The character 碥 (biǎn) refers to a type of stone or rock that is smooth and flat, often used in the context of natural landscapes. It is not commonly used in daily conversation but may appear in literary or poetic contexts when describing scenery or geological formations.
14 strokes, radical 石, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
碥()biǎn(bian3)
The character 碥 (biǎn) refers to a type of stone or rock that is smooth and flat, often used in the context of natural landscapes. It is not commonly used in daily conversation but may appear in literary or poetic contexts when describing scenery or geological formations.
Strokes14Radical石Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, stones often symbolize endurance and stability, and descriptions of landscapes featuring stones can evoke deep emotional responses in poetry and art.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flat, smooth stone lying by a serene lake. The sound of 'biǎn' is similar to 'beyond,' where this stone is 'beyond' just ordinary; it represents beauty in nature. The character's radical '石' (stone) reinforces its meaning, reminding you it's about rocks.
About 碥
碥Simplified
Traditional
14Strokes
石Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 碥
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flat, smooth stone lying by a serene lake. The sound of 'biǎn' is similar to 'beyond,' where this stone is 'beyond' just ordinary; it represents beauty in nature. The character's radical '石' (stone) reinforces its meaning, reminding you it's about rocks.
Usage Notes
Since 碥 is not frequently used, learners may encounter it mainly in written texts. Be mindful of its pronunciation; the tone is important for clarity. It’s best to use this word in a poetic or descriptive context, avoiding casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 碥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be related to other characters involving stones and landscapes. Students should focus on the radical '石' to connect with other stone-related words they learn.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, stones often symbolize endurance and stability, and descriptions of landscapes featuring stones can evoke deep emotional responses in poetry and art.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 碥 with other stone-related characters like 石 (shí). For example, saying '我喜欢碥的山' (Wǒ xǐhuān biǎn de shān) incorrectly implies a preference for a specific 'stone' instead of saying '我喜欢石头的山' (Wǒ xǐhuān shítou de shān) for 'I like rocky mountains.'
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Cultural Notes for 碥
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, stones often symbolize endurance and stability, and descriptions of landscapes featuring stones can evoke deep emotional responses in poetry and art.
Frequently Asked Questions about 碥
No, 碥 is more likely to be found in literary or poetic contexts rather than in daily conversation.
It is pronounced as 'biǎn' with the third tone.
It symbolizes the beauty and stability of nature in poetic expressions.
