Meanings of 小贩
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 小贩
Podcast: 小贩
Podcast: 小贩
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 小贩
摊贩 (tān fàn) - use 小贩 for informal street vendors, while 摊贩 emphasizes the stall or stand aspect of the vendor.
Be careful with pronunciation; the third tone (xiǎo) and fourth tone (fàn) are crucial to convey the correct meaning. This term is generally informal and often used in everyday conversations about local cuisine or shopping. It is commonly collocated with food items, such as 小贩的食物 (xiǎo fàn de shí wù) meaning 'food from hawkers'.
Though 小贩 is not currently included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other HSK Level 3 words related to food and shopping. Focus on using this term in context with food-related vocabulary and practice conversations about markets and street food.
Learners often confuse 小贩 with 商贩 (shāng fàn), which is more formal and refers to merchants in shops. Remember, 小贩 is associated with street vendors, while 商贩 indicates a broader category of sellers.
Pronunciation of 小贩
Drill the tone of 小贩 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Component Characters
How to say peddler in Chinese
“peddler” in Chinese is小贩
小贩 (xiǎo fàn) refers to a peddler or hawker, typically someone who sells goods on the street or in public spaces. This term commonly describes vendors selling food, drinks, or small items, often in informal settings. The concept is integral to local markets and street food culture in China.
When to use 小贩
Be careful with pronunciation; the third tone (xiǎo) and fourth tone (fàn) are crucial to convey the correct meaning. This term is generally informal and often used in everyday conversations about local cuisine or shopping. It is commonly collocated with food items, such as 小贩的食物 (xiǎo fàn de shí wù) meaning 'food from hawkers'.
小贩 or something close to it
摊贩 (tān fàn) - use 小贩 for informal street vendors, while 摊贩 emphasizes the stall or stand aspect of the vendor.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 小贩 with 商贩 (shāng fàn), which is more formal and refers to merchants in shops. Remember, 小贩 is associated with street vendors, while 商贩 indicates a broader category of sellers.
Write 小贩
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 小贩 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions about 小贩
No, 小贩 is typically used in informal contexts when discussing street vendors or hawkers.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 小贩?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.