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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
地段dìduànsectionHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #20090, Very Hard, urban planning, real estate
地段dìduàndistrictHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #20090, Very Hard
dìduàn(di4duan4)di duan T4
  1. 1section
  2. 2district
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March 24, 2026

地段dìduàn(di4duan4)

The term '地段' refers to a specific section or district, often used in the context of real estate or urban planning. It denotes an area characterized by particular features, such as residential, commercial, or industrial zoning, and is commonly used to discuss property values and location advantages.

Strokes15Frequency#20090DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

'地段' plays a significant role in Chinese real estate culture, where the value of properties is heavily influenced by their location. In cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the '地段' can dictate not just price but also social status.

Memory tip

Imagine a segmented pie (地) representing different districts (段) in a city, each slice showcasing unique features. The pronunciation 'di4 duan4' can be remembered by thinking of 'deed' and 'dune', where the deed is for a property in a specific district.

Meanings of 地段

dìduàn(di4duan4)
1section
2district
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地段Simplified
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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区域 (qūyù) - use '地段' when emphasizing a specific property location, while '区域' is broader, referring to any defined area.

Usage Notes

Be mindful that '地段' is often used in formal contexts, particularly in real estate discussions. A common mistake is to confuse it with '地区' (diqu), which emphasizes geographic regions rather than specific sections. Always consider the context when choosing between these terms.

HSK Study Tips

Although '地段' may not be explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects to the vocabulary related to real estate and urban development, which can be useful for intermediate learners. Focus on the context of usage to enhance understanding and fluency in discussions about locations.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse '地段' by applying it to informal contexts, leading to awkward phrasing. For instance, saying '我喜欢这个地段的食物' (I like the food in this district) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢这个地区的食物' (I like the food in this area).

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Component characters

地dìearth
HSK 26 strokes土
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段duànparagraph
HSK 39 strokes殳
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How to say section in Chinese

“section” in Chinese is地段dìduàn

The term '地段' refers to a specific section or district, often used in the context of real estate or urban planning. It denotes an area characterized by particular features, such as residential, commercial, or industrial zoning, and is commonly used to discuss property values and location advantages.

When to use 地段

Be mindful that '地段' is often used in formal contexts, particularly in real estate discussions. A common mistake is to confuse it with '地区' (diqu), which emphasizes geographic regions rather than specific sections. Always consider the context when choosing between these terms.

地段 or something close to it

区域 (qūyù) - use '地段' when emphasizing a specific property location, while '区域' is broader, referring to any defined area.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse '地段' by applying it to informal contexts, leading to awkward phrasing. For instance, saying '我喜欢这个地段的食物' (I like the food in this district) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢这个地区的食物' (I like the food in this area).

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You can say, '这个地段非常适合投资' (This district is very suitable for investment).

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