square (as in square foot, square mile, square root)
HSK 6, q, 9 strokes, rank #10242, Hard
píngfāng(ping2fang1) T2
1square (as in square foot, square mile, square root)
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March 24, 2026
平方píngfāng(ping2fang1)
平方 (píngfāng) refers to the concept of 'square' in various contexts, such as geometric shapes or units of area. It can also refer to mathematical operations like calculating the square of a number, and is widely used in measurements such as square feet or square miles.
Strokes9Frequency#10242DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding concepts like 平方 is crucial for students' academic success. The use of square measurements is prevalent in real estate and land evaluation in urban planning.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flat, even square (平) that represents a 'plain' or 'level' surface, and think of 'fang' (方) as the shape of a box or a square. Together, they form '平方', which helps you visualize the area of a square shape, making it easier to remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 平方
píngfāng(ping2fang1)
1square (as in square foot, square mile, square root)
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About 平方
平方Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10242Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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平方 (píngfāng) vs 立方 (lìfāng): Use 平方 for two-dimensional square measurements, while 立方 refers to three-dimensional cubic measurements.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 平方 with other area-related terms like 面积 (miànjī), which specifically means 'area' without the square implication. It's important to note that 平方 is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in mathematics and measurements.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 平方 connects with other mathematical and geometric terms, such as 立方 (lìfāng, 'cube') and 面积 (miànjī, 'area'). Students should focus on the mathematical context and practice using it in area calculations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 平方 with the similar-sounding word 平面 (píngmiàn), which means 'plane' or 'flat surface'. Remember that 平方 specifically refers to squares and square measurements.
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How to say square (as in square foot, square mile, square root) in Chinese
“square (as in square foot, square mile, square root)” in Chinese is平方píngfāng
平方 (píngfāng) refers to the concept of 'square' in various contexts, such as geometric shapes or units of area. It can also refer to mathematical operations like calculating the square of a number, and is widely used in measurements such as square feet or square miles.
When to use 平方
Common mistakes include confusing 平方 with other area-related terms like 面积 (miànjī), which specifically means 'area' without the square implication. It's important to note that 平方 is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in mathematics and measurements.
平方 or something close to it
平方 (píngfāng) vs 立方 (lìfāng): Use 平方 for two-dimensional square measurements, while 立方 refers to three-dimensional cubic measurements.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 平方 with the similar-sounding word 平面 (píngmiàn), which means 'plane' or 'flat surface'. Remember that 平方 specifically refers to squares and square measurements.
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Grammar Patterns of 平方
平方 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
菲律宾只剩下6,000____公里的森林了。
The Philippines has just 6,000 square kilometres of forest left.
