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漳 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
漳zhānga river in Henan provincens, 14 strokes, radical 氵
漳zhāngZhang river in Fujianunknown, 14 strokes, radical 氵
zhāng(Zhang1) T1
  1. 1a river in Henan province
  2. 2Zhang river in Fujian
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March 24, 2026

漳zhāng(Zhang1)

The character 漳 (zhāng) refers to a river located in the Henan province of China, as well as the Zhang River in Fujian province. It is commonly used in geographical contexts and may also appear in place names, reflecting its significance in local culture and geography.

Strokes14Radical氵
Cultural Note

The Zhang River is notable in local culture and history, especially in Fujian province, where it plays a role in the community's livelihood and irrigation systems. Many towns and cities along the river celebrate local festivals that highlight their connection to the waterway.

Memory Tip

Imagine a river flowing gently, and visualize it as a 'Zhang' (长) river that winds through the landscape. The character 漳 has the water radical (氵) on the left, indicating its association with rivers and water.

Meanings of 漳

zhāng(Zhang1)
1a river in Henan province
2Zhang river in Fujian
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About 漳

漳Simplified
14Strokes
氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 漳

Usage Notes

When using 漳 in conversation or writing, be aware that it is specific to geographical references, so ensure the context is clear. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation outside of discussing locations or maps. Remember to pronounce the tone correctly as 'zhāng' to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

While 漳 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for learners to connect it with other geographical terms. Focus on the radicals and components of characters associated with water and geography to enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 漳 with similar-sounding characters due to the tonal nature of Mandarin. For instance, saying 'zhang' instead of 'zhāng' can lead to misunderstandings. Always practice the correct tone to ensure clarity.

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Etymology of 漳

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 氵 represents the meaning and 章 represents the sound.

Memory Hint

water

Semantic (meaning)氵
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Phonetic (sound)章
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Case file: 漳

Phonosemantic compound. 氵 represents the meaning and 章 represents the sound.

  1. 1The meaning half氵 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half章 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaywater
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 漳?

Decomposition of 漳

IDS Structure⿰氵章
漳Full Character
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氵shui3
left
章Zhang1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 漳?

How to say a river in Henan province in Chinese

“a river in Henan province” in Chinese is漳zhāng

The character 漳 (zhāng) refers to a river located in the Henan province of China, as well as the Zhang River in Fujian province. It is commonly used in geographical contexts and may also appear in place names, reflecting its significance in local culture and geography.

When to use 漳

When using 漳 in conversation or writing, be aware that it is specific to geographical references, so ensure the context is clear. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation outside of discussing locations or maps. Remember to pronounce the tone correctly as 'zhāng' to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 漳 with similar-sounding characters due to the tonal nature of Mandarin. For instance, saying 'zhang' instead of 'zhāng' can lead to misunderstandings. Always practice the correct tone to ensure clarity.

Write 漳

漳

Practice writing 漳 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.

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Word Family of 漳

Words Containing This Character12
漳州Zhangzhou prefecture level city in Fujian
漳zhāngZhang river in Fujian
漳州市Zhangzhou prefecture level city in Fujian
漳浦Zhangpu county in Zhangzhou 漳州[Zhāng​zhōu], Fujian
漳浦县Zhangpu county in Zhangzhou 漳州[Zhāng​zhōu], Fujian漳浦縣
漳平Zhangping county level city in Longyan 龍岩|龙岩, Fujian
漳平市Zhangping county in Longyan 龍岩|龙岩, Fujian
漳县Zhang county in Dingxi 定西[Dìng​xī], Gansu漳縣
南漳县Nanzhang county in Xiangfan 襄樊[Xiāng​fán], Hubei南漳縣
临漳县Linzhang county in Handan 邯鄲|邯郸[Hán​dān], Hebei臨漳縣
南漳Nanzhang county in Xiangfan 襄樊[Xiāng​fán], Hubei
临漳Linzhang county in Handan 邯鄲|邯郸[Hán​dān], Hebei臨漳
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Compound Meaning

What does 漳州 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 漳

It refers to a river in Henan province and the Zhang River in Fujian.

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