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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
淦gàna river in Jiangxi province; water leaking into a boatzg, 11 strokes, radical 氵
淦gànname of a riverunknown, 11 strokes, radical 氵
gàn(gan4)gan T4
  1. 1a river in Jiangxi province; water leaking into a boat
  2. 2name of a river
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March 24, 2026

淦gàn(gan4)

The character 淦 (gàn) primarily refers to a river in Jiangxi province, notable for its historical and geographical significance. It can also describe the phenomenon of water leaking into a boat, which is a practical term used in nautical contexts. The term is relatively less common in everyday conversation, often appearing in specific geographical or literary references.

Strokes11Radical氵
Cultural note

The 淦 river is historically significant in Jiangxi province, which is known for its rich natural resources and scenic beauty, often referenced in Chinese poetry and literature. Rivers in China are often associated with cultural heritage and local folklore.

Memory tip

Imagine a boat navigating the 淦 (gàn) river, but suddenly, water starts to leak into the boat. The character features the radical for water (氵) on the left, hinting at its connection to liquid, while the right part sounds like 'gan', which you can remember by picturing a 'gan' (gun) that is used to shoot water out of a boat.

Meanings of 淦

gàn(gan4)
1a river in Jiangxi province; water leaking into a boat
2name of a river
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About 淦

淦Simplified
11Strokes
氵Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

淦 is not frequently used in everyday speech, so learners might encounter it in geographical texts or literature. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar sounding words, so pay attention to the context where it is used. It is more formal and specific than casual conversational vocabulary.

HSK Study Tips

淦 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, but understanding it can enhance your knowledge of Chinese geography and literature. Focus on connecting it with other water-related characters, especially those with the water radical (氵), to better grasp its meaning and usage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 淦 (gàn) with other characters that have similar pronunciations, like 干 (gān), which means 'dry' or 'to do'. Always check the context to ensure correct usage.

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Etymology of 淦

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

water

Semantic (meaning)氵
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Phonetic (sound)金
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Origin

淦 = 氵 + 金. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 淦

IDS Structure⿰氵金
淦Full character
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氵shui3
left
金Jin1
right
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How to say a river in Jiangxi province; water leaking into a boat in Chinese

“a river in Jiangxi province; water leaking into a boat” in Chinese is淦gàn

The character 淦 (gàn) primarily refers to a river in Jiangxi province, notable for its historical and geographical significance. It can also describe the phenomenon of water leaking into a boat, which is a practical term used in nautical contexts. The term is relatively less common in everyday conversation, often appearing in specific geographical or literary references.

When to use 淦

淦 is not frequently used in everyday speech, so learners might encounter it in geographical texts or literature. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar sounding words, so pay attention to the context where it is used. It is more formal and specific than casual conversational vocabulary.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 淦 (gàn) with other characters that have similar pronunciations, like 干 (gān), which means 'dry' or 'to do'. Always check the context to ensure correct usage.

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Word Family of 淦

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淦gànname of a river

Frequently Asked Questions about 淦

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