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March 24, 2026
槺kāng(kang1)
The character 槺 (kāng) refers to a large room or warehouse, typically used for storage. It conveys the idea of an expansive space within a building, often empty or utilized for holding various items. In contexts like architecture or real estate, it can describe vast areas designed for specific functions.
Strokes15Radical木Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, large storage spaces were essential for storing rice and grains, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese society. This character connects to the cultural significance of communal storage in ancient times.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant kangaroo (sounds like kāng) hopping inside a large empty warehouse. The '木' radical represents wood, emphasizing that this space is often constructed with wooden beams. Visualize the kangaroo using the space to store its supplies, reinforcing the concept of a large room.
Meanings of 槺
kāng(kang1)
1warehouse, large room
2empty space inside a building
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant kangaroo (sounds like kāng) hopping inside a large empty warehouse. The '木' radical represents wood, emphasizing that this space is often constructed with wooden beams. Visualize the kangaroo using the space to store its supplies, reinforcing the concept of a large room.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 槺 with similar characters that imply smaller spaces or different functions. This term is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation, so it’s best suited for discussions about architecture or storage solutions. Collocations might include '仓库' (warehouse) or '大房间' (large room).
HSK Study Tips
While 槺 is not included in HSK levels, understanding it can enhance vocabulary related to real estate and architecture. Focus on recognizing the radicals and their meanings, as well as how this term connects to other words about spaces and buildings, like 房 (room) and 室 (chamber).
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, large storage spaces were essential for storing rice and grains, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese society. This character connects to the cultural significance of communal storage in ancient times.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 槺 with similar characters that denote smaller rooms or different concepts. For instance, using 槺 to describe a bedroom would be incorrect; instead, use 卧室 (wòshì) for 'bedroom'.
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Cultural Notes for 槺
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In traditional Chinese architecture, large storage spaces were essential for storing rice and grains, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese society. This character connects to the cultural significance of communal storage in ancient times.
Word Family of 槺
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槺kāngempty space inside a building
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Frequently Asked Questions about 槺
Synonyms include 仓库 (cāngkù, warehouse) and 大房间 (dà fángjiān, large room).
No, it's more formal and typically appears in written contexts related to architecture or real estate.