Meanings of 挡
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AI Study Notes for 挡
挡 (dǎng) vs 拦 (lán) — use 挡 when emphasizing resistance or obstruction, while 拦 focuses more on stopping or intercepting.
Be careful not to confuse 挡 (dǎng) with its variant 擋 (dǎng), which is less commonly used. This character is generally neutral in tone, but can feel more formal in writing; use it in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include '挡住' (to block off) and '挡箭牌' (shield).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 挡 connects with other verbs related to action and resistance, such as 阻止 (to stop) and 抵抗 (to resist). Focus on using it in sentences describing barriers or defenses to solidify understanding.
Learners often confuse 挡 (dǎng) with related verbs like 阻止 (zǔzhǐ) which specifically means 'to stop'. For example, saying '我挡他' (I block him) when intending to say 'I stop him' can be misleading; use '我阻止他' instead.
Pronunciation of 挡
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Etymology of 挡
A hand 扌 raised at the right time 当; 当 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 挡
- 1The giveawayA hand 扌 raised at the right time 当; 当 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Decomposition of 挡
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How to say to resist in Chinese
“to resist” in Chinese is挡
The character 挡 (dǎng) primarily means to resist or obstruct something. It is commonly used in contexts involving physical barriers or figurative obstacles, such as blocking someone’s path or resisting an attack. This character can also refer to arranging items or covering something, making it versatile in usage.
When to use 挡
Be careful not to confuse 挡 (dǎng) with its variant 擋 (dǎng), which is less commonly used. This character is generally neutral in tone, but can feel more formal in writing; use it in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include '挡住' (to block off) and '挡箭牌' (shield).
挡 or something close to it
挡 (dǎng) vs 拦 (lán) — use 挡 when emphasizing resistance or obstruction, while 拦 focuses more on stopping or intercepting.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 挡 (dǎng) with related verbs like 阻止 (zǔzhǐ) which specifically means 'to stop'. For example, saying '我挡他' (I block him) when intending to say 'I stop him' can be misleading; use '我阻止他' instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 挡
挡 carries 12 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Complete the Sentence
纵使风雨再大，也阻____不了我们前进的脚步。
Even if the storms are fierce, they cannot stop our forward march.
Usage Notes for 挡
Learners may confuse 挡 with similar words in context. It’s important to pay attention to the surrounding words and situation.
他挡住了我的视线。
He blocked my view.
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他____住了我的视线。
He blocked my view.
Example Sentences for 挡 (10)
Word Family of 挡
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 挡
It is pronounced as 'dǎng' with a third tone, where your voice dips and then rises.
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