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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#1392DifficultyMedium
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
7Strokes
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.
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.
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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帐 = 巾 + 长. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 帐
IDS Structure⿰巾长
帐Full Character
=
巾jin1
left
长chang2
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 帐?
How to say covering veil in Chinese
“covering veil” in Chinese is帐zhàng
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.
When to use 帐
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.
帐 or something close to it
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.
What learners get wrong
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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帐
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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 5 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.
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