unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #89671, Very Hard
bǎn(ban3) T3
1metal plate; sheet metal
2sheet of metal
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March 24, 2026
钣(鈑)bǎn(ban3)
The character 钣 (bǎn) refers to a thin sheet or plate of metal, commonly used in industrial and construction contexts. It is often associated with metalworking and fabrication, where such plates are used for various applications, including machinery, vehicles, and structures.
Strokes9Radical钅Frequency#89671DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese manufacturing, sheet metal is a crucial component in the production of vehicles and appliances, reflecting China's rapid industrialization and technological advancements.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flat metal board being used to create a sturdy roof. The character 钣 consists of the radical 钅, which means metal, and a character that resembles a flat surface. Picture a 'ban' (pronounced 'bǎn') of metal being hammered flat—this can help you remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 钣
bǎn(ban3)
1metal plate; sheet metal
2sheet of metal
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About 钣
钣Simplified
鈑Traditional
9Strokes
钅Radical
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AI Study Notes for 钣
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flat metal board being used to create a sturdy roof. The character 钣 consists of the radical 钅, which means metal, and a character that resembles a flat surface. Picture a 'ban' (pronounced 'bǎn') of metal being hammered flat—this can help you remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 钣 with similar characters like 板 (bǎn), which means 'board' or 'plank.' While both can refer to flat surfaces, 钣 specifically refers to metal. Use this character in formal contexts related to engineering or manufacturing.
HSK Study Tips
Although 钣 is not on the HSK list, it connects with HSK vocabulary related to materials and construction, such as 金属 (jīnshǔ, metal) and 板 (bǎn, board). Focus on understanding the context in which 钣 is used within technical discussions.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese manufacturing, sheet metal is a crucial component in the production of vehicles and appliances, reflecting China's rapid industrialization and technological advancements.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 钣 when they mean 板 (bǎn). For example, saying '我需要一块钣来修这个屋顶' (I need a piece of metal plate to repair this roof) instead of '我需要一块板来修这个屋顶' (I need a piece of board to repair this roof) is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 钣
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In modern Chinese manufacturing, sheet metal is a crucial component in the production of vehicles and appliances, reflecting China's rapid industrialization and technological advancements.
Word Family of 钣
Words Containing This Character1
钣bǎnmetal plate鈑
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Compound Meaning
What does 钣 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 钣
You might see 钣 in contexts involving construction or automotive industries, such as metalworking shops or factories.
No, 钣 is more technical and is used primarily in specialized fields like engineering or manufacturing.
