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March 24, 2026
停泊tíngbó(ting2bo2)
停泊 (tíng bó) refers to the action of anchoring a ship or boat in a designated area, typically at a port or harbor. It is commonly used in maritime contexts and implies a temporary stop for vessels, where they secure themselves to avoid drifting.
Frequency#20301DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of mooring a ship is significant, especially in coastal cities where fishing and trade are central to local economies. The act of anchoring is not just practical but also symbolic of stability and safety.
Memory Tip
Imagine a ship gently 'ting' (停) to a stop and 'bo' (泊) at the harbor, where it rests peacefully at anchor. Visualize the ship dropping its anchor into the water, creating a calm scene, making it easier to remember the sound and meaning of 停泊.
Meanings of 停泊
tíngbó(ting2bo2)
1to anchor
2anchorage
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About 停泊
停泊Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#20301Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
停靠 (tíngkào) - use 停泊 for anchoring in a designated area, while 停靠 implies docking at a port.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a ship gently 'ting' (停) to a stop and 'bo' (泊) at the harbor, where it rests peacefully at anchor. Visualize the ship dropping its anchor into the water, creating a calm scene, making it easier to remember the sound and meaning of 停泊.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 停泊 with similar terms like 停留 (tíng liú), which means to stay or remain in one place. While 停泊 is primarily used for ships, be cautious of using it in other contexts where it might not apply. Use this term in both formal and informal settings when discussing maritime activities.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 停泊 connects to other nautical vocabulary and phrases related to travel and transportation. Focus on mastering its usage in sentences and practice collocations with words like 船 (chuán - ship) and 港口 (gǎngkǒu - port).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of mooring a ship is significant, especially in coastal cities where fishing and trade are central to local economies. The act of anchoring is not just practical but also symbolic of stability and safety.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using 停泊 to refer to docking at a terminal, which is a more specific action. Instead, use 停靠 (tíng kào) to describe the action of docking or coming alongside a quay.
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Grammar Patterns of 停泊
停泊 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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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Complete the Sentence
这艘船____在离该半岛北部海岸不远的地方。
The boat was anchored off the northern coast of the peninsula.
Example Sentences for 停泊 (10)
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这艘船停泊在离该半岛北部海岸不远的地方。
zhè sōu chuán tíng bó zài lí gāi bàn dǎo běi bù hǎi àn bù yuǎn de dì fāng。
The boat was anchored off the northern coast of the peninsula.
2
帆船停泊在狭窄的水道上。
fān chuán tíng bó zài xiá zhǎi de shuǐ dào shàng。
Sailing boats lay at anchor in the narrow waterway.
The ship was permitted to tie up in Bos-ton harbour.
7
船停泊在南安普敦。
chuán tíng bó zài nán ān pǔ dūn。
The ship is berthed at Southampton.
8
码头停泊各式各样的船.
mǎ tóu tíng bó gè shì gè yàng de chuán.
There are all kinds of ships in a quay.
9
船乘浪前进 [ 停泊在港内 ].
chuán chéng làng qián jìn[ [ tíng bó zài gǎng].
The ship rode on the waves [ at anchor in the harbour ].
10
船在下午傍岸,要停泊两夜.
chuán zài xià wǔ bàng àn, , yào tíng bó liǎng.
In the afternoon the ship docked and anchored for two nights.
Cultural Notes for 停泊
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of mooring a ship is significant, especially in coastal cities where fishing and trade are central to local economies. The act of anchoring is not just practical but also symbolic of stability and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions about 停泊
No, 停泊 specifically refers to anchoring ships or boats. For cars, use 停车 (tíng chē).
It is more commonly used in maritime contexts, so it may not frequently appear in everyday conversations unless discussing travel or shipping.
The correct pronunciation is 'tíng bó', with the second syllable having a falling tone.
