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March 24, 2026
澶chán(chan2)
The character 澶 (chán) refers to still water, conveying a sense of tranquility and placidity. It is often used in poetic or literary contexts to evoke calmness or peacefulness associated with water that remains undisturbed.
Strokes16Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, still water is often used as a metaphor for inner peace and reflection, highlighting its significance in traditional Chinese aesthetics and philosophy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a serene lake where the water is completely still, reflecting the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The character 澶 has the radical 水 (water) on the left, reminding you that it relates to water, while the right part suggests a calm and smooth surface.
Meanings of 澶
chán(chan2)
1still water; tranquil, placid
2still (as of water)
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澶Simplified
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氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a serene lake where the water is completely still, reflecting the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The character 澶 has the radical 水 (water) on the left, reminding you that it relates to water, while the right part suggests a calm and smooth surface.
Usage Notes
澶 is typically used in more formal or literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation. It might be confused with similar-sounding words, so pay attention to tone and context to avoid mixing it up with other terms related to water.
HSK Study Tips
Although 澶 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to other water-related characters that learners may encounter. Focus on the radicals and their meanings to better understand compound words that include 澶.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, still water is often used as a metaphor for inner peace and reflection, highlighting its significance in traditional Chinese aesthetics and philosophy.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 澶 with similar characters that also relate to water, such as 江 (jiāng) which means 'river'. Make sure to remember that 澶 specifically refers to still water, not flowing water.
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Cultural Notes for 澶
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In Chinese poetry, still water is often used as a metaphor for inner peace and reflection, highlighting its significance in traditional Chinese aesthetics and philosophy.
Word Family of 澶
Words Containing This Character1
澶chánstill water
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Compound Meaning
What does 澶 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 澶
澶 (chán) is often found in classical Chinese literature, but specific phrases may not be common in modern usage.
澶 is pronounced with a rising tone, similar to saying 'chan' but letting your voice rise at the end.
No, 澶 is more often found in poetic contexts or literary works rather than in daily speech.
