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畚 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
畚běnhamper, straw basketn, 10 strokes, radical 田
畚běna basket or pan used for earthunknown, 10 strokes, radical 田
畚běnmanure etcunknown, 10 strokes, radical 田
běn(ben3) T3
  1. 1hamper, straw basket
  2. 2a basket or pan used for earth
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March 24, 2026

畚běn(ben3)

The character 畚 (běn) refers to a type of basket or pan commonly used for carrying earth, manure, or similar materials. It is often seen in agricultural contexts or when discussing traditional craftsmanship. This term emphasizes practical utility, particularly in rural or farming environments.

Strokes10Radical田
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese agriculture, the use of baskets like 畚 was essential for transporting materials, reflecting the importance of farming in Chinese culture. Such tools are often used in rural festivals and agricultural practices.

Memory Tip

Imagine a farmer bending down to scoop up earth with a straw basket (the shape of 畚 resembles a basket). The sound 'běn' can remind you of 'bend,' as the farmer bends to fill the basket.

Meanings of 畚

běn(ben3)
1hamper, straw basket
2a basket or pan used for earth
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About 畚

畚Simplified
10Strokes
田Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 畚

Usage Notes

Avoid confusing 畚 with similar characters like 篮 (lán), which means 'basket' in a more general sense. This word is typically used in informal or practical contexts, and it is less common in literary or formal writing.

HSK Study Tips

As a character not included in the HSK levels, focus on its practical application in everyday conversation about farming or gardening. Familiarity with related agricultural vocabulary will enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 畚 with similar-sounding characters; for example, using it interchangeably with 篮 (lán) when referring to any basket. Remember, 畚 specifically refers to a type of basket used for carrying heavier materials like earth.

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Etymology of 畚

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Decomposition of 畚

IDS Structure⿱⿱厶大田
畚Full Character
=
厶mou3
top
大da4
bottom
田Tian2
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How to say hamper, straw basket in Chinese

“hamper, straw basket” in Chinese is畚běn

The character 畚 (běn) refers to a type of basket or pan commonly used for carrying earth, manure, or similar materials. It is often seen in agricultural contexts or when discussing traditional craftsmanship. This term emphasizes practical utility, particularly in rural or farming environments.

When to use 畚

Avoid confusing 畚 with similar characters like 篮 (lán), which means 'basket' in a more general sense. This word is typically used in informal or practical contexts, and it is less common in literary or formal writing.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 畚 with similar-sounding characters; for example, using it interchangeably with 篮 (lán) when referring to any basket. Remember, 畚 specifically refers to a type of basket used for carrying heavier materials like earth.

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畚

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Word Family of 畚

Words Containing This Character3
畚箕dustpan
畚běna basket or pan used for earth, manure etc
畚斗dustpan
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 畚

It means a basket or pan used for carrying earth, manure, and similar materials.

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