Learn a Chinese Character - 搬

1. Character Basics

Radical: 扌 (hand)

Stroke Count: 13

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2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: bān (first tone)

3. Meaning

The character 搬 means "to move," "to carry," or "to transport." It is often used to describe the act of moving objects or relocating.

4. Common Words

• 搬家 (bān jiā): to move house
• 搬运 (bān yùn): to transport; to carry
• 搬走 (bān zǒu): to move away

5. Grammar & Usage

The character 搬 is commonly used as a verb to describe the act of moving or carrying something. It can also be used in compound words related to relocation or transportation.

6. Cultural Background

In Chinese culture, 搬 is often associated with the act of moving house, which is considered a significant life event. It is common to hire professional movers (搬运工) for this purpose.

7. Example Sentence

8. Memory Tips

Think of 搬 as a character that involves using hands (扌) to move or carry something. The radical 扌 can remind you of physical action.