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March 24, 2026
后备箱(後備箱)hòubèixiāng(hou4bei4xiang1)
后备箱 refers to the trunk or boot of a car, the enclosed space at the rear used for storage. It is commonly used in conversations about travel, transportation, and vehicle features, often in practical contexts related to packing or organizing items in a car.
Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, cars have become increasingly important as symbols of status and convenience, making the trunk an essential feature for family outings and road trips, where packing efficiently is valued.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'backup' (后备) storage box (箱) in the back of your car. The character '后' (hou4) means 'back', '备' (bei4) suggests 'backup', and '箱' (xiang1) means 'box'. Picture a large box behind the car, filled with supplies for your journey.
Meanings of 后备箱
hòubèixiāng(hou4bei4xiang1)
1trunk
2boot (of a car)
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About 后备箱
后备箱Simplified
後備箱Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 后备箱
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'backup' (后备) storage box (箱) in the back of your car. The character '后' (hou4) means 'back', '备' (bei4) suggests 'backup', and '箱' (xiang1) means 'box'. Picture a large box behind the car, filled with supplies for your journey.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 备 (bei4) with similar-sounding characters. In casual conversation, it's common to hear people simply refer to it as '箱' (xiang1) when discussing the trunk. Be mindful of the tones to avoid misunderstandings; for example, '备' (bei4) vs. '杯' (bei1, cup).
HSK Study Tips
While 后备箱 is not specifically included in HSK vocabulary lists, understanding vehicle-related terms is essential at HSK 3-4 levels. Focus on recognizing related terms like 车 (che1, car) and 行李 (xing2 li, luggage) to build a broader automotive vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, cars have become increasingly important as symbols of status and convenience, making the trunk an essential feature for family outings and road trips, where packing efficiently is valued.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly say '后备' (hou4 bei4) instead of '后备箱' (hou4 bei4 xiang1) when they mean the trunk. Always remember to include '箱' to specify it is a box or trunk.
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Cultural Notes for 后备箱
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In Chinese culture, cars have become increasingly important as symbols of status and convenience, making the trunk an essential feature for family outings and road trips, where packing efficiently is valued.
Frequently Asked Questions about 后备箱
You can say '请打开后备箱' (Qǐng dǎkāi hòubèixiāng).
You can simply refer to it as '箱' (xiāng) in informal settings.
Yes, '行李箱' (xínglǐxiāng) can also refer to a trunk but more specifically means 'luggage compartment'.
