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邦
bāng
country, nation, state
HSK 7, ng, 6 strokes, radical 阝, rank #8537, Very Hard
bāng(bang1)bang T1
1country, nation, state
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March 24, 2026
邦bāng(bang1)
The character 邦 (bāng) refers to a country, nation, or state. It is commonly used in formal contexts when discussing geopolitical entities, such as in terms like '邦交' (bāngjiāo), which means diplomatic relations. This character implies a sense of community and organization among people within a specific territory.
Strokes6Radical阝Frequency#8537DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 邦 relates closely to the historical idea of '周邦' (Zhōubāng), referring to the ancient states during the Zhou Dynasty, which were recognized for their alliances and governance structures. This historical context highlights the significance of unity and collaboration among nations.
Memory tip
Imagine a 'band' (邦, bāng) of musicians from different countries coming together to create a symphony. The character resembles a person standing with arms outstretched, symbolizing unity among nations. The phonetic 'bāng' can be associated with the sound of a band playing together.
Meanings of 邦
bāng(bang1)
1country, nation, state
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About 邦
邦Simplified
6Strokes
阝Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
国 (guó) refers specifically to a country or nation in a more general sense, while 邦 (bāng) emphasizes the formal and organized aspect of a nation, often in diplomatic contexts.
Usage Notes
When using 邦, it's important to note that it is more formal and often appears in political or diplomatic language. Avoid using it in casual conversations about personal experiences or small communities. A common mistake is to confuse it with 国家 (guójiā), which is more generally used for 'country' and less formal.
HSK Study Tips
Though 邦 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is beneficial for learners at higher levels to familiarize themselves with it as it often appears in news articles and formal discussions. Focus on its usage in phrases related to international relations and compare it with related terms like 国家.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 邦 with more casual terms for country, such as 国家 (guójiā). For instance, saying '我来自这个邦' (I come from this 邦) instead of '我来自这个国家' (I come from this country) is incorrect in casual contexts.
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The character 邦 (bāng) refers to a country, nation, or state. It is commonly used in formal contexts when discussing geopolitical entities, such as in terms like '邦交' (bāngjiāo), which means diplomatic relations. This character implies a sense of community and organization among people within a specific territory.
When to use 邦
When using 邦, it's important to note that it is more formal and often appears in political or diplomatic language. Avoid using it in casual conversations about personal experiences or small communities. A common mistake is to confuse it with 国家 (guójiā), which is more generally used for 'country' and less formal.
邦 or something close to it
国 (guó) refers specifically to a country or nation in a more general sense, while 邦 (bāng) emphasizes the formal and organized aspect of a nation, often in diplomatic contexts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 邦 with more casual terms for country, such as 国家 (guójiā). For instance, saying '我来自这个邦' (I come from this 邦) instead of '我来自这个国家' (I come from this country) is incorrect in casual contexts.
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Grammar Patterns of 邦
邦 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他对大自然怀有一种极为纯粹的乌托____式看法。
His was a utopian vision of nature in its purest form.
Example Sentences for 邦 (10)
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他对大自然怀有一种极为纯粹的乌托邦式看法。
tā duì dàzìrán huái yǒu yī zhǒng jíwéi chúncuì de Wū tuō bāng shì kànfǎ。
His was a utopian vision of nature in its purest form.
2
在德国，联邦银行行长欣然接受了这项措施。
zài dé guó， liánbāng yínháng xíng cháng xīn rán jiēshòu le zhè xiàng cuòshī。
In Germany, the move was welcomed by the Bundesbank president.
3
投资者和外汇交易商被德意志联邦银行的这一举措打了个措手不及。
tóuzī zhě hé wàihuì jiāoyì Shāng bèi dé yìzhì liánbāng yínháng de zhè yìjǔ cuò dǎ le gè cuòshǒubùjí。
Investors and currency dealers were caught completely unawares by the Bundesbank's action.
4
凯瑟琳·邦德从内罗毕向英国广播公司发送了那篇报道。
kǎi sè lín· bāng dé cóng nèi luō bì xiàng Yīng guó guǎngbō gōngsī fāsòng le nà piān bàodào。
Catherine Bond filed that report for the BBC from Nairobi.
