Meanings of 門
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AI Study Notes for 門
户 (hù) - use 門 (mén) when referring specifically to a door or gate, while 户 (hù) often refers to a household or family.
Be careful not to confuse 門 (mén) with other similar characters like 间 (jiān), which means 'between' or 'space.' This character is used in both formal and informal contexts, and it often appears in compound words like '门口' (ménkǒu, entrance) or '门票' (ménpiào, ticket). Remember to pronounce it with the second tone.
While 門 is not listed in the standard HSK vocabulary, it is a foundational character that connects to many words at the beginner level. Students should focus on recognizing it in context and practicing its use in phrases related to locations and access.
Learners often mix up 門 (mén) with the character 扉 (fēi), which also means door but has a more poetic or formal connotation. Remember, use 門 for everyday contexts like '开门' (kāi mén, open the door) instead.
Pronunciation of 門
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Etymology of 門
Simplified form of 門. Pictograph of a gate.
An open doorway or gate
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Case file: 門
Simplified form of 門. Pictograph of a gate.
- 1The giveawayAn open doorway or gate
- 2On the record aspictographic — someone drew the thing itself.
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How to say gate, door, entrance, opening in Chinese
“gate, door, entrance, opening” in Chinese is門
The character 門 (mén) refers to a gate or door, serving as an entrance or opening to a space. It is commonly used in everyday contexts, such as describing physical doors in homes or buildings, and can also metaphorically indicate opportunities or access points in various situations.
When to use 門
Be careful not to confuse 門 (mén) with other similar characters like 间 (jiān), which means 'between' or 'space.' This character is used in both formal and informal contexts, and it often appears in compound words like '门口' (ménkǒu, entrance) or '门票' (ménpiào, ticket). Remember to pronounce it with the second tone.
門 or something close to it
户 (hù) - use 門 (mén) when referring specifically to a door or gate, while 户 (hù) often refers to a household or family.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 門 (mén) with the character 扉 (fēi), which also means door but has a more poetic or formal connotation. Remember, use 門 for everyday contexts like '开门' (kāi mén, open the door) instead.
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Word Family of 門
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Frequently Asked Questions about 門
Yes, 門 can refer to various types of doors, including front doors, garden gates, and even metaphorical doors such as opportunities.
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