unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
chēng
griddle
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
chēng
clang
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
chēng
sound of metal
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
dāng
frying pan; warming vessel
o, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
dāng
clank
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
dāng
griddle
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
dāng
clang
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
铛
dāng
sound of metal
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 钅, rank #25559, Very Hard
chēng(cheng1)
primary
T1
1frying pan; warming vessel
2clank
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March 24, 2026
铛(鐺)chēng(cheng1)
The character 铛 (chēng) primarily refers to a frying pan or a warming vessel, commonly used in cooking. It can also denote the sound made by metal clashing, such as a clank or clang, which is significant in contexts involving metal utensils or equipment.
Strokes11Radical钅Frequency#25559DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the sound of metal cooking utensils is an everyday part of the cooking experience, often associated with the hustle and bustle of kitchen life in restaurants and homes alike.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef (chēng sounds like 'chef') skillfully clanging two frying pans together, creating a loud '铛' sound. The character's radical '金' (metal) indicates its connection to metal objects like pans, reinforcing both its culinary and auditory meanings.
Meanings of 铛
chēng(cheng1)
primary
1frying pan; warming vessel
2clank
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About 铛
铛Simplified
鐺Traditional
11Strokes
钅Radical
拟声词onomatopoeia (onom.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 铛
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef (chēng sounds like 'chef') skillfully clanging two frying pans together, creating a loud '铛' sound. The character's radical '金' (metal) indicates its connection to metal objects like pans, reinforcing both its culinary and auditory meanings.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 铛 with similar-sounding words, which may lead to using the wrong character. It is typically used in informal contexts related to cooking or sound; avoid using it in formal writing. The tone can be tricky; ensure to pronounce it as 'chēng' with the first tone.
HSK Study Tips
While 铛 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with cooking-related words that may appear in HSK levels 2 and 3. Focus on the usage of kitchen vocabulary and sound-related terms to build a practical word bank.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the sound of metal cooking utensils is an everyday part of the cooking experience, often associated with the hustle and bustle of kitchen life in restaurants and homes alike.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 铛 with 锅 (guō) and use them interchangeably, mistakenly saying '我需要一个铛' (I need a ding) for a pot. The correct phrase should be '我需要一个锅'.
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Pronunciation of 铛
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Grammar Patterns of 铛
铛 functions as an onomatopoeic word — it imitates a sound. It often functions as an adverbial or stand-alone exclamation rather than a true verb or noun. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 1
Complete the Sentence
皮尔小姐摇了摇她桌子上的铃____，他们全都又坐下了。
Miss Peel tinkled her desk bell and they all sat down again.
Example Sentences for 铛 (1)
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皮尔小姐摇了摇她桌子上的铃铛，他们全都又坐下了。
pí ěr xiǎo jiě yáo le yáo tā zhuō zǐ shàng de líng dāng， ， tā mén quán dū yòu zuò xià。
Miss Peel tinkled her desk bell and they all sat down again.
Cultural Notes for 铛
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cuisine, the sound of metal cooking utensils is an everyday part of the cooking experience, often associated with the hustle and bustle of kitchen life in restaurants and homes alike.
Word Family of 铛
Words Containing This Character6
铃铛little bell鈴鐺
铛chēngclank鐺
锒铛入狱to get jailed鋃鐺入獄
饼铛baking pan餅鐺
锒铛iron chains鋃鐺
鼎铛玉石casting pearls before swine鼎鐺玉石
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Compound Meaning
What does 铃铛 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 铛
铛 specifically refers to a frying pan, while 锅 generally means pot and can refer to different types of cooking vessels.
No, 铛 is typically used in informal settings, especially in cooking contexts.
While it primarily means frying pan, it can also refer to the sound made by metal, broadening its usage.
