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品牌 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
品牌pǐnpáibrand nameHSK 5, unknown, 21 strokes, rank #3766, Hard
品牌pǐnpáitrademarkHSK 5, unknown, 21 strokes, rank #3766, Hard
pǐnpái(pin3pai2) T3
  1. 1brand name
  2. 2trademark
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March 24, 2026

品牌pǐnpái(pin3pai2)

The term '品牌' (pǐnpái) refers to a brand name or trademark, representing a specific product or service associated with a particular company. It signifies the identity and reputation of a business in the marketplace, often implying quality and consumer trust.

Strokes21Frequency#3766DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, branding has become increasingly important due to the rise of consumerism and the competitive market landscape. The concept of '品牌' is closely tied to notions of quality and status, influencing purchasing decisions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'pin' (品) that holds together various 'pails' (牌) of products, symbolizing how brands hold together various products under one identity. The pronunciation 'pǐn' sounds like 'pin,' and 'pái' sounds like 'pie,' where a brand is like a delicious pie that everyone wants a slice of.

Meanings of 品牌

pǐnpái(pin3pai2)
1brand name
2trademark
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About 品牌

品牌Simplified
21Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 品牌

Quick Contrast

商标 (shāngbiāo) — use 品牌 when referring to the overall identity and reputation of a brand, while 商标 specifically denotes the trademark or legal symbol associated with it.

Usage Notes

'品牌' is typically used in commercial contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with '品味' (pǐnwèi), which means taste or appreciation. It's commonly used in both formal and informal settings when discussing products and marketing.

HSK Study Tips

Although '品牌' is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it is relevant for advanced learners who are exploring business vocabulary. Students should focus on the contexts in which brands are discussed, such as advertising and consumer behavior.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '品牌' with '品味' (taste) due to similar components. For instance, saying '我喜欢这个品牌的品味' (I like the taste of this brand) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢这个品牌' (I like this brand).

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Component Characters

品pǐnarticle
HSK 59 strokes口
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牌páimahjong tile
HSK 412 strokes片
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How to say brand name in Chinese

“brand name” in Chinese is品牌pǐnpái

The term '品牌' (pǐnpái) refers to a brand name or trademark, representing a specific product or service associated with a particular company. It signifies the identity and reputation of a business in the marketplace, often implying quality and consumer trust.

When to use 品牌

'品牌' is typically used in commercial contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with '品味' (pǐnwèi), which means taste or appreciation. It's commonly used in both formal and informal settings when discussing products and marketing.

品牌 or something close to it

商标 (shāngbiāo) — use 品牌 when referring to the overall identity and reputation of a brand, while 商标 specifically denotes the trademark or legal symbol associated with it.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '品牌' with '品味' (taste) due to similar components. For instance, saying '我喜欢这个品牌的品味' (I like the taste of this brand) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢这个品牌' (I like this brand).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 品牌

'我们的品牌在市场上非常受欢迎。' (Our brand is very popular in the market.)

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