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March 24, 2026
畎quǎn(quan3)
The character 畎 (quǎn) refers to a drainage channel or irrigation system used in agriculture. It typically denotes the man-made features that facilitate the flow of water between fields, ensuring that crops receive adequate hydration. This term is commonly used in discussions about farming practices and land management.
Strokes9Radical田Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese farming, effective irrigation systems were crucial for crop success, particularly in regions with varying rainfall. The significance of drainage channels like 畎 highlights the agricultural innovations that have shaped China's historical development.
Memory Tip
Imagine a farmer named 'Quǎn' who builds a winding drain (the character resembles flowing water) between his fields. The curves of the character represent the flow of water, helping him irrigate his crops effectively.
Meanings of 畎
quǎn(quan3)
1a drain between fields, irrigation; to flow
2field drains
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畎Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a farmer named 'Quǎn' who builds a winding drain (the character resembles flowing water) between his fields. The curves of the character represent the flow of water, helping him irrigate his crops effectively.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 畎 with similar agricultural terms like 渠 (qú), which also relates to water channels but has different applications. It is more commonly used in formal contexts related to agriculture. Pay attention to the tone when pronouncing 'quǎn' to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
This character is not included in the HSK levels but connects with agricultural vocabulary that students may encounter in advanced studies. Focus on understanding its role in farming contexts, as well as its usage in compound words related to irrigation.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese farming, effective irrigation systems were crucial for crop success, particularly in regions with varying rainfall. The significance of drainage channels like 畎 highlights the agricultural innovations that have shaped China's historical development.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes mispronounce 畎 as 'quān' instead of 'quǎn', which changes its meaning. Additionally, confusing it with 渠 can lead to errors in context; remember that 畎 specifically refers to drainage systems.
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Cultural Notes for 畎
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In traditional Chinese farming, effective irrigation systems were crucial for crop success, particularly in regions with varying rainfall. The significance of drainage channels like 畎 highlights the agricultural innovations that have shaped China's historical development.
Word Family of 畎
Words Containing This Character1
畎quǎnfield drains
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What does 畎 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 畎
The correct pronunciation is 'quǎn' with a falling-rising tone.
It is primarily used in agricultural contexts, so it may not frequently appear in casual conversation.
Related terms include 渠 (qú) for channel and 灌溉 (guàn gài) for irrigation.
