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March 24, 2026
贛gàn(gan4)
The character '贛' (gàn) primarily refers to Jiangxi province in southeastern China. It can also denote the regions or places within this province, emphasizing its geographical and cultural significance.
Strokes24Radical貝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
'贛' connects deeply to the cultural identity of Jiangxi, known for its beautiful landscapes and rich tea culture. The province is also historically significant, being the birthplace of the Chinese revolutionary movement.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand (sounds like 'gàn') banquet in Jiangxi, where people gather to celebrate the rich heritage of the province. The character '贛' has a radical for wealth (the '贝' component), hinting at the region's historical importance in trade and culture.
Meanings of 贛
gàn(gan4)
1Jiangxi province; places therein
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贛Simplified
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貝Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand (sounds like 'gàn') banquet in Jiangxi, where people gather to celebrate the rich heritage of the province. The character '贛' has a radical for wealth (the '贝' component), hinting at the region's historical importance in trade and culture.
Usage Notes
While '贛' specifically refers to Jiangxi, it is often used in geographical contexts. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters or use it in informal contexts without proper geographical reference.
HSK Study Tips
Although '贛' is not included in the HSK, it is beneficial for students at higher levels to recognize regional characters. Focus on understanding the broader contexts of provincial names in China, as they often appear in conversations about geography and travel.
Cultural Note
'贛' connects deeply to the cultural identity of Jiangxi, known for its beautiful landscapes and rich tea culture. The province is also historically significant, being the birthplace of the Chinese revolutionary movement.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use '贛' to refer to other provinces due to similar pronunciations. For example, saying '贛' when talking about Guangdong (广东) is incorrect; instead, use the appropriate province character.
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Cultural Notes for 贛
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'贛' connects deeply to the cultural identity of Jiangxi, known for its beautiful landscapes and rich tea culture. The province is also historically significant, being the birthplace of the Chinese revolutionary movement.
Word Family of 贛
Words Containing This Character10
赣gànabbr. for Jiangxi Province 江西省[JiāngxīShěng]贛
赣州Ganzhou prefecture-level city in Jiangxi贛州
赣州市Ganzhou prefecture-level city in Jiangxi贛州市
赣江Gan River in Jiangxi Province 江西省[JiāngxīShěng]贛江
浙赣Zhejiang-Jiangxi浙贛
赣县Gan county in Ganzhou 贛州|赣州, Jiangxi贛縣
赣州地区Ganzhou prefecture in Jiangxi贛州地區
赣榆县Ganyu county in Lianyungang 連雲港|连云港[Liányúngǎng], Jiangsu贛榆縣
赣榆Ganyu county in Lianyungang 連雲港|连云港[Liányúngǎng], Jiangsu贛榆
赣语Gan dialect, spoken in Jiangxi Province贛語
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Frequently Asked Questions about 贛
'贛' refers to Jiangxi province in China.
'贛' is typically used to refer to the province or in discussions about its culture and geography.
'贛' is less commonly used in daily conversation but is significant in geographical and cultural contexts.