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March 24, 2026
錠dìng(ding4)
The character 錠 (dìng) primarily refers to a flat, solid piece of material, often made of metal, such as a tablet or an ingot. It can also denote a spindle, which is a rod used in spinning or weaving, emphasizing its practical applications in crafts and trades.
Strokes16Radical釒Frequency#70011DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, tablets (錠) are often used to refer to herbal medicines that are compressed into solid forms for easier consumption, showing the integration of this character into daily health practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heavy metal ingot shaped like a flat tablet. The character 錠 has a metal radical (金) on the left, representing its metallic nature. Picture this ingot spinning on a spindle, helping you remember both its form and its pronunciation (dìng).
Meanings of 錠
dìng(ding4)
1spindle, ingot; tablet, slab
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錠Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a heavy metal ingot shaped like a flat tablet. The character 錠 has a metal radical (金) on the left, representing its metallic nature. Picture this ingot spinning on a spindle, helping you remember both its form and its pronunciation (dìng).
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 錠 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. It's used more in formal contexts, especially related to materials or products. Be cautious with the fourth tone (dìng); mispronouncing it can change meanings.
HSK Study Tips
While 錠 is not in the HSK list, it connects with other characters related to metal (金) and flat objects. Focus on recognizing the radical and understanding its applications in various contexts to enhance vocabulary in manufacturing or crafting discussions.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, tablets (錠) are often used to refer to herbal medicines that are compressed into solid forms for easier consumption, showing the integration of this character into daily health practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 錠 with the character 定 (dìng), which means 'to fix' or 'to set.' An incorrect example is using 錠 in place of 定 in phrases like 'fixed price.' Always ensure you use the correct character for the intended meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 錠
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In traditional Chinese medicine, tablets (錠) are often used to refer to herbal medicines that are compressed into solid forms for easier consumption, showing the integration of this character into daily health practices.
Word Family of 錠
Words Containing This Character3
锭dìngingot錠
银锭silver ingot銀錠
纸锭paper ingots (burned as offerings to the dead)紙錠
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Frequently Asked Questions about 錠
It is pronounced as dìng, with a fourth tone.
It's more likely to be used in specific contexts related to materials or products rather than casual conversation.
