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March 24, 2026
啖dàn(dan4)
The character 啖 (dàn) primarily means 'to feed' or 'to eat'. It is often used in contexts involving feeding someone or something, as well as in expressions related to tasting or enticing with food. It conveys a sense of enjoyment in the act of eating or tasting.
Strokes11Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, sharing food is a significant way to show hospitality and strengthen social bonds, making the act of feeding (啖) a culturally rich concept.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person holding a large piece of food (the radical '口' for mouth) while trying to entice their friend to take a bite. The sound 'dàn' rhymes with 'dine,' reminding you of the act of eating together, which ties back to the meaning of the character.
Meanings of 啖
dàn(dan4)
1to feed; to eat; to chew, to bite; to entice
2to taste
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About 啖
啖Simplified
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口Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 啖
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person holding a large piece of food (the radical '口' for mouth) while trying to entice their friend to take a bite. The sound 'dàn' rhymes with 'dine,' reminding you of the act of eating together, which ties back to the meaning of the character.
Usage Notes
啖 is more commonly used in literary or formal contexts rather than casual conversation. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words like '单' (dān), which means 'single' or 'one'. Be aware of the tone when pronouncing 'dàn' to ensure clarity.
HSK Study Tips
Although 啖 is not listed in the HSK levels, it connects to HSK vocabulary related to food and eating, such as 吃 (chī, to eat) and 食物 (shíwù, food). Students should focus on using it in sentences that describe eating experiences.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, sharing food is a significant way to show hospitality and strengthen social bonds, making the act of feeding (啖) a culturally rich concept.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 啖 in informal settings, where simpler terms like 吃 (chī) would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我想啖饭' (wǒ xiǎng dàn fàn) is incorrect; instead, say '我想吃饭' (wǒ xiǎng chī fàn).
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Grammar Patterns of 啖
啖 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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那天晚上, 他们吃了一顿美味可口的煎蛋,星期五早上又饱____了一回.
They had a famous fried - egg feast that night, and another on Friday morning.
Example Sentences for 啖 (1)
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那天晚上, 他们吃了一顿美味可口的煎蛋,星期五早上又饱啖了一回.
nà tiān wǎn shàng, , tā mén chī le yī dùn měi wèi kě kǒu de jiān, dàn , xīng qī wǔ zǎo shàng yòu bǎo dàn le.
They had a famous fried - egg feast that night, and another on Friday morning.
Cultural Notes for 啖
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, sharing food is a significant way to show hospitality and strengthen social bonds, making the act of feeding (啖) a culturally rich concept.
Word Family of 啖
Words Containing This Character1
啖dànto eat
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 啖
No, 啖 is more often found in formal or literary contexts rather than everyday speech.
Yes, 啖 can refer to any food, but it is typically used in more specific contexts related to tasting or feeding.
