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March 24, 2026
汾fén(fen2)
汾 (fén) refers specifically to the Fen River, which is located in Shanxi province, China. It is significant in both geographical and cultural contexts as it flows through an area rich in history and natural beauty. The river is often mentioned in literary works and is a symbol of the region.
Strokes7Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The Fen River has played a vital role in the development of Shanxi province, influencing local agriculture and trade throughout history. It is often celebrated in poetry and is an important cultural landmark for the region's inhabitants.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 汾 (fén) as depicting water (水) flowing through the land (土). Imagine the Fen River, which carries stories and historical events along its banks, helping you to remember 'fén' as the river's name.
Meanings of 汾
fén(fen2)
1a river in Shanxi province
2name of a river
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About 汾
汾Simplified
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地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 汾 (fén) as depicting water (水) flowing through the land (土). Imagine the Fen River, which carries stories and historical events along its banks, helping you to remember 'fén' as the river's name.
Usage Notes
汾 is typically used in formal contexts, such as geographical discussions or historical texts. Common collocations include 汾河 (Fen River) and phrases related to the river's significance. Be careful with the tone; 'fén' has a rising tone that can be confused with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
While 汾 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to geographical terms that are essential for higher-level learners. Pay attention to context clues when reading texts that mention rivers or locations in China.
Cultural Note
The Fen River has played a vital role in the development of Shanxi province, influencing local agriculture and trade throughout history. It is often celebrated in poetry and is an important cultural landmark for the region's inhabitants.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 汾 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage in sentences. For example, using '分' (fēn) instead of '汾' when discussing the river would be incorrect; always remember 'fén' for the Fen River.
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Cultural Notes for 汾
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The Fen River has played a vital role in the development of Shanxi province, influencing local agriculture and trade throughout history. It is often celebrated in poetry and is an important cultural landmark for the region's inhabitants.
Word Family of 汾
Words Containing This Character12
汾fénname of a river
临汾Linfen prefecture-level city in Shanxi 山西臨汾
临汾市Linfen prefecture-level city in Shanxi 山西臨汾市
汾酒Fenjiu (sorghum-based Chinese liquor)
汾河Fen River
汾阳Fenyang county level city in Lüliang 呂梁|吕梁[Lǚliáng], Shanxi 山西汾陽
襄汾县Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi襄汾縣
汾阳市Fenyang county level city in Lüliang 呂梁|吕梁[Lǚliáng], Shanxi 山西汾陽市
汾西县Fengxi county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi汾西縣
汾西Fengxi county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi
襄汾Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi
临汾地区Linfen prefecture in Shanxi臨汾地區
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Frequently Asked Questions about 汾
汾 refers to the Fen River in Shanxi province, a significant geographical feature.
汾 is less common in everyday conversation but appears frequently in historical and regional contexts.
