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枋 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
枋fāngsandalwood; lumberg, 8 strokes, radical 木
枋fāngSantalum albumunknown, 8 strokes, radical 木
枋fāngsquare wooden pillarunknown, 8 strokes, radical 木
fāng(fang1)fang T1
  1. 1sandalwood; lumber
  2. 2Santalum album
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March 24, 2026

枋fāng(fang1)

The character 枋 (fāng) primarily refers to sandalwood, a fragrant wood used in incense and traditional crafts. It can also denote lumber or a square wooden pillar, often used in construction. This term is commonly found in contexts involving woodworking, architecture, and traditional Chinese medicine.

Strokes8Radical木
Cultural Note

Sandalwood has significant importance in Chinese culture, often used in incense for religious rituals and meditation, symbolizing purity and tranquility. The use of 枋 in traditional crafts reflects the high value placed on natural materials in Chinese artistry.

Memory Tip

Imagine a square wooden pillar standing tall, made of fragrant sandalwood, surrounded by its aromatic scent. The character 枋 looks like a tree (木) with a square shape (方) at its base, reminding you of a sturdy wooden pillar.

Meanings of 枋

fāng(fang1)
1sandalwood; lumber
2Santalum album
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About 枋

枋Simplified
8Strokes
木Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 枋

Usage Notes

When using 枋, be mindful that it is more formal and is often used in written contexts rather than in casual conversation. Common collocations include phrases related to carpentry or traditional crafts. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words by paying attention to tone.

HSK Study Tips

Although 枋 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be related to HSK level 3 words like 木 (wood) and 方 (square) which share radicals. Focus on recognizing how this character can expand your vocabulary related to building and natural materials.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 枋 with similar characters like 板 (bǎn), which means 'board' or 'plank.' Ensure you use 枋 specifically when referring to square wooden pillars or sandalwood.

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Etymology of 枋

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

A square 方 log 木; 方 also provides the pronunciation

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Origin

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Decomposition of 枋

IDS Structure⿰木方
枋Full Character
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木Mu4
left
方Fang1
right
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Parts

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How to say sandalwood; lumber in Chinese

“sandalwood; lumber” in Chinese is枋fāng

The character 枋 (fāng) primarily refers to sandalwood, a fragrant wood used in incense and traditional crafts. It can also denote lumber or a square wooden pillar, often used in construction. This term is commonly found in contexts involving woodworking, architecture, and traditional Chinese medicine.

When to use 枋

When using 枋, be mindful that it is more formal and is often used in written contexts rather than in casual conversation. Common collocations include phrases related to carpentry or traditional crafts. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words by paying attention to tone.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 枋 with similar characters like 板 (bǎn), which means 'board' or 'plank.' Ensure you use 枋 specifically when referring to square wooden pillars or sandalwood.

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Word Family of 枋

Words Containing This Character2
枋fāngSantalum album
枋寮乡Fangliao township in Pingtung County 屏東縣|屏东县[Píng​dōng​Xiàn], Taiwan枋寮鄉
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Frequently Asked Questions about 枋

In construction, 枋 refers to a square wooden pillar, often used as structural support.

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