(old barbarian dialects) to pay a fine in atonement
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 贝, Very Hard
赕
dǎn
river
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 贝, Very Hard
赕
dǎn
Taiwan pr. [tan4]
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 贝, Very Hard
dǎn(dan3) T3
1fine, penalty
2(old barbarian dialects) to pay a fine in atonement
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March 24, 2026
赕(賧)dǎn(dan3)
The character 赕 (dǎn) primarily refers to a fine or penalty, often in the context of payment made for atonement. It can also relate to the concept of a river in some contexts, though this usage is less common. This character is not frequently encountered in modern Mandarin, making it more relevant to historical or specialized discussions.
Strokes12Radical贝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The concept of paying fines for atonement has historical roots in Chinese law and ethics, reflecting societal values around responsibility and restitution. Such practices can be seen in ancient texts discussing moral behavior.
Memory Tip
Imagine a river (the meaning of one of its usages) flowing with coins as penalties are paid. The character 赕 looks like a river with the top part resembling flowing water and the bottom part hinting at something being paid or exchanged.
Meanings of 赕
dǎn(dan3)
1fine, penalty
2(old barbarian dialects) to pay a fine in atonement
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About 赕
赕Simplified
賧Traditional
12Strokes
贝Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a river (the meaning of one of its usages) flowing with coins as penalties are paid. The character 赕 looks like a river with the top part resembling flowing water and the bottom part hinting at something being paid or exchanged.
Usage Notes
赕 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, which can lead to confusion among learners. It is important to note the difference in pronunciation (dǎn vs. tan4) in Taiwan, as this can change the meaning entirely. Be cautious of using it in formal settings without understanding its nuances.
HSK Study Tips
Although 赕 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this character can enrich students' knowledge of historical texts and legal terminology. Focus on recognizing its structure and related terms that involve penalties or fines.
Cultural Note
The concept of paying fines for atonement has historical roots in Chinese law and ethics, reflecting societal values around responsibility and restitution. Such practices can be seen in ancient texts discussing moral behavior.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 赕 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage. For example, using 赕 when they mean to say 罚 (fá), which means 'to punish', can create misunderstandings.
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Cultural Notes for 赕
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The concept of paying fines for atonement has historical roots in Chinese law and ethics, reflecting societal values around responsibility and restitution. Such practices can be seen in ancient texts discussing moral behavior.
Word Family of 赕
Words Containing This Character1
赕dǎnriver賧
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Frequently Asked Questions about 赕
In modern usage, 赕 generally refers to a fine or penalty, but it is rarely used in everyday conversation.
In mainland China, it is pronounced as dǎn, while in Taiwan, it is pronounced as tan4.
Yes, but its use is more appropriate in historical or legal contexts rather than in everyday formal writing.
