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March 24, 2026
砩fèi(fei4)
The character 砩 (fèi) refers primarily to the act of building a dam using rocks. It can also denote a specific type of stone used in construction or landscaping. This term is commonly used in contexts involving water management and engineering.
Strokes10Radical石Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dam construction is vital for agriculture and flood control, reflecting the historical significance of water management in sustaining communities. The character 砩 connects to traditional practices of building rock dams in rural areas.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant rock (石) being used to build a dam (坝) to hold back a river. The sound 'fèi' can remind you of 'fate,' as the dam holds back the fate of the water flow, keeping it in check.
Meanings of 砩
fèi(fei4)
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1to build a dam with rocks
2dam up water with rocks
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砩Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant rock (石) being used to build a dam (坝) to hold back a river. The sound 'fèi' can remind you of 'fate,' as the dam holds back the fate of the water flow, keeping it in check.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the pronunciation; the tone is critical as a mispronunciation can change the meaning. This term is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation, so use it in contexts related to construction or environmental management.
HSK Study Tips
While 砩 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of related words in water management and construction. Focus on recognizing the radicals and components that relate to stones and water.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dam construction is vital for agriculture and flood control, reflecting the historical significance of water management in sustaining communities. The character 砩 connects to traditional practices of building rock dams in rural areas.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 砩 with similar-sounding characters like 飞 (fēi, to fly) due to tonal differences. Remember that 砩 specifically relates to construction and water management, while 飞 has a completely different meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 砩
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In Chinese culture, dam construction is vital for agriculture and flood control, reflecting the historical significance of water management in sustaining communities. The character 砩 connects to traditional practices of building rock dams in rural areas.
Word Family of 砩
Words Containing This Character1
砩fèidam up water with rocks
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Frequently Asked Questions about 砩
Synonyms include 堰 (yàn) for 'weir' and 水坝 (shuǐ bà) for 'water dam.'
No, it is more specialized and typically used in technical or formal discussions about construction or engineering.
Think of 'fèi' as similar to 'fate,' which can help you recall its sound.
