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豳 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
bīna Zhou-dynasty stateg, 17 strokes, radical 豕, Very Hard
bīnname of an ancient county in Shaanxiunknown, 17 strokes, radical 豕, Very Hard
bīn(Bin1) T1
  1. 1a Zhou-dynasty state
  2. 2name of an ancient county in Shaanxi
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March 24, 2026

bīn(Bin1)

The character 豳 (bīn) primarily refers to an ancient state during the Zhou dynasty of China, as well as a historical county located in present-day Shaanxi province. It is less commonly used in modern contexts but can be found in historical texts or discussions about ancient Chinese geography and politics.

Strokes17RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The state of 豳 played a role in the feudal system during the Zhou dynasty, which was significant in shaping early Chinese political structures. Understanding this character provides insight into the historical landscape of ancient China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a peaceful ancient state (豳) where a 'Bin' of rice is shared among its citizens. The character 豳 has the radical 豕 (shǐ), which relates to animals, and the component 𠂇, which suggests the idea of a place. Visualize a serene landscape with rice paddies when you think of 豳.

Meanings of 豳

bīn(Bin1)
1a Zhou-dynasty state
2name of an ancient county in Shaanxi
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About 豳

Simplified
17Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 豳

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a peaceful ancient state (豳) where a 'Bin' of rice is shared among its citizens. The character 豳 has the radical 豕 (shǐ), which relates to animals, and the component 𠂇, which suggests the idea of a place. Visualize a serene landscape with rice paddies when you think of 豳.

Usage Notes

This character is quite specific and may not be commonly encountered in everyday conversation. Learners should be aware that it may appear in historical or literary texts, so understanding its context is crucial. Avoid confusing it with 彬 (bīn), which also sounds similar but has different meanings.

HSK Study Tips

As 豳 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, learners should focus on recognizing it in historical contexts when studying ancient Chinese culture. Connecting it to other characters related to historical states or regions can enhance retention.

Cultural Note

The state of 豳 played a role in the feudal system during the Zhou dynasty, which was significant in shaping early Chinese political structures. Understanding this character provides insight into the historical landscape of ancient China.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 豳 in contemporary contexts where it is not applicable, such as in casual conversation about geography. It's essential to recognize its historical significance rather than using it as a general term for places.

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Pronunciation of 豳

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Etymology of 豳

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

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 豳

IDS Structure⿻山豩
Full Character
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Shan1
outer
bin1
inner
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Cultural Notes for 豳

🏮Cultural insight

The state of 豳 played a role in the feudal system during the Zhou dynasty, which was significant in shaping early Chinese political structures. Understanding this character provides insight into the historical landscape of ancient China.

Word Family of 豳

Words Containing This Character1
bīnrefined
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Compound Meaning

What does 豳 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 豳

In modern times, 豳 is primarily of historical interest, denoting an ancient state or county rather than a commonly used term.