Meanings of 频道
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AI Study Notes for 频道
频道 (píndào) vs 网络 (wǎngluò) — use 频道 for specific broadcast channels, while 网络 refers to the broader concept of the internet or network.
Be careful not to confuse 频道 with similar terms like 频率 (pín lǜ), which means frequency in a broader context. 频道 is often used in media contexts, so it's more common in informal conversations about TV shows and radio stations. The correct tone is crucial; mispronouncing it might cause misunderstandings.
As an HSK 5 word, 频道 connects with other media-related vocabulary like 电视 (diàn shì, television) and 收音机 (shōu yīn jī, radio). Students should practice using 频道 in sentences related to media consumption to solidify their understanding.
Learners often confuse 频道 with 频道的 (pín dào de) when trying to say 'the channel's'. For example, saying '我喜欢频道的节目' is incorrect; the correct form is '我喜欢这个频道的节目'.
Pronunciation of 频道
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Component Characters
How to say frequency in Chinese
“frequency” in Chinese is频道
频道 refers to a channel, particularly in the context of television or radio broadcasting. It denotes a specific frequency or wavelength through which signals are transmitted. In everyday conversation, it can be used to describe different TV channels or radio frequencies that one might tune into.
When to use 频道
Be careful not to confuse 频道 with similar terms like 频率 (pín lǜ), which means frequency in a broader context. 频道 is often used in media contexts, so it's more common in informal conversations about TV shows and radio stations. The correct tone is crucial; mispronouncing it might cause misunderstandings.
频道 or something close to it
频道 (píndào) vs 网络 (wǎngluò) — use 频道 for specific broadcast channels, while 网络 refers to the broader concept of the internet or network.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 频道 with 频道的 (pín dào de) when trying to say 'the channel's'. For example, saying '我喜欢频道的节目' is incorrect; the correct form is '我喜欢这个频道的节目'.
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Grammar Patterns of 频道
频道 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.
Complete the Sentence
这部连续剧每周五晚上10点30分在第4____播出。
The series goes out at 30pm, Fridays, on Channel
Example Sentences for 频道 (5)
Frequently Asked Questions about 频道
频道 specifically refers to channels in broadcasting, while 频率 refers to frequency more generally, such as in scientific contexts.
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