HSK 7, v, 19 strokes, radical 手, rank #9570, Very Hard
攀
pān
to implicate
HSK 7, v, 19 strokes, radical 手, rank #9570, Very Hard
攀
pān
to claim connections of higher status
HSK 7, v, 19 strokes, radical 手, rank #9570, Very Hard
攀
pān
to climb, to hang on, to pull up
HSK 7, v, 19 strokes, radical 手, rank #9570, Very Hard
pān(pan1) T1
1to climb (by pulling oneself up)
2to implicate
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March 24, 2026
攀pān(pan1)
The character 攀 (pān) primarily means 'to climb' or 'to pull oneself up,' often associated with physical climbing or ascending. It can also imply a figurative sense of 'climbing' in social contexts, such as seeking connections or status. This dual usage makes it versatile in both literal and metaphorical expressions.
Strokes19Radical手Frequency#9570DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, 攀 can reflect the cultural importance placed on social networks and 'guanxi' (关系), which emphasizes the value of connections and relationships in both personal and professional spheres.
Memory Tip
Imagine a climber (攀) pulling themselves up a steep rock face, using their hands and feet to grip tightly (the radical 攵 suggests action). Visualize the climber confidently reaching for higher ground, symbolizing ambition and connection, as they 'climb' their way to success.
Meanings of 攀
pān(pan1)
1to climb (by pulling oneself up)
2to implicate
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About 攀
攀Simplified
19Strokes
手Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#9570Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
攀 (pān) vs 爬 (pá) — use 攀 when emphasizing social climbing or figurative ascent, while 爬 focuses on the physical action of climbing.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 攀 with similar verbs like 爬 (pá), which also means 'to climb' but is more commonly used for crawling or climbing without the connotation of pulling oneself up. This term is generally informal but can be used in more serious discussions about social climbing or connections.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the official HSK levels, 攀 is useful for learners aiming for intermediate proficiency. It connects with other verbs of movement and action, so students should focus on using it in phrases with related terms like 攀登 (pān dēng - to climb up) to enhance vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use the verb 爬 (pá) instead of 攀 when referring to social climbing. For example, saying '我想爬关系' instead of '我想攀关系' is incorrect; the correct term is 攀关系.
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Pronunciation of 攀
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2The sound half樊 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayhand
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
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Decomposition of 攀
IDS Structure⿱樊手
攀Full Character
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樊Fan2
top
手shou3
bottom
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How to say to climb (by pulling oneself up) in Chinese
“to climb (by pulling oneself up)” in Chinese is攀pān
The character 攀 (pān) primarily means 'to climb' or 'to pull oneself up,' often associated with physical climbing or ascending. It can also imply a figurative sense of 'climbing' in social contexts, such as seeking connections or status. This dual usage makes it versatile in both literal and metaphorical expressions.
When to use 攀
Be cautious not to confuse 攀 with similar verbs like 爬 (pá), which also means 'to climb' but is more commonly used for crawling or climbing without the connotation of pulling oneself up. This term is generally informal but can be used in more serious discussions about social climbing or connections.
攀 or something close to it
攀 (pān) vs 爬 (pá) — use 攀 when emphasizing social climbing or figurative ascent, while 爬 focuses on the physical action of climbing.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use the verb 爬 (pá) instead of 攀 when referring to social climbing. For example, saying '我想爬关系' instead of '我想攀关系' is incorrect; the correct term is 攀关系.
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Grammar Patterns of 攀
攀 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
汽车经销商预期汽车销量会进一步____升。
Motor traders are looking forward to a further increase in vehicle sales.
