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March 24, 2026
办(辦)bàn(ban4)
The character 办 (bàn) means 'to do' or 'to handle,' and is commonly used in contexts involving management or execution of tasks. It implies taking action to accomplish something, such as running an office, dealing with issues, or managing affairs.
Strokes4Radical力Frequency#630DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 办 is often associated with administrative processes, reflecting the importance of organization and efficiency in both business and personal contexts. The phrase 办事 (bàn shì) emphasizes the value of being proactive and responsible.
Memory Tip
Imagine a busy office where someone is 'banning' distractions to focus on work. The character 办 resembles a person with a hand (扌) actively engaging in managing tasks, reinforcing the idea of handling or doing something.
Meanings of 办
bàn(ban4)
1to do
2to manage
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About 办
办Simplified
辦Traditional
4Strokes
力Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#630Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2YCTL3HSKKL1CEFRA1
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AI Study Notes for 办
Quick Contrast
处理 (chǔlǐ) vs 办 (bàn): Use 办 when emphasizing the act of handling or managing tasks, while 处理 focuses more on the resolution or processing of issues.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a busy office where someone is 'banning' distractions to focus on work. The character 办 resembles a person with a hand (扌) actively engaging in managing tasks, reinforcing the idea of handling or doing something.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 办 with its synonyms like 做 (zuò), which is more about 'doing' in a general sense. 办 is often used in formal contexts, such as 办公室 (bàngōngshì - office) or 办理 (bànlǐ - to handle or process), so be mindful of the appropriate register.
HSK Study Tips
Although 办 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it is relevant for learners at HSK 3 and above due to its usage in practical situations. Focus on memorizing phrases like 办事 (bàn shì - to handle affairs) to see how it connects with everyday tasks.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 办 is often associated with administrative processes, reflecting the importance of organization and efficiency in both business and personal contexts. The phrase 办事 (bàn shì) emphasizes the value of being proactive and responsible.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 办 with the more general 做 (zuò), leading to phrases like 办做事 (bàn zuò shì) which is incorrect. The correct usage is simply 办事 (bàn shì) to mean 'to handle affairs.'
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Grammar Patterns of 办
办 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 7 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.
It's the wages that count. Not over-generous, but there you are.
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保持办公环境的整洁，尤其是你的桌子。
bǎo chí bàn gōng huán jìng de zhěng jié， ， yóu qí shì nǐ de zhuō。
Keep your office space looking good, particularly your desk.
9
农场主俱乐部是为农业界人士创办的组织。
nóng cháng zhǔ jù lè bù shì wéi nóng yè jiè rén shì chuàng bàn de zǔ zhī。
The Farmers' Club is an organisation for people involved in agriculture.
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他们办完行李托运，到候机室找了座位坐下。
tā mén bàn wán háng lǐ tuō yùn， ， dào hòu jī shì zhǎo le zuò wèi zuò。
They checked in their luggage and found seats in the departure lounge.
Cultural Notes for 办
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 办 is often associated with administrative processes, reflecting the importance of organization and efficiency in both business and personal contexts. The phrase 办事 (bàn shì) emphasizes the value of being proactive and responsible.
Word Family of 办
Compounds3
苏su1see 囉囌
协xie2to cooperate
胁xie2flank (the side of one's torso)
Words Containing This Character20
办法bànfǎmeans辦法
办bànto do辦
怎么办zěnmebànwhat's to be done怎麼辦
办公室bàngōngshìoffice辦公室
举办jǔbànto conduct舉辦
办理bànlǐto handle辦理
主办zhǔbànto organize主辦
办公bàngōngto handle official business辦公
办事bànshìto work辦事
办案to handle a case辦案
办学bànxuéto run a school辦學
创办chuàngbànto establish創辦
承办chéngbànto undertake承辦
开办kāibànto open開辦
民办mínbànprivately operated民辦
办到to accomplish辦到
办事处bànshìchùoffice辦事處
办公楼office building辦公樓
照办zhàobànto follow the rules照辦
申办shēnbànto apply for申辦
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Frequently Asked Questions about 办
办 is used more in contexts involving management or handling tasks, while 做 is more general and refers to doing any activity.
Yes, you can use 办 for personal matters like 办婚 (bàn hūn - to handle a wedding), but it is more formal.
Absolutely, 办 is frequently used in business contexts, especially in phrases like 办公 (bàngōng - to work in an office).
