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町
dīng
a raised path between fields
nr, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
dīng
(used in place names)
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
dīng
raised path between fields
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tǐng
a raised path between fields
nr, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tǐng
(used in place names)
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tǐng
raised path between fields
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tīng
a raised path between fields
nr, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tīng
(used in place names)
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
町
tīng
raised path between fields
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 田, rank #14533, Very Hard
tīng(ting1)ting
primary
T1
1a raised path between fields
2(used in place names)
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March 24, 2026
町tīng(ting1)
The character 町 (tīng) refers to a raised path or road that is commonly found between fields, often used in rural areas. Additionally, it is frequently employed in place names, indicating a geographical location. The term conveys a sense of connectivity in agricultural landscapes.
Strokes7Radical田Frequency#14533DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
The use of 町 in place names reflects China's agricultural heritage, where such paths were essential for transporting goods and accessing fields. This character embodies the connection between community and agriculture in traditional Chinese society.
Memory tip
Imagine a farmer walking along a raised path (町) between his fields, ensuring his crops are safe from flooding. The character's horizontal line represents the path, while the vertical elements symbolize the crops on either side, helping you remember both its form and meaning.
Meanings of 町
tīng(ting1)
primary
1a raised path between fields
2(used in place names)
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About 町
町Simplified
7Strokes
田Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 町 (tīng) with similar-sounding characters, as this can lead to misunderstandings. It is primarily used in written Chinese, and while it can appear in formal contexts, understanding its usage in place names is crucial for conversational fluency.
HSK Study Tips
Although 町 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it can be beneficial for learners at the HSK 3 level and above to recognize its usage in place names. Focus on understanding context by exploring sentences that include this character in rural settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 町 (tīng) with 城 (chéng), which means 'city,' leading to incorrect interpretations in geographical contexts. Remember, 町 relates to rural paths, while 城 refers to urban areas.
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町 = 田 + 丁. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 町
IDS Structure⿰田丁
町Full character
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田Tian2
left
丁Ding1
right
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How to say a raised path between fields in Chinese
“a raised path between fields” in Chinese is町dīng
The character 町 (tīng) refers to a raised path or road that is commonly found between fields, often used in rural areas. Additionally, it is frequently employed in place names, indicating a geographical location. The term conveys a sense of connectivity in agricultural landscapes.
When to use 町
Be cautious not to confuse 町 (tīng) with similar-sounding characters, as this can lead to misunderstandings. It is primarily used in written Chinese, and while it can appear in formal contexts, understanding its usage in place names is crucial for conversational fluency.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 町 (tīng) with 城 (chéng), which means 'city,' leading to incorrect interpretations in geographical contexts. Remember, 町 relates to rural paths, while 城 refers to urban areas.
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Word Family of 町
Words containing this character4
町tīng(used in place names)
畹町Wanding town Dehong Dai and Jingpo autonomous prefecture 德宏傣族景頗族自治州|德宏傣族景颇族自治州, Yunnan, on border with Myanmar (Burma)
畹町市Wanding town Dehong Dai and Jingpo autonomous prefecture 德宏傣族景頗族自治州|德宏傣族景颇族自治州, Yunnan, on border with Myanmar (Burma)
室町Muromachi bakufu, the feudal government of Japan (1338-1573) under the Ashikaga shoguns
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Frequently asked questions about 町
It translates to a raised path between fields, often used in place names.
It is pronounced as 'tīng'.
Yes, while it is more commonly found in rural settings and place names, it can still be relevant in discussions about agriculture.
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