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帐篷zhàngpengtentHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #4817, Very Hard
zhàngpeng(zhang4peng5)zhang peng T4
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March 24, 2026

帐篷(帳篷)zhàngpeng(zhang4peng5)

帐篷 (zhàngpéng) refers to a tent, which is a temporary structure used for shelter, often during outdoor activities such as camping. It is commonly used in contexts related to travel, outdoor events, or festivals, and can be pitched in various environments, from beaches to mountains.

Strokes23Frequency#4817DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

Tents are a significant part of traditional Chinese nomadic cultures, especially among ethnic groups in Inner Mongolia, where they are often used during seasonal migrations. The concept of camping has also gained popularity in urban China as a leisure activity.

Memory tip

Imagine a '張' (zhāng) of fabric stretched out in the shape of a tent, with '篷' (péng) sounding like 'pong', as if someone is playing a game in the tent. Visualize friends gathering under this fabric structure during a camping trip.

Meanings of 帐篷

zhàngpeng(zhang4peng5)
1tent
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帐篷Simplified
帳篷Traditional
23Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4817Frequency Rank
顶Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Be careful with the tones; it is 'zhàng' (4th tone) and 'péng' (5th tone). Common collocations include '搭帐篷' (set up a tent) and '露营帐篷' (camping tent). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts; it's more informal and practical.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 帐篷 connects to themes of travel and outdoor activities, which are common in advanced vocabulary. Students should focus on phrases related to camping or outdoor experiences to enhance contextual understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 帐篷 with other camping-related terms, such as '睡袋' (sleeping bag) or '野营' (camping). Ensure you use 帐篷 specifically for the tent structure, not for other camping gear.

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How to say tent in Chinese

“tent” in Chinese is帐篷zhàngpeng

帐篷 (zhàngpéng) refers to a tent, which is a temporary structure used for shelter, often during outdoor activities such as camping. It is commonly used in contexts related to travel, outdoor events, or festivals, and can be pitched in various environments, from beaches to mountains.

When to use 帐篷

Be careful with the tones; it is 'zhàng' (4th tone) and 'péng' (5th tone). Common collocations include '搭帐篷' (set up a tent) and '露营帐篷' (camping tent). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts; it's more informal and practical.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 帐篷 with other camping-related terms, such as '睡袋' (sleeping bag) or '野营' (camping). Ensure you use 帐篷 specifically for the tent structure, not for other camping gear.

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Grammar patterns of 帐篷

帐篷 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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据说____的缝合处快炸线了。

The camps are said to be bursting at the seams.

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据说帐篷的缝合处快炸线了。

jùshuō zhàngpeng de fénghé chǔ kuài zhá xiàn le。

The camps are said to be bursting at the seams.
2
他们搭好帐篷,准备过夜。

tāmen dā hǎo zhàngpeng, zhǔnbèi guò yè。

They put up their tents and settled down for the night.
3
风很大,我们必须把帐篷固定好.

fēng hěn dà, wǒmen bìxū bǎ zhàngpeng gùdìng hǎo.

We must hold down the tents because of the strong wind.
4
有些人住在建筑质量很差的宿舍里,甚至帐篷里。

yǒuxiē rén zhùzài jiànzhù zhìliàng hěn chà de sùshè lǐ, shènzhì zhàngpeng lǐ。

Some are living in poorly built dormitories, even in tents.
5
妈妈想知道你们是否还有那顶双人帐篷。

māma xiǎng zhīdào nǐmen shìfǒu háiyǒu nà dǐng shuāng rén zhàngpeng。

Mom wants to know if you guys still have that two-person tent.
6
他将球直接打进迎宾帐篷里。

tā jiāng qiú zhíjiē dǎ jìn yíng bīn zhàngpeng lǐ。

He struck the ball straight into the hospitality tents.
7
医院旁搭起了帐篷以安置容纳不下的人员。

yīyuàn páng dā qǐ le zhàngpeng yǐ ānzhì róngnà búxià de rényuán。

Tents have been set up next to hospitals to handle the overflow.
8
一些小东西在帐篷四周的草丛里窸窸窣窣地动着。

yìxiē xiǎo dōngxi zài zhàngpeng sìzhōu de cǎocóng lǐ xī xī sū sū dì dòng zhe。

Small things stirred in the grass around the tent.
9
我们在树林里东走西跑,找个地方搭帐篷.

wǒmen zài shùlín lǐ dōng zǒu xī pǎo, zhǎo gè dìfang dā zhàngpeng.

We ranged the woods looking for a place to set up our tents.
10
他挥手让仆人们退到帐篷外。

tā huī shǒu ràng pū rénmen tuì dào zhàngpeng wài。

He waved the servants out of the tent.

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Cultural Notes for 帐篷

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In Western cultures, camping often includes a variety of tent types and styles, while in China, traditional tents reflect specific cultural practices and uses, especially in rural and nomadic communities.

Frequently asked questions about 帐篷

帐篷 is a general term for tent, while 露营帐篷 specifically refers to a camping tent.

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