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筻gànga place in Hunan provinceg, 13 strokes, radical ⺮
gàng(gang4) T4
  1. 1a place in Hunan province
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March 24, 2026

筻gàng(gang4)

The character 筻 (gàng) refers to a specific place in Hunan province, known for its scenic beauty and cultural significance. It is not commonly used in everyday language outside of geographical references, making it primarily relevant for geographic studies or travel contexts.

Strokes13Radical⺮
Cultural Note

Hunan province, where 筻 is located, is famous for its spicy cuisine and rich cultural heritage, including traditional festivals and local art forms. Familiarity with such locations can enhance your appreciation of Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 筻 as a 'bamboo' (竹) and 'place' (场) combined, where bamboo symbolizes the lush landscapes of Hunan. You can imagine standing in a beautiful bamboo grove, which helps recall both its meaning and the pronunciation 'gàng'.

Meanings of 筻

gàng(gang4)
1a place in Hunan province
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About 筻

筻Simplified
13Strokes
⺮Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This character is rarely used in conversation and is mostly relevant in geographic contexts. Be mindful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; its usage is quite specific to a location. It's also important to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 筻 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding its regional importance can enhance your knowledge of Chinese geography. Students should focus on recognizing place names and their pronunciation, which often incorporate tones like this one.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 筻 with other characters that have similar sounds or appearances. For example, mixing it up with '岗' (gǎng), which means 'hill' or 'post,' is common. Always remember that 筻 specifically refers to a place in Hunan.

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Etymology of 筻

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

bamboo

Semantic (meaning)⺮
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Phonetic (sound)更
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Origin

筻 = ⺮ + 更. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 筻

IDS Structure⿱⺮更
筻Full Character
=
⺮zhu2
top
更geng1
bottom
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Parts

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How to say a place in Hunan province in Chinese

“a place in Hunan province” in Chinese is筻gàng

The character 筻 (gàng) refers to a specific place in Hunan province, known for its scenic beauty and cultural significance. It is not commonly used in everyday language outside of geographical references, making it primarily relevant for geographic studies or travel contexts.

When to use 筻

This character is rarely used in conversation and is mostly relevant in geographic contexts. Be mindful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; its usage is quite specific to a location. It's also important to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 筻 with other characters that have similar sounds or appearances. For example, mixing it up with '岗' (gǎng), which means 'hill' or 'post,' is common. Always remember that 筻 specifically refers to a place in Hunan.

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It is primarily used to refer to a specific location in Hunan and is not commonly found in everyday conversation.

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