Meanings of 誕
By ear
Play it, then pick what 誕 means.
About 誕
Podcast: 誕
Podcast: 誕
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 誕
Be careful not to confuse 誕 with other similar-sounding words like 但 (dàn), which means 'but.' 誕 is more formal and is often used in celebratory contexts like '生日快乐' (Happy Birthday) or in literary texts. Ensure proper pronunciation, focusing on the falling tone.
Although 誕 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK Level 3 words related to life events, such as 生日 (shēngrì, birthday). Focus on the context of celebrations and the emotional aspects of birth when learning this character.
Learners often confuse 誕 (dàn) with 但 (dàn), leading to miscommunication. For example, saying '我誕很高兴' (Wǒ dàn hěn gāoxìng) instead of '我很高兴' (Wǒ hěn gāoxìng) which means 'I am very happy' is incorrect.
Pronunciation of 誕
Drill the tone of 誕 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 誕 to You
Let me explain 誕 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 誕 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Etymology of 誕
Phonosemantic compound. 讠 represents the meaning and 延 represents the sound. Simplified form of 誕.
speech
Origin
誕 = 言 + 延. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 誕
Parts
Which of these is part of 誕?
How to say to give birth, to bear children; birth, birthday in Chinese
“to give birth, to bear children; birth, birthday” in Chinese is誕
The character 誕 (dàn) primarily means 'to give birth' or 'to bear children.' It is commonly used in contexts related to birth, such as birthdays and the act of giving birth, and carries a sense of new beginnings and celebrations associated with life events.
When to use 誕
Be careful not to confuse 誕 with other similar-sounding words like 但 (dàn), which means 'but.' 誕 is more formal and is often used in celebratory contexts like '生日快乐' (Happy Birthday) or in literary texts. Ensure proper pronunciation, focusing on the falling tone.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 誕 (dàn) with 但 (dàn), leading to miscommunication. For example, saying '我誕很高兴' (Wǒ dàn hěn gāoxìng) instead of '我很高兴' (Wǒ hěn gāoxìng) which means 'I am very happy' is incorrect.
Write 誕
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 誕 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 誕?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Word Family of 誕
Words with 誕
What does 圣诞 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 誕
You can say '我生日在八月' (Wǒ shēngrì zài bā yuè) which means 'My birthday is in August.'
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 誕?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.