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磉sǎngplinth, stone basex, 15 strokes, radical 石
磉sǎngstone plinthunknown, 15 strokes, radical 石
sǎng(sang3)sang T3
  1. 1plinth, stone base
  2. 2stone plinth
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March 24, 2026

磉sǎng(sang3)

The character 磉 (sǎng) refers to a stone base or plinth, which is often used as a foundation for various structures or statues. It indicates a strong, solid support made of stone, commonly found in architectural contexts. This term is not frequently used in everyday conversation but is relevant in specific discussions about construction or art.

Strokes15Radical石
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese architecture, stone bases or plinths are often used in temples and important buildings to symbolize stability and permanence, reflecting the cultural significance of strong foundations.

Memory tip

Imagine a strong stone plinth standing tall, supporting a grand statue. The character 磉 has the radical for stone (石) on the left, reminding you that it is related to stone structures. Visualize the 's' in 'sǎng' as the sound of stone being gently struck, emphasizing its solid nature.

Meanings of 磉

sǎng(sang3)
1plinth, stone base
2stone plinth
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About 磉

磉Simplified
15Strokes
石Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 磉 with other stone-related characters. This word is more formal and technical, so it's best used in architectural discussions rather than casual conversation. Be careful with the third tone 'sǎng' to avoid mixing it with similar-sounding terms.

HSK Study Tips

As 磉 is not included in the HSK levels, focus on understanding its components, particularly the stone radical (石), which appears in many other words related to stone, like 石头 (shítou, stone). This can help expand your vocabulary related to materials and construction.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 磉 when referring to other types of bases, such as wooden or metal bases. For example, saying '木磉' (wooden plinth) is incorrect; use '木基座' (wooden base) instead.

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Etymology of 磉

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory hint

stone

Semantic (meaning)石
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Phonetic (sound)桑
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Origin

磉 = 石 + 桑. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 磉

IDS Structure⿰石桑
磉Full character
=
石dan4
left
桑Sang1
right
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How to say plinth, stone base in Chinese

“plinth, stone base” in Chinese is磉sǎng

The character 磉 (sǎng) refers to a stone base or plinth, which is often used as a foundation for various structures or statues. It indicates a strong, solid support made of stone, commonly found in architectural contexts. This term is not frequently used in everyday conversation but is relevant in specific discussions about construction or art.

When to use 磉

Learners often confuse 磉 with other stone-related characters. This word is more formal and technical, so it's best used in architectural discussions rather than casual conversation. Be careful with the third tone 'sǎng' to avoid mixing it with similar-sounding terms.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 磉 when referring to other types of bases, such as wooden or metal bases. For example, saying '木磉' (wooden plinth) is incorrect; use '木基座' (wooden base) instead.

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Word Family of 磉

Words containing this character1
磉sǎngstone plinth

Frequently asked questions about 磉

It means a stone base or plinth, typically used in construction or to support statues.

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