Meanings of 场
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AI Study Notes for 场
场 (chǎng) vs 地 (dì) — use 场 for specific designated spaces or events, while 地 refers more generally to ground or area.
Imagine a grand stage (场) where a dramatic play unfolds. The character resembles a large open area (the top box) with a platform (the bottom horizontal line) where events happen. Picture the excitement of each performance in this space to remember 'cháng'!
Be careful not to confuse 场 (cháng) with its homophone 场 (chǎng), which can refer to a physical location. Common collocations include '比赛场' (competition ground) and '演出场' (performance venue). The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
At HSK Level 4, 场 connects well with other words related to events, activities, and space, helping learners expand their vocabulary in contexts like sports and performances. Focus on using it in sentences that describe specific events or locations.
In Chinese culture, various '场' (cháng) settings, such as the '集市场' (market square), play a vital role in community life, often serving as venues for festivals and gatherings that reflect local traditions.
Learners often confuse 场 (cháng) with 場 (chǎng) in writing or pronunciation. For example, saying '我去比赛场' (I go to the competition field) instead of '我去比赛场' (I go to the competition ground) can lead to incorrect meanings.
Pronunciation of 场
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Etymology of 场
Phonosemantic compound. 土 represents the meaning and 昜 represents the sound. The simplified character 场 was adapted from the cursive form of the traditional character 場.
earth
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Decomposition of 场
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Grammar Patterns of 场
场 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 9 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.
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昨天下了一____大雨。
There was a heavy rain yesterday.
Example Sentences for 场 (10)
Cultural Notes for 场
In Chinese culture, various '场' (cháng) settings, such as the '集市场' (market square), play a vital role in community life, often serving as venues for festivals and gatherings that reflect local traditions.
Word Family of 场
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Frequently Asked Questions about 场
You can say '比赛场在公园' (The competition field is in the park) or '这个演出场很大' (This performance venue is very large).