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傍晚 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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傍晚
bàngwǎn
in the evening
HSK 5, t, 23 strokes, rank #12839, Hard
傍晚
bàngwǎn
when night falls
HSK 5, t, 23 strokes, rank #12839, Hard
傍晚
bàngwǎn
towards evening
HSK 5, t, 23 strokes, rank #12839, Hard
傍晚
bàngwǎn
at night fall
HSK 5, t, 23 strokes, rank #12839, Hard
傍晚
bàngwǎn
at dusk
HSK 5, t, 23 strokes, rank #12839, Hard
bàngwǎn(bang4wan3)bang wan T4
1in the evening
2when night falls
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March 24, 2026
傍晚bàngwǎn(bang4wan3)
傍晚 refers to the time of day that is close to evening, typically when the sun is setting and the sky begins to darken. It is commonly used in contexts related to daily activities, such as family dinners or evening walks, indicating a transition from day to night.
Strokes23Frequency#12839DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture,傍晚 is often a time for family gatherings or community activities, reflecting the importance of evening meals and socializing after a day’s work.
Memory tip
Picture a 'bong' sound that resembles the setting sun behind a mountain, and 'wan' sounds like the waning light of dusk. Together, they create the image of the beautiful twilight sky just before nightfall.
Meanings of 傍晚
bàngwǎn(bang4wan3)
1in the evening
2when night falls
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About 傍晚
傍晚Simplified
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时间词time word (t.)Part of Speech
#12839Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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黄昏 (huánghūn) refers specifically to dusk or twilight, while 傍晚 (bàngwǎn) denotes the early evening time, often before it gets dark.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 傍晚 with 晚上 (wǎnshang), which refers to nighttime activities. While 傍晚 indicates the time just before night, 晚上 typically refers to activities occurring after it gets dark. It is used in both formal and informal contexts.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 傍晚 connects to other time-related vocabulary. Focus on using it within sentences that discuss daily routines or activities, enhancing your understanding of time expressions in Mandarin.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 傍晚 incorrectly with a time frame that extends too late into the evening. For example, saying '我们晚上去散步' (Let's go for a walk in the evening) is correct, but using '傍晚' here might imply a time that is too early.
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傍晚 refers to the time of day that is close to evening, typically when the sun is setting and the sky begins to darken. It is commonly used in contexts related to daily activities, such as family dinners or evening walks, indicating a transition from day to night.
When to use 傍晚
Be careful not to confuse 傍晚 with 晚上 (wǎnshang), which refers to nighttime activities. While 傍晚 indicates the time just before night, 晚上 typically refers to activities occurring after it gets dark. It is used in both formal and informal contexts.
傍晚 or something close to it
黄昏 (huánghūn) refers specifically to dusk or twilight, while 傍晚 (bàngwǎn) denotes the early evening time, often before it gets dark.
What learners get wrong
Learners often use 傍晚 incorrectly with a time frame that extends too late into the evening. For example, saying '我们晚上去散步' (Let's go for a walk in the evening) is correct, but using '傍晚' here might imply a time that is too early.
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Grammar patterns of 傍晚
傍晚 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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战斗在____时分打响，持续了一夜。
The fighting began in the late afternoon and continued all night.
Example sentences for 傍晚 (13)
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战斗在傍晚时分打响，持续了一夜。
zhàndòu zài bàngwǎn shí fēn dǎ xiǎng， chíxù le yī yè。
The fighting began in the late afternoon and continued all night.
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除了偶尔一两个傍晚出来散步的人，雾蒙蒙的街上空荡荡的。
chúle ǒu’ěr yī liǎng gè bàngwǎn chūlái sànbù de rén， wù mēng mēng de jiē shàngkōng dàng dàng de。
The foggy streets were virtually empty, except for the occasional evening stroller.
