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帐子 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
帐子zhàngzimosquito netHSK 7, unknown, 10 strokes, rank #66699, Very Hard
zhàngzi(zhang4zi5) T4
  1. 1mosquito net
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March 24, 2026

帐子(帳子)zhàngzi(zhang4zi5)

帐子 (zhàng zi) refers to a mosquito net, which is a protective netting used to shield individuals from insect bites, especially in regions where mosquitoes are prevalent. It is commonly used in sleeping arrangements, particularly in rural areas or during camping, to ensure a more comfortable and safe environment.

Strokes10Frequency#66699DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In rural China, especially during summer months, using a mosquito net is a common practice to protect against malaria and dengue fever, reflecting the importance of health and comfort in daily life.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large '帐' (zhàng) that hangs down like a curtain, creating a protective '子' (zi) space inside. Picture yourself comfortably sleeping under this net, safe from pesky mosquitoes buzzing around, helping you remember that '帐子' means mosquito net.

Meanings of 帐子

zhàngzi(zhang4zi5)
1mosquito net
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About 帐子

帐子Simplified
帳子Traditional
10Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
顶Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 帐子

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 帐子 with other similar-sounding words. It's typically used in informal contexts, especially when discussing camping or outdoor activities. Pay attention to the tone of the word; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 帐子 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, students should focus on understanding the components of the word: 帐 (zhàng) suggests a covering, and 子 (zi) is a common suffix for nouns. This can help when learning related vocabulary like '帐篷' (tent).

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly pronounce it as 'zhang zi' instead of the correct 'zhàng zi'. Another common mistake is using it in the wrong context, such as saying '帐子' when referring to a tent instead of a mosquito net.

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Component Characters

帐zhàngcovering veil
7 strokes巾
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子zison
HSK 33 strokes子
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How to say mosquito net in Chinese

“mosquito net” in Chinese is帐子zhàngzi

帐子 (zhàng zi) refers to a mosquito net, which is a protective netting used to shield individuals from insect bites, especially in regions where mosquitoes are prevalent. It is commonly used in sleeping arrangements, particularly in rural areas or during camping, to ensure a more comfortable and safe environment.

When to use 帐子

Common mistakes include confusing 帐子 with other similar-sounding words. It's typically used in informal contexts, especially when discussing camping or outdoor activities. Pay attention to the tone of the word; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly pronounce it as 'zhang zi' instead of the correct 'zhàng zi'. Another common mistake is using it in the wrong context, such as saying '帐子' when referring to a tent instead of a mosquito net.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 帐子

While 帐子 specifically refers to mosquito nets, in some contexts it can also refer to any type of covering or tent.

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