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March 24, 2026
帐(帳)zhàng(zhang4)
The character 帐 (zhàng) primarily refers to a covering or shelter, such as a tent or canopy. It can also denote an account in financial contexts, relating to debts or credits. This dual meaning makes it versatile in both everyday and formal conversations, especially in discussing accommodations or financial matters.
Strokes7Radical巾Frequency#1392DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, tents (帐) are often used during festivals or outdoor gatherings, representing hospitality and community. This practice is still seen in modern outdoor events and celebrations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large tent (帐) where people gather to share stories about their debts (zhàng). The character has a roof-like structure at the top, reminding you of a canopy that provides shelter, while the bottom part resembles a base supporting the structure.
Meanings of 帐
zhàng(zhang4)
1covering veil
2canopy
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About 帐
帐Simplified
帳Traditional
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巾Radical
量词liàngcímeasure word (mw.)Part of Speech
#1392Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 帐
Quick Contrast
帐 (zhàng) vs 幕 (mù) — choose 帐 when referring to a tent or shelter specifically, while 幕 refers more generally to a curtain or drape.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large tent (帐) where people gather to share stories about their debts (zhàng). The character has a roof-like structure at the top, reminding you of a canopy that provides shelter, while the bottom part resembles a base supporting the structure.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 帐 (zhàng) with other similar-sounding words, especially 账 (zhàng), which is more commonly used in financial contexts. This word can be used in both formal and informal settings, but when discussing financial matters, ensure clarity to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 帐 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to common HSK level words about finance and shelter. Students should focus on context-based learning and practice using it alongside other financial terms like 账 (zhàng) to reinforce understanding.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, tents (帐) are often used during festivals or outdoor gatherings, representing hospitality and community. This practice is still seen in modern outdoor events and celebrations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 帐 with 账 due to similar pronunciation and meanings. For example, saying '我有很多帐' (wǒ yǒu hěn duō zhàng) when they mean 'I have many debts' should be corrected to '我有很多账'.
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Grammar Patterns of 帐
帐 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
I threw aside my mosquito net and jumped out of bed.
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医院旁搭起了帐篷以安置容纳不下的人员。
yī yuàn páng dā qǐ le zhàng péng yǐ ān zhì róng nà bù xià de rén yuán。
Tents have been set up next to hospitals to handle the overflow.
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一些小东西在帐篷四周的草丛里窸窸窣窣地动着。
yī xiē xiǎo dōng xī zài zhàng péng sì zhōu de cǎo cóng lǐ xī xī sū sū dì dòng zháo。
Small things stirred in the grass around the tent.
10
这里有一张应付 七十五 元几分的帐单.
zhè lǐ yǒu yī zhāng yīng fù qī shí wǔ yuán jī fēn de.
There is an unpaid bill of seventy - five dollars and some cents.
Cultural Notes for 帐
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, tents (帐) are often used during festivals or outdoor gatherings, representing hospitality and community. This practice is still seen in modern outdoor events and celebrations.
Word Family of 帐
Words Containing This Character7
帐zhàngcanopy帳
帐篷zhàngpengtent帳篷
蚊帐wénzhàngmosquito net蚊帳
营帐tent營帳
帐幕tent帳幕
帐子zhàngzimosquito net帳子
帐幔curtain帳幔
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Compound Meaning
What does 帐 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 帐
It is pronounced as 'zhàng', with a falling tone.
Yes, 帐 can refer to accounts or debts, often interchangeably with 账.
Common phrases include '帐篷' (zhàngpéng for tent) and '帐户' (zhànghù for account).
