Learn a Chinese Character - 傍

汉字:

1. Character Basics

Radical: 亻 (person)

Stroke Count: 12

Stroke Order:

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2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: bàng (fourth tone)

3. Meaning

To be near; to approach; to rely on.

4. Common Words

5. Grammar & Usage

Used as a verb to indicate being near or relying on something.

6. Cultural Background

In Chinese culture, 傍晚 (evening) is often associated with relaxation and family time.

7. Example Sentence

傍晚时分,我们去散步。
In the evening, we went for a walk.

8. Memory Tips

Think of 傍 as "leaning on" something, like a person leaning on a wall.