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March 24, 2026
汾fén(fen2)
汾 (fén) refers specifically to the Fen River, which is located in Shanxi province, China. It is significant in both geographical and cultural contexts as it flows through an area rich in history and natural beauty. The river is often mentioned in literary works and is a symbol of the region.
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Cultural Note
The Fen River has played a vital role in the development of Shanxi province, influencing local agriculture and trade throughout history. It is often celebrated in poetry and is an important cultural landmark for the region's inhabitants.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 汾 (fén) as depicting water (水) flowing through the land (土). Imagine the Fen River, which carries stories and historical events along its banks, helping you to remember 'fén' as the river's name.
Meanings of 汾
fén(fen2)
1a river in Shanxi province
2name of a river
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About 汾
汾Simplified
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氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
汾 is typically used in formal contexts, such as geographical discussions or historical texts. Common collocations include 汾河 (Fen River) and phrases related to the river's significance. Be careful with the tone; 'fén' has a rising tone that can be confused with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
While 汾 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to geographical terms that are essential for higher-level learners. Pay attention to context clues when reading texts that mention rivers or locations in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 汾 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage in sentences. For example, using '分' (fēn) instead of '汾' when discussing the river would be incorrect; always remember 'fén' for the Fen River.
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Etymology of 汾
Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声å—)~80-90% of characters
Explanation
Phonosemantic compound. 氵 represents the meaning and 分 represents the sound.
汾 = 氵 + 分. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 汾
IDS Structure⿰氵分
汾Full Character
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氵shui3
left
分fen1
right
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How to say a river in Shanxi province in Chinese
“a river in Shanxi province” in Chinese is汾fén
汾 (fén) refers specifically to the Fen River, which is located in Shanxi province, China. It is significant in both geographical and cultural contexts as it flows through an area rich in history and natural beauty. The river is often mentioned in literary works and is a symbol of the region.
When to use 汾
汾 is typically used in formal contexts, such as geographical discussions or historical texts. Common collocations include 汾河 (Fen River) and phrases related to the river's significance. Be careful with the tone; 'fén' has a rising tone that can be confused with other similar-sounding words.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 汾 with similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage in sentences. For example, using '分' (fēn) instead of '汾' when discussing the river would be incorrect; always remember 'fén' for the Fen River.
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Word Family of 汾
Words Containing This Character12
汾fénname of a river
临汾Linfen prefecture-level city in Shanxi 山西臨汾
临汾市Linfen prefecture-level city in Shanxi 山西臨汾市
汾酒Fenjiu (sorghum-based Chinese liquor)
汾河Fen River
汾阳Fenyang county level city in Lüliang 呂梁|吕梁[Lǚliáng], Shanxi 山西汾陽
襄汾县Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi襄汾縣
汾阳市Fenyang county level city in Lüliang 呂梁|吕梁[Lǚliáng], Shanxi 山西汾陽市
汾西县Fengxi county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi汾西縣
汾西Fengxi county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi
襄汾Xiangfen county in Linfen 臨汾|临汾[Línfén], Shanxi
临汾地区Linfen prefecture in Shanxi臨汾地區
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Frequently Asked Questions about 汾
汾 refers to the Fen River in Shanxi province, a significant geographical feature.
汾 is less common in everyday conversation but appears frequently in historical and regional contexts.
汾 is pronounced with a rising tone, as 'fén'.
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