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靶 (bǎ, target) vs 目标 (mùbiāo, goal) — use 靶 for physical targets and 目标 for abstract objectives.
靶 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially concerning sports or strategic goals. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words; ensure you use it specifically for targets. Collocations include '靶心' (bǎxīn - bullseye) and '靶子' (bǎzi - target).
靶 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but it reflects concepts found in HSK levels 3-4 related to goals and direction. Students should focus on using it in sentences about aiming and targeting during practice.
Learners often confuse 靶 with other similar characters like 笔 (bǐ - pen) due to pronunciation. Always remember that 靶 specifically relates to the concept of targets, not writing instruments.
Pronunciation of 靶
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Etymology of 靶
Phonosemantic compound. 革 represents the meaning and 巴 represents the sound.
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Phonosemantic compound. 革 represents the meaning and 巴 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half革 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half巴 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayleather
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say target, mark in Chinese
“target, mark” in Chinese is靶
The character 靶 (bǎ) refers to a target or mark, often used in contexts such as archery, shooting, or any situation where one aims at a specific point. It can denote both physical targets, like a bullseye, and metaphorical targets, such as goals or objectives in discussions or plans.
When to use 靶
靶 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially concerning sports or strategic goals. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words; ensure you use it specifically for targets. Collocations include '靶心' (bǎxīn - bullseye) and '靶子' (bǎzi - target).
靶 or something close to it
靶 (bǎ, target) vs 目标 (mùbiāo, goal) — use 靶 for physical targets and 目标 for abstract objectives.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 靶 with other similar characters like 笔 (bǐ - pen) due to pronunciation. Always remember that 靶 specifically relates to the concept of targets, not writing instruments.
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Grammar Patterns of 靶
靶 functions as a preposition (often called a "coverb" in Chinese). It introduces a phrase that comes BEFORE the main verb (我在家吃饭, 给妈妈打电话), unlike English which puts prepositions after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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箭离弦飞去,射中了那____心.
The arrow flew off and hit the bull's eye.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 靶
You can say '我瞄准靶子' (Wǒ miáozhǔn bǎzi) meaning 'I aim at the target'.
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