood') displaying a list of names of exam winners. The character 榜 resembles a signboard (the top part) being held up by a wooden post (the radical), illustrating its meaning as a public announcement or list.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 榜 with similar characters due to the pronunciation. It is essential to note that 榜 is primarily used in formal contexts, especially in education. Common collocations include '榜单' (bǎngdān) for 'list' and '榜样' (bǎngyàng) for 'model' or 'example.'
HSK Study Tips
While 榜 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it is relevant for learners at the advanced levels (HSK 5 and above) who encounter it in readings about education and societal achievements. Focus on recognizing its usage in context, especially in formal announcements.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 榜 is significant during examination periods, such as the Gaokao, where the results are publicly posted to honor successful students. This public recognition is an important aspect of the educational system and societal values.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is mispronouncing 榜 as 'bāng' instead of 'bǎng.' Additionally, learners may confuse it with similar characters, leading to incorrect meanings, such as using 榜 when referring to a simple notice, which could be better expressed with 通告 (tōnggào).
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Grammar Patterns of 榜
榜 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 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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一些公司已降低了宣传资料中标____之词的调门。
Some companies have toned down the claims on their promotional literature.
Example Sentences for 榜 (9)
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1
一些公司已降低了宣传资料中标榜之词的调门。
yī xiē gōng sī yǐ jiàng dī le xuān chuán zī liào zhōng biāo bǎng zhī cí de tiáo mén。
Some companies have toned down the claims on their promotional literature.
2
他是个模范的专业人士，是年轻人的榜样。
tā shì gè mó fàn de zhuān yè rén shì， ， shì nián qīng rén de bǎng。
He is a model professional and an example to the younger lads.
The oil company jousts with Esso for lead position in UK sales.
4
那位青年以本杰明·富兰克林为榜样.
nà wèi qīng nián yǐ běn jié míng· · fù lán kè lín wéi bǎng.
The youth patterned his life upon Benjamin Franklin.
5
加布丽埃勒上榜的速度比之前所有初次上榜歌手都要快。
jiā bù lì āi lè shàng bǎng de sù dù bǐ zhī qián suǒ yǒu chū cì shàng bǎng gē shǒu dū yào kuài。
Gabrielle entered this year's charts faster than any first-timer before her.
6
听说又一次落榜了, 她的心情阴晦到了极点.
tīng shuō yòu yī cì luò bǎng le, , tā de xīn qíng yīn huì dào le jí.
Hearing that she failed again, she is exceedingly gloomy.
7
那不勒斯队追平了AC米兰队，并列意大利联赛排行榜的榜首。
nà bù lè sī duì zhuī píng leAC AC mǐ lán， duì ， bìng liè yì dà lì lián sài pái háng bǎng de。
Napoli have drawn level with AC Milan at the top of the Italian league.
8
那首歌已有好几周都上了流行榜.
nà shǒu gē yǐ yǒu hǎo jī zhōu dū shàng le liú háng bǎng.
That song has been in the charts for weeks.
9
这个青年以本杰明·富兰克林作为自己生活的榜样.
zhè gè qīng nián yǐ běn jié míng· · fù lán kè lín zuò wéi zì jǐ shēng huó de bǎng.
The youth patterned his life on Benjamin Franklin 's.
Cultural Notes for 榜
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 榜 is significant during examination periods, such as the Gaokao, where the results are publicly posted to honor successful students. This public recognition is an important aspect of the educational system and societal values.
Word Family of 榜
Words Containing This Character13
榜bǎnglist of names
榜样bǎngyàngexample榜樣
榜首top of the list
排行榜páihángbǎngtable of ranking
上榜to make the list
标榜biāobǎngto flaunt標榜
落榜to flunk
金榜roll of honor
光荣榜honor roll光榮榜
金榜题名to win top marks in the imperial examinations金榜題名
榜眼leading light
发榜to publish a roll-call of successful candidates發榜
出榜to publish class list of successful exam candidates
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 榜
榜 is commonly used in educational contexts, especially to refer to lists of successful candidates or announcements related to achievements.
Generally, 榜 is used in more formal or written contexts rather than casual conversation.
You can associate 榜 (bǎng) with 'bark' to help recall its pronunciation, as it sounds similar and relates to announcements being made.
