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陪葬péizàngto be buried with or next to dead person (of deceased's partner, or of funerary objects)HSK 7, unknown, 22 strokes, rank #17015, Very Hard
péizàng(pei2zang4)pei zang T2
  1. 1to be buried with or next to dead person (of deceased's partner, or of funerary objects)
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March 24, 2026

陪葬péizàng(pei2zang4)

陪葬 (pei2 zang4) refers to the practice of being buried alongside or with a deceased person. This term is often used in the context of ancient Chinese burial customs, where items or even living beings were interred to accompany the dead into the afterlife. It highlights the importance of companionship and the belief in an afterlife in Chinese culture.

Strokes22Frequency#17015DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

The practice of 陪葬 is deeply rooted in Chinese history, particularly during the Qin Dynasty, where emperors were often buried with their servants and treasures to accompany them in the afterlife. This reflects the importance of status and companionship even in death.

Memory tip

Imagine a pair of socks (陪) that are always together (葬), even in death. The character 陪 (pei) looks like two people standing side by side, representing companionship, while 葬 (zang) has a grave-like appearance, reminding you of burial. Together, they create a vivid image of being together even in the afterlife.

Meanings of 陪葬

péizàng(pei2zang4)
1to be buried with or next to dead person (of deceased's partner, or of funerary objects)
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陪葬Simplified
22Strokes
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Be careful to use 陪葬 in contexts related to funerals or historical practices. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so avoid using it in informal settings. Misusing it in a light-hearted context could come off as disrespectful.

HSK Study Tips

While 陪葬 is not part of the HSK curriculum, it connects to broader themes of life, death, and cultural practices. Students should focus on understanding how this term relates to other vocabulary about funerals and beliefs surrounding death in Chinese culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 陪葬 with related terms like 陪伴 (pei2 ban4), which means 'to accompany' in a living context. It's essential to note the cultural implications of 陪葬 to avoid using it inappropriately.

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Component characters

陪péito accompany
HSK 410 strokes阝
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葬zàngto bury, to inter
HSK 712 strokes艹
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How to say to be buried with or next to dead person (of deceased's partner, or of funerary objects) in Chinese

“to be buried with or next to dead person (of deceased's partner, or of funerary objects)” in Chinese is陪葬péizàng

陪葬 (pei2 zang4) refers to the practice of being buried alongside or with a deceased person. This term is often used in the context of ancient Chinese burial customs, where items or even living beings were interred to accompany the dead into the afterlife. It highlights the importance of companionship and the belief in an afterlife in Chinese culture.

When to use 陪葬

Be careful to use 陪葬 in contexts related to funerals or historical practices. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so avoid using it in informal settings. Misusing it in a light-hearted context could come off as disrespectful.

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Learners might confuse 陪葬 with related terms like 陪伴 (pei2 ban4), which means 'to accompany' in a living context. It's essential to note the cultural implications of 陪葬 to avoid using it inappropriately.

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It refers to the act of being buried with a deceased person, often including funerary objects.

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