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汀 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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汀
tīng
bank, sandbar; beach, shore
ns, 5 strokes, radical 氵, rank #13025, Very Hard
汀
tīng
shoal
unknown, 5 strokes, radical 氵, rank #13025, Very Hard
汀
tīng
sandbank
unknown, 5 strokes, radical 氵, rank #13025, Very Hard
tīng(ting1)ting T1
1bank, sandbar; beach, shore
2shoal
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March 24, 2026
汀tīng(ting1)
The character 汀 (tīng) refers to a small bank or sandbar in a river, often used to describe a beach or shore area. It is commonly used in contexts related to water bodies, emphasizing locations where land meets water, particularly in scenic or natural settings.
Strokes5Radical氵Frequency#13025DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese poetry and literature,汀 often evokes serene imagery of nature, associated with leisure and tranquility near water, reflecting the traditional Chinese appreciation for landscapes and harmony with nature.
Memory tip
Imagine a tranquil scene by the river where a little 'ting' (tīng) is a sandbar sticking out of the water. The radical '氵' (water) hints at its connection to water bodies, while the rest of the character suggests a small area of land – picture a tiny island inviting you to relax.
Meanings of 汀
tīng(ting1)
1bank, sandbar; beach, shore
2shoal
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About 汀
汀Simplified
5Strokes
氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
汀 is generally used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation, making it more formal. Be careful with tones; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include '汀洲' (tīng zhōu) for sandbar and '汀岸' (tīng àn) for sandy shore.
HSK Study Tips
汀 is not included in the HSK levels but aligns with vocabulary related to nature and geography. Students should focus on recognizing the character in literary texts and associating it with similar words, like '滩' (tān, shoal) for enhanced contextual understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 汀 with similar characters like '滩' (tān), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 汀 specifically refers to small banks or sandbars, while 滩 refers to shoals or beaches more broadly.
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Pronunciation of 汀
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汀 = 氵 + 丁. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 汀
IDS Structure⿰氵丁
汀Full character
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氵shui3
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丁Ding1
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How to say bank, sandbar; beach, shore in Chinese
“bank, sandbar; beach, shore” in Chinese is汀tīng
The character 汀 (tīng) refers to a small bank or sandbar in a river, often used to describe a beach or shore area. It is commonly used in contexts related to water bodies, emphasizing locations where land meets water, particularly in scenic or natural settings.
When to use 汀
汀 is generally used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation, making it more formal. Be careful with tones; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. Common collocations include '汀洲' (tīng zhōu) for sandbar and '汀岸' (tīng àn) for sandy shore.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 汀 with similar characters like '滩' (tān), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 汀 specifically refers to small banks or sandbars, while 滩 refers to shoals or beaches more broadly.
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Grammar patterns of 汀
汀 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 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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布鲁斯·斯普林斯____重新组建了他的音乐团队，E街乐队。
Bruce Springsteen has re-hired his muso collective, the E Street Band.
Example sentences for 汀 (8)
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布鲁斯·斯普林斯汀重新组建了他的音乐团队，E街乐队。
bù Lǔ Sī· Sī pǔ lín Sī tīng chóngxīn zǔjiàn le tā de yīnyuè tuánduì，E jiē yuèduì。
Bruce Springsteen has re-hired his muso collective, the E Street Band.
2
在电影摄制过程中，柯蒂斯爱上了同他联袂主演的明星克里斯汀·考夫曼。
zài diànyǐng shè zhì guòchéng zhōng， kē dì Sī ài shàng le tóng tā lián mèi zhǔyǎn de míngxīng kè lǐ Sī tīng· kǎo fū màn。
During the filming, Curtis fell in love with his co-star, Christine Kaufmann.
