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March 24, 2026
锋(鋒)fēng(feng1)
The character 锋 (fēng) primarily refers to the edge or point of a weapon, such as a spear or tool. It can also denote the forefront or leading position in various contexts, such as in sports or military terminology, highlighting its connotation of sharpness and precision.
Strokes12Radical钅Frequency#11357DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese martial arts, the concept of '锋' is significant as it represents not only physical sharpness but also strategic advantage, embodying the idea of being at the forefront of a conflict or competition.
Memory Tip
Imagine a sharp spear with a glinting edge pointing forward; the '锋' (fēng) is what makes it deadly. The character is composed of the metal radical '金' (jīn) suggesting strength, combined with '尖' (jiān), which means sharp, emphasizing the character's meaning of a sharp edge.
Meanings of 锋
fēng(feng1)
1point of a spear
2edge of a tool
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About 锋
锋Simplified
鋒Traditional
12Strokes
钅Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#11357Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 锋
Quick Contrast
锋 (fēng) vs 刃 (rèn) — choose 锋 when emphasizing the edge or point of a weapon/tool, while 刃 specifically refers to the blade itself.
Usage Notes
When using 锋, be mindful of its contexts; it is often used in formal settings, especially when discussing military or competitive situations. Common collocations include '锋利' (fēnglì) meaning 'sharp' and '先锋' (xiānfēng) meaning 'vanguard'. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Though not included in the HSK vocabulary, 锋 connects to various HSK-level words related to tools and leadership, such as '领导' (lǐngdǎo). Focus on recognizing its usage in compound words to deepen your understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 锋 (fēng) with its homophones like 风 (fēng, meaning 'wind'). A common mistake is saying '锋' when they mean '风'; ensure context clarifies your meaning.
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2The sound half夆 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaymetal
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 锋?
Decomposition of 锋
IDS Structure⿰钅夆
锋Full Character
=
钅jin1
left
夆feng2
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 锋?
How to say point of a spear in Chinese
“point of a spear” in Chinese is锋fēng
The character 锋 (fēng) primarily refers to the edge or point of a weapon, such as a spear or tool. It can also denote the forefront or leading position in various contexts, such as in sports or military terminology, highlighting its connotation of sharpness and precision.
When to use 锋
When using 锋, be mindful of its contexts; it is often used in formal settings, especially when discussing military or competitive situations. Common collocations include '锋利' (fēnglì) meaning 'sharp' and '先锋' (xiānfēng) meaning 'vanguard'. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words.
锋 or something close to it
锋 (fēng) vs 刃 (rèn) — choose 锋 when emphasizing the edge or point of a weapon/tool, while 刃 specifically refers to the blade itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 锋 (fēng) with its homophones like 风 (fēng, meaning 'wind'). A common mistake is saying '锋' when they mean '风'; ensure context clarifies your meaning.
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锋
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Grammar Patterns of 锋
锋 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
双方将在12月16日再次交____以争夺进入四分之一决赛的席位。
The sides must battle again for a quarter-final place on December
