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答案
dá’àn
answer
HSK 4, n, 22 strokes, rank #1068, Medium
答案
dá’àn
solution
HSK 4, n, 22 strokes, rank #1068, Medium
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March 24, 2026
答案dá’àn(da2an4)
答案 (dá'àn) refers to an answer or solution to a question or problem. It is commonly used in educational contexts, such as answering questions on tests or providing solutions to mathematical problems. The term carries a connotation of correctness or appropriateness, indicating that it is not just any response but the suitable one.
Strokes22Frequency#1068DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, providing the correct 答案 is often linked to educational success and social expectations, especially in exams, which are highly competitive. This reflects the value placed on learning and achievement.
Memory tip
Imagine a student holding up a big 'D' (for '答') and an 'A' (for '案') on a sign saying 'I have the ANSWER!' The character 答 has the radical for bamboo (竹), reminding you that answers can grow like bamboo—strong and resilient. The pronunciation 'da' sounds like 'dah!' as in 'dah, I've got the answer!'
Meanings of 答案
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About 答案
答案Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1068Frequency Rank
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HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
答案 (dá'àn) vs 回答 (huídá): 答案 refers specifically to the correct answer or solution, while 回答 denotes the act of answering or a response in general.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 答案 with simply 答 (dá), which means 'to answer.' The word is more formal and is often used in written contexts. Common collocations include '考题的答案' (the answer to the exam question) and '给出答案' (to provide an answer).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 答案 connects to other educational and problem-solving vocabulary like 问题 (wèntí, question) and 解决 (jiějué, to solve). Focus on using it in sentences that involve asking and answering questions to reinforce its context.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 答案 in a context where 答 (to answer) is more appropriate, such as saying '我给你答案' (I give you the answer) instead of '我给你答' (I answer you). Remember that 答案 is a noun, while 答 is a verb.
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答案 (dá'àn) refers to an answer or solution to a question or problem. It is commonly used in educational contexts, such as answering questions on tests or providing solutions to mathematical problems. The term carries a connotation of correctness or appropriateness, indicating that it is not just any response but the suitable one.
When to use 答案
Be careful not to confuse 答案 with simply 答 (dá), which means 'to answer.' The word is more formal and is often used in written contexts. Common collocations include '考题的答案' (the answer to the exam question) and '给出答案' (to provide an answer).
答案 or something close to it
答案 (dá'àn) vs 回答 (huídá): 答案 refers specifically to the correct answer or solution, while 回答 denotes the act of answering or a response in general.
What learners get wrong
Learners may mistakenly use 答案 in a context where 答 (to answer) is more appropriate, such as saying '我给你答案' (I give you the answer) instead of '我给你答' (I answer you). Remember that 答案 is a noun, while 答 is a verb.
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Grammar patterns of 答案
答案 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). It carries 2 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.
