classifier for gifts, newspaper, magazine, papers, reports, contracts etc
HSK 4, q, 6 strokes, radical 亻, rank #349, Medium
份
fèn
job, part, role; duty
HSK 4, q, 6 strokes, radical 亻, rank #349, Medium
fèn(fen4) T4
1classifier for gifts, newspaper, magazine, papers, reports, contracts etc
2job, part, role; duty
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March 24, 2026
份fèn(fen4)
The character 份 (fèn) is primarily used as a classifier in Mandarin, denoting a portion or part of something, such as gifts, newspapers, or reports. It can also refer to a duty or role within a job context. In everyday usage, it signifies the idea of division or distribution, often implying a share in something larger.
Strokes6Radical亻Frequency#349DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of sharing and giving is significant, especially during festivals and celebrations. The use of 份 in the context of gifts emphasizes the importance of thoughtfulness in sharing among family and friends.
Memory Tip
Think of 份 (fèn) as a 'fun' part of something you receive. Imagine receiving a gift with a tag that says '1 fun part of this package' to help remember both its meaning and pronunciation. The character has a horizontal line at the top, resembling a portion being sliced off from a whole.
Meanings of 份
fèn(fen4)
1classifier for gifts, newspaper, magazine, papers, reports, contracts etc
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AI Study Notes for 份
Quick Contrast
份 (fèn) vs 部 (bù) — use 份 when referring to a share or portion, while 部 is more about a division or section of a whole.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 份 (fèn) as a 'fun' part of something you receive. Imagine receiving a gift with a tag that says '1 fun part of this package' to help remember both its meaning and pronunciation. The character has a horizontal line at the top, resembling a portion being sliced off from a whole.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 份 with 分 (fēn), which means to divide or to share. It's important to use 份 as a classifier when referring to a specific quantity of items, such as '三份报纸' (three newspapers). In formal contexts, ensure you use 份 appropriately to denote roles or responsibilities.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 份 connects well with other classifiers like 个 (gè) and 条 (tiáo). Students should focus on understanding the context in which 份 is used, especially in terms of roles and responsibilities in professional settings, which often appear in reading and listening exercises.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of sharing and giving is significant, especially during festivals and celebrations. The use of 份 in the context of gifts emphasizes the importance of thoughtfulness in sharing among family and friends.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 份 when referring to quantities in a general sense, such as saying '一份东西' (a part of something) when they should say '一件东西' (a piece of something). Always ensure you're using the correct classifier based on context.
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Grammar Patterns of 份
份 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. 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.
bǎ tā rēng jìn yóu tǒng， ， yào bù rán jiù ràng nǐ de mì shū fā fèn chuán。
Pop it in the post, or get your secretary to fax it.
4
6月份的出口额上升了1.5%，创下309.1亿美元的历史最高纪录。
6 6 yuè fèn de chū kǒu é shàng shēng1.5%， le 1.5%，309.1 chuàng xià 309.1 yì měi yuán de lì shǐ zuì。
Exports in June rose 5% to a record $91 billion.
5
我想我得到的这份工作是其中最繁重的工作之一。
wǒ xiǎng wǒ dé dào de zhè fèn gōng zuò shì qí zhōng zuì fán zhòng de gōng zuò zhī yī。
I think I've got one of the most stressful jobs there is.
6
这份报社的工作让我日复一日地做着同样的事。
zhè fèn bào shè de gōng zuò ràng wǒ rì fù yī rì dì zuò zháo tóng yàng de shì。
The newspaper job had me doing the same thing day after day.
7
这份杂志没必要出现那种语言。
zhè fèn zá zhì méi bì yào chū xiàn nà zhǒng yǔ yán。
There'sno need for that kind of language in this magazine.
8
这份报告并未收到热烈的反响。
zhè fèn bào gào bìng wèi shōu dào rè liè de fǎn xiǎng。
The report had not been received with undiluted enthusiasm.
9
看看这份失实的警方报告吧，它忽略或歪曲了关键的事实。
kàn kàn zhè fèn shī shí de jǐng fāng bào gào bā， ， tā hū lüè huò wāi qū le guān jiàn de shì。
Look at the false police reports that omitted or misstated crucial facts.
10
这份意外的礼物是为了感谢我们给予的帮助。
zhè fèn yì wài de lǐ wù shì wéi le gǎn xiè wǒ mén gěi yú de bāng zhù。
The surprise gift is a thankyou for our help.
Cultural Notes for 份
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of sharing and giving is significant, especially during festivals and celebrations. The use of 份 in the context of gifts emphasizes the importance of thoughtfulness in sharing among family and friends.
Word Family of 份
Words Containing This Character20
份fènto divide
身份shēnfènidentity
月份yuèfènmonth
股份gǔfènstock
身份证shēnfènzhèngID身份證
份额fèn’éshare份額
股份有限公司corporation
份子one's share of a gift price
省份province
备份bèifènbackup備份
年份particular year
份儿degree份兒
股份公司joint-stock company
一月份January
三月份March
四月份April
五月份May
九月份September
六月份June
十月份October
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 份
Yes, 份 can be used on its own in contexts referring to roles or duties, for example, '他的份是经理' (His role is manager).
No, while 份 is commonly used for physical items like newspapers, it can also refer to non-physical concepts like roles or responsibilities.
You can associate it with ‘fun’ to help recall that it is pronounced 'fèn', linking the enjoyment of receiving parts of gifts.
