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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
奖牌jiǎngpáimedal (awarded as a prize)HSK 6, unknown, 21 strokes, rank #14117, Hard
jiǎngpái(jiang3pai2)jiang pai T3
  1. 1medal (awarded as a prize)
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March 24, 2026

奖牌(獎牌)jiǎngpái(jiang3pai2)

奖牌 (jiǎngpái) refers to a medal awarded as a prize for achievement, often in sports or competitions. It signifies recognition of excellence and can be a symbol of honor and accomplishment.

Strokes21Frequency#14117DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, receiving a 奖牌 is a source of great pride and is often celebrated in schools and sports events, highlighting the importance of achievement and hard work.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'jiang' (奖) who is a 'prize' winner with a shiny 'pai' (牌) medal around their neck. The character combines '奖' (prize) and '牌' (plate or card), resembling the concept of a prized plate that you earn through hard work.

Meanings of 奖牌

jiǎngpái(jiang3pai2)
1medal (awarded as a prize)
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About 奖牌

奖牌Simplified
獎牌Traditional
21Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

奖杯 (jiǎngbēi) vs 奖牌 (jiǎngpái): choose 奖牌 when referring specifically to a medal, while 奖杯 typically refers to a trophy.

Usage Notes

In formal contexts, '奖牌' is often used during award ceremonies or competitions. Be careful not to confuse it with '奖品' (prize), which can refer to any award, not just medals. The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While '奖牌' is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with HSK level 3 words like '奖' (to award) and '比赛' (competition). Focus on the context of sports and awards to better remember this term.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly say '奖品' (prize) when they mean '奖牌' (medal). Be clear that '奖牌' specifically refers to medals, while '奖品' can refer to any type of prize.

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Component characters

奖jiǎngprize
HSK 49 strokes大
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牌páimahjong tile
HSK 412 strokes片
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How to say medal (awarded as a prize) in Chinese

“medal (awarded as a prize)” in Chinese is奖牌jiǎngpái

奖牌 (jiǎngpái) refers to a medal awarded as a prize for achievement, often in sports or competitions. It signifies recognition of excellence and can be a symbol of honor and accomplishment.

When to use 奖牌

In formal contexts, '奖牌' is often used during award ceremonies or competitions. Be careful not to confuse it with '奖品' (prize), which can refer to any award, not just medals. The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.

奖牌 or something close to it

奖杯 (jiǎngbēi) vs 奖牌 (jiǎngpái): choose 奖牌 when referring specifically to a medal, while 奖杯 typically refers to a trophy.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly say '奖品' (prize) when they mean '奖牌' (medal). Be clear that '奖牌' specifically refers to medals, while '奖品' can refer to any type of prize.

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Cultural Notes for 奖牌

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The concept of awarding medals in competitions is similar in Western cultures, but the emphasis on collective achievements in Chinese culture can be more pronounced than in some Western contexts.

Frequently asked questions about 奖牌

It means 'medal' in English, typically awarded for achievements.

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