摊大饼 (tāndàbǐng) refers to a type of flatbread that is typically made by spreading dough thinly and cooking it on a flat surface. In a broader sense, it can also describe a situation where something is expanded or spread out in a way that becomes more significant or complicated, often used in discussions about projects or plans.
HSK 7, 24 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
摊大饼tāndàbǐng(tan1da4bing3)
摊大饼 (tāndàbǐng) refers to a type of flatbread that is typically made by spreading dough thinly and cooking it on a flat surface. In a broader sense, it can also describe a situation where something is expanded or spread out in a way that becomes more significant or complicated, often used in discussions about projects or plans.
Strokes24Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
摊大饼 is often associated with street food culture in China, where vendors spread dough on large surfaces to create popular snacks. This reflects the importance of communal eating and accessibility in Chinese food traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant pancake being spread out on a griddle—this pancake represents '大饼' (big pancake), while '摊' (to spread) captures the action of making it larger. Visualizing this process helps you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
About 摊大饼
摊大饼Simplified
24Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant pancake being spread out on a griddle—this pancake represents '大饼' (big pancake), while '摊' (to spread) captures the action of making it larger. Visualizing this process helps you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in informal contexts and can refer to both food and metaphorical situations. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding words, and remember that it can imply complexity when used metaphorically.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK 7, students should focus on using 摊大饼 in both its literal and metaphorical senses. Connecting it to other food-related vocabulary or phrases about planning can enhance retention and understanding.
Cultural Note
摊大饼 is often associated with street food culture in China, where vendors spread dough on large surfaces to create popular snacks. This reflects the importance of communal eating and accessibility in Chinese food traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 摊大饼 to refer only to the food item, ignoring its metaphorical use. For example, saying '我今天摊大饼' (I am spreading a big pancake today) might confuse listeners if the context is not food-related.
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Cultural Notes for 摊大饼
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摊大饼 is often associated with street food culture in China, where vendors spread dough on large surfaces to create popular snacks. This reflects the importance of communal eating and accessibility in Chinese food traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 摊大饼
It literally translates to 'spread big pancake'.
It's generally used in informal contexts, so it's better to avoid it in formal writing.
