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坫 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
坫diàna stand on which to replace goblets after drinkingg, 8 strokes, radical 土
坫diànstand for gobletsunknown, 8 strokes, radical 土
diàn(dian4) T4
  1. 1a stand on which to replace goblets after drinking
  2. 2stand for goblets
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March 24, 2026

坫diàn(dian4)

The character 坫 (diàn) refers to a stand or table used for placing goblets or cups after drinking. This word is typically associated with traditional Chinese dining customs, where goblets might be exchanged or replaced during a meal or ceremony. It conveys a sense of hospitality and the importance of ritual in social drinking contexts.

Strokes8Radical土
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, the act of drinking and the ceremonial use of goblets is deeply embedded in social practices and celebrations, reflecting respect and friendship among participants. The stand 坫 symbolizes the orderly way in which drinks are exchanged and shared.

Memory Tip

Imagine a table (stands) where guests place their goblets after a toast, making space for more drinks. The character 坫 features the 'earth' radical 土 at the bottom, suggesting a solid, stable surface, while the top part can remind you of a 'roof' over a table, providing a place for drinks.

Meanings of 坫

diàn(dian4)
1a stand on which to replace goblets after drinking
2stand for goblets
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About 坫

坫Simplified
8Strokes
土Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 坫

Usage Notes

This word is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of using it in informal settings as it might sound overly sophisticated. It is often paired with terms related to dining or drinking, such as 酒 (jiǔ, alcohol) and 杯 (bēi, cup).

HSK Study Tips

Although 坫 is not part of the HSK curriculum, it can be a useful addition for learners interested in cultural and culinary vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding its usage in the context of traditional meals and ceremonies, which can enhance their comprehension of Chinese dining etiquette.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 坫 with other similar-sounding characters. For example, using 'diàn' incorrectly in place of '店' (diàn, store) can lead to misunderstandings. Ensure you focus on the context of dining when using 坫.

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Etymology of 坫

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

earth

Semantic (meaning)土
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Phonetic (sound)占
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Case file: 坫

  1. 1The meaning half土 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half占 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayearth
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 坫

IDS Structure⿰土占
坫Full Character
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土Tu3
left
占zhan1
right
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How to say a stand on which to replace goblets after drinking in Chinese

“a stand on which to replace goblets after drinking” in Chinese is坫diàn

The character 坫 (diàn) refers to a stand or table used for placing goblets or cups after drinking. This word is typically associated with traditional Chinese dining customs, where goblets might be exchanged or replaced during a meal or ceremony. It conveys a sense of hospitality and the importance of ritual in social drinking contexts.

When to use 坫

This word is relatively formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be cautious of using it in informal settings as it might sound overly sophisticated. It is often paired with terms related to dining or drinking, such as 酒 (jiǔ, alcohol) and 杯 (bēi, cup).

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 坫 with other similar-sounding characters. For example, using 'diàn' incorrectly in place of '店' (diàn, store) can lead to misunderstandings. Ensure you focus on the context of dining when using 坫.

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Word Family of 坫

Words Containing This Character1
坫diànstand for goblets
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 坫

No, 坫 is more relevant in formal or traditional contexts, especially related to dining.

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