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March 24, 2026
郸(鄲)dān(Dan1)
郸 (dān) refers to a specific geographical location, namely a county in Hebei province, China. This character is primarily used in administrative contexts or when discussing geographic regions within China, particularly when referring to local governance or demographics.
Strokes10Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The name 郸 reflects the rich history of local governance in China, where many places have names derived from historical events or figures. Hebei province is known for its historical significance in Chinese history, including its proximity to the capital region.
Memory Tip
Imagine a map of China with a pin dropped on Hebei province, which looks like a 'D' for 'district'. The character 郸 has a roof (阝) representing a location and a 'dan' (单) at the bottom, reminding you that this is a specific place where governance happens.
Meanings of 郸
dān(Dan1)
1a county in Hebei province
2name of a district in Hebei
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About 郸
郸Simplified
鄲Traditional
10Strokes
阝Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a map of China with a pin dropped on Hebei province, which looks like a 'D' for 'district'. The character 郸 has a roof (阝) representing a location and a 'dan' (单) at the bottom, reminding you that this is a specific place where governance happens.
Usage Notes
This character is primarily used in formal contexts related to geography or administrative divisions. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters. It is often used in phrases like '郸县' (Dānxiàn) to denote the county.
HSK Study Tips
While 郸 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding this character can enhance your comprehension of place names in Chinese. Students should focus on geographical terms and the structure of characters related to locations.
Cultural Note
The name 郸 reflects the rich history of local governance in China, where many places have names derived from historical events or figures. Hebei province is known for its historical significance in Chinese history, including its proximity to the capital region.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistake 郸 for similar-sounding characters like 单 (dān, single) or 但 (dàn, but). Remember that 郸 specifically refers to a geographical location, while the others have different meanings.
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Cultural Notes for 郸
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The name 郸 reflects the rich history of local governance in China, where many places have names derived from historical events or figures. Hebei province is known for its historical significance in Chinese history, including its proximity to the capital region.
Word Family of 郸
Words Containing This Character8
邯郸学步to copy the way they walk in Handan (idiom)邯鄲學步
邯郸also Handan county邯鄲
邯郸市Handan prefecture-level city in Hebei邯鄲市
郸城县Dancheng county in Zhoukou 周口[Zhōukǒu], Henan鄲城縣
郸dānname of a district in Hebei鄲
邯郸县Handan county in Handan 邯鄲|邯郸[Hándān], Hebei邯鄲縣
郸城Dancheng county in Zhoukou 周口[Zhōukǒu], Henan鄲城
邯郸地区Handan county (old name)邯鄲地區
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Frequently Asked Questions about 郸
郸 translates to 'Dan County' in English, which is a specific administrative area in Hebei.
郸 is pronounced as 'dān' with a first tone, which is a high-level tone.
No, 郸 is more commonly used in formal contexts, particularly when discussing geography.
