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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
廒áogranaryg, 13 strokes, radical 广
áo(ao2)ao T2
  1. 1granary
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March 24, 2026

廒áo(ao2)

The character 廒 (áo) refers to a granary or a storage place for grains. It is commonly used in agricultural contexts, particularly when discussing the storage of harvested crops. This term may also appear in historical texts related to farming and food preservation.

Strokes13Radical广
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese society, granaries were vital for food security, especially during harvest seasons. The practice of storing grains has been crucial in ensuring that communities can withstand lean periods, reflecting the value of agriculture in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large barn (the structure of 廒) where farmers store their grains. The character features the radical for building (广), indicating a structure, combined with the idea of 'holding' grains (the top part resembles a roof protecting what's inside). Think of 'áo' as a cozy home for grain, where it stays safe until needed.

Meanings of 廒

áo(ao2)
1granary
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About 廒

廒Simplified
13Strokes
广Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 廒 with similar-sounding characters or using it in contexts unrelated to agriculture. It's generally used in formal contexts related to farming or historical discussions. Be cautious with the tone; 'áo' has a rising tone which can be confused with other tones, changing the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 廒 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can deepen your knowledge of agricultural terms at a higher level. Focus on related words such as 谷仓 (gǔcāng - granary) to build your vocabulary around food storage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 廒 with other characters that sound similar, such as 餓 (è - hungry). For example, saying '我在廒' (wǒ zài áo - I am at the granary) when they meant to convey a feeling of hunger is incorrect; the sentence should reflect the correct usage in context.

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Etymology of 廒

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

building

Semantic (meaning)广
+
Phonetic (sound)敖
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Origin

廒 = 广 + 敖. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 廒

IDS Structure⿸广敖
廒Full Character
=
广Guang3
enclosing
敖Ao2
inner
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Parts

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How to say granary in Chinese

“granary” in Chinese is廒áo

The character 廒 (áo) refers to a granary or a storage place for grains. It is commonly used in agricultural contexts, particularly when discussing the storage of harvested crops. This term may also appear in historical texts related to farming and food preservation.

When to use 廒

Common mistakes include confusing 廒 with similar-sounding characters or using it in contexts unrelated to agriculture. It's generally used in formal contexts related to farming or historical discussions. Be cautious with the tone; 'áo' has a rising tone which can be confused with other tones, changing the meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 廒 with other characters that sound similar, such as 餓 (è - hungry). For example, saying '我在廒' (wǒ zài áo - I am at the granary) when they meant to convey a feeling of hunger is incorrect; the sentence should reflect the correct usage in context.

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Word Family of 廒

Words Containing This Character1
廒áogranary

Frequently Asked Questions about 廒

The correct pronunciation is 'áo' with a rising tone, similar to the English word 'ow' but with a higher pitch.

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