unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīng
betel nut
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīng
Taiwan pr. [bin1]
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīn
betel-nut, areca nut
n, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīn
betel palm (Areca catechu)
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīn
betel nut
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
槟
bīn
Taiwan pr. [bin1]
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 木, rank #49840, Very Hard
bīn(bin1)
primary
T1
1betel-nut, areca nut
2betel palm (Areca catechu)
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March 24, 2026
槟(檳)bīn(bin1)
The character 槟 (bīn) refers to the betel nut, which is the seed of the areca palm and commonly chewed in various cultures for its stimulating effects. In Taiwan, it is particularly popular and is often associated with social gatherings and traditional practices. The term can also refer to the betel palm itself, a tree that thrives in tropical regions.
Strokes14Radical木Frequency#49840DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Taiwan, chewing betel nut is a common social activity, often linked to local customs and hospitality. It is also seen in various cultural performances and local markets, showcasing its significance in Taiwanese daily life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a palm tree (the radical '木' represents wood) growing in a tropical paradise, where people are enjoying a lively gathering while chewing on the bright red betel nuts. The pronunciation 'bīn' sounds like 'bean,' and you can visualize a green bean-shaped nut being passed around among friends.
Meanings of 槟
bīn(bin1)
primary
1betel-nut, areca nut
2betel palm (Areca catechu)
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About 槟
槟Simplified
檳Traditional
14Strokes
木Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
Be aware that 槟 is more commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in Taiwan. Learners may confuse it with similar-sounding words, so pay attention to context. Also, note that the character is specific to the betel nut and should not be used interchangeably with other nuts or seeds.
HSK Study Tips
While 槟 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary list, it can be useful for learners focusing on Taiwanese culture or tropical plants. Students should focus on recognizing the character in texts related to food and cultural practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 槟 with other food-related characters, such as nuts or seeds. For example, using it to refer to peanuts (花生) instead of specifically to betel nuts can lead to miscommunication.
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Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 宾 represents the sound. Simplified form of 檳.
1The meaning half木 carries the sense.
2The sound half宾 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaytree
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 槟?
Decomposition of 槟
IDS Structure⿰木宾
槟Full Character
=
木Mu4
left
宾bin1
right
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How to say betel-nut, areca nut in Chinese
“betel-nut, areca nut” in Chinese is槟bīng
The character 槟 (bīn) refers to the betel nut, which is the seed of the areca palm and commonly chewed in various cultures for its stimulating effects. In Taiwan, it is particularly popular and is often associated with social gatherings and traditional practices. The term can also refer to the betel palm itself, a tree that thrives in tropical regions.
When to use 槟
Be aware that 槟 is more commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in Taiwan. Learners may confuse it with similar-sounding words, so pay attention to context. Also, note that the character is specific to the betel nut and should not be used interchangeably with other nuts or seeds.
What learners get wrong
Learners might confuse 槟 with other food-related characters, such as nuts or seeds. For example, using it to refer to peanuts (花生) instead of specifically to betel nuts can lead to miscommunication.
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槟
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Grammar Patterns of 槟
槟 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我们美餐了一顿，还喝了一瓶香____。
We had a nice meal with a bottle of champagne.
Example Sentences for 槟 (10)
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1
我们美餐了一顿，还喝了一瓶香槟。
wǒ mén měi cān le yī dùn， ， huán hē le yī píng xiāng。
We had a nice meal with a bottle of champagne.
2
片刻之后，他们身边出现了一只装着香槟的冰桶。
piàn kè zhī hòu， ， tā mén shēn biān chū xiàn le yī zhī zhuāng zháo xiāng bīn de bīng。
A moment or two later champagne in an ice-bucket materialized beside them.
