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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
样本yàngběnsampleHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #3177, Very Hard
样本yàngběnspecimenHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #3177, Very Hard
yàngběn(yang4ben3)yang ben T4
  1. 1sample
  2. 2specimen
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March 24, 2026

样本(樣本)yàngběn(yang4ben3)

样本 (yàngběn) refers to a sample or specimen that represents a larger group or category. It is commonly used in scientific, statistical, and research contexts where a small portion is examined to infer characteristics about the whole.

Strokes15Frequency#3177DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese research and academic settings, the choice of a样本 is crucial, as it reflects the validity of the findings. This emphasis on sampling is seen in many traditional Chinese practices, like medicine, where a small herb sample is used to assess the overall quality.

Memory Tip

Think of '样' (yàng) as a 'yang' with a specific shape, and '本' (běn) as the 'base' or 'root.' Visualize a scientist holding a 'yang' shaped sample at the 'root' of a plant to study its characteristics.

Meanings of 样本

yàngběn(yang4ben3)
1sample
2specimen
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样本Simplified
樣本Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

样品 (yàngpǐn) refers to a sample or product for testing or demonstration, whereas 样本 (yàngběn) is more about representation in research or statistics.

Usage Notes

Be careful to use 样本 in contexts of research or testing; using it casually may lead to misunderstandings. It's commonly paired with words like '调查' (diàochá, investigation) or '数据' (shùjù, data) to specify the context.

HSK Study Tips

Although not an HSK word, 样本 can be related to HSK vocabulary around topics of research and data analysis. Focus on understanding its usage in scientific contexts to expand your vocabulary related to studies and experiments.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 样本 with 样式 (yàngshì, style) due to similar pronunciation. Remember, 样本 specifically refers to a sample, while 样式 relates to the style or design of something.

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Component Characters

样yàngmanner
HSK 610 strokes木
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本běnroots or stems of plants
HSK 15 strokes木
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How to say sample in Chinese

“sample” in Chinese is样本yàngběn

样本 (yàngběn) refers to a sample or specimen that represents a larger group or category. It is commonly used in scientific, statistical, and research contexts where a small portion is examined to infer characteristics about the whole.

When to use 样本

Be careful to use 样本 in contexts of research or testing; using it casually may lead to misunderstandings. It's commonly paired with words like '调查' (diàochá, investigation) or '数据' (shùjù, data) to specify the context.

样本 or something close to it

样品 (yàngpǐn) refers to a sample or product for testing or demonstration, whereas 样本 (yàngběn) is more about representation in research or statistics.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 样本 with 样式 (yàngshì, style) due to similar pronunciation. Remember, 样本 specifically refers to a sample, while 样式 relates to the style or design of something.

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样本 (yàngběn) refers specifically to a sample used for analysis, while 示例 (shìlì) means an example or illustration.

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