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March 24, 2026
池塘chítáng(chi2tang2)
池塘 refers to a small body of water, typically smaller than a lake, where fish, plants, and other aquatic life can thrive. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, gardening, and recreational activities, such as fishing or picnicking by the water. In Chinese culture, ponds are often associated with tranquility and harmony in landscape design.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese gardens, ponds (池塘) are integral elements that symbolize harmony and balance, often accompanied by koi fish and lotus flowers, reflecting the deep cultural appreciation for nature and aesthetics.
Memory Tip
Imagine a serene pond (池塘) surrounded by lush greenery. The first character 池 (chi2) looks like a pool with water (the radical 氵 means water) and is pronounced like 'chi'—think of 'chill' by the pool. The second character 塘 (tang2) resembles a flat surface where the pond lies, and you can remember it as the place where one 'tang' (sounds like 'tongue') gracefully dips in to taste the water.
Meanings of 池塘
chítáng(chi2tang2)
1pool
2pond
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About 池塘
池塘Simplified
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池 (pond) vs 湖 (lake) — choose 池塘 for smaller water bodies, while 湖 refers to larger lakes.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a serene pond (池塘) surrounded by lush greenery. The first character 池 (chi2) looks like a pool with water (the radical 氵 means water) and is pronounced like 'chi'—think of 'chill' by the pool. The second character 塘 (tang2) resembles a flat surface where the pond lies, and you can remember it as the place where one 'tang' (sounds like 'tongue') gracefully dips in to taste the water.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 池塘 with other water-related terms like 湖 (lake) or 河 (river), which refer to larger bodies of water. While 池塘 is generally used in informal contexts, it can also appear in literature and poetry, emphasizing nature's beauty. Remember to use the correct tone: 池塘 (chi2 tang2) with the second tone for 'pond.'
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 池塘 connects to other nature-related vocabulary, such as 河 (river) and 湖 (lake). Focus on using it in descriptive sentences to enhance your vocabulary about natural landscapes, and practice differentiating it from similar terms.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese gardens, ponds (池塘) are integral elements that symbolize harmony and balance, often accompanied by koi fish and lotus flowers, reflecting the deep cultural appreciation for nature and aesthetics.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 池塘 with other water-related terms due to similar meanings. For example, saying '我去湖 (湖)' instead of '我去池塘 (池塘)' when referring to a small pond incorrectly uses the term for a larger lake.
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Grammar Patterns of 池塘
池塘 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 2 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.
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____表面有一层黏腻腻的污泥。
There was an unappealing film of slime on top of the pond.
Example Sentences for 池塘 (4)
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池塘表面有一层黏腻腻的污泥。
chí táng biǎo miàn yǒu yī céng nián nì nì de wū ní。
There was an unappealing film of slime on top of the pond.
2
他的池塘里长满了恣意蔓生的杂草。
tā de chí táng lǐ cháng mǎn le zì yì màn shēng de zá cǎo。
His pond has been choked by the fast-growing weed.
3
往池塘里扔块鹅卵石就会激起一片涟漪。
wǎng chí táng lǐ rēng kuài é luǎn shí jiù huì jī qǐ yī piàn lián yī。
You throw a pebble in a pool and it ripples.
4
池塘覆盖了一层易碎的冰.
chí táng fù gài le yī céng yì suì de bīng.
The pond was covered in a brittle layer of ice.
Cultural Notes for 池塘
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese gardens, ponds (池塘) are integral elements that symbolize harmony and balance, often accompanied by koi fish and lotus flowers, reflecting the deep cultural appreciation for nature and aesthetics.
Frequently Asked Questions about 池塘
池塘 (pond) refers to a smaller body of water, while 湖 (lake) denotes a larger one.
池塘 is mostly used in informal settings or literature, while 湖 is more appropriate for formal discussions.
Make sure to use the second tones for both characters: chi2 tang2.
