盞 (zhǎn) - A small cup or bowl & a measure word for lamps and liquids

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zhǎn ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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盞 · zhǎn

A small cup or bowl;

a measure word for lamps and liquids;

a vessel for drinking tea or wine.

A small cup or bowla measure word for lamps and liquidsa vessel for drinking tea or wine.

Usage highlights

A cup of teaA lampA cup of wineA bright lampAn oil lampA cup of clear tea

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 桶— bucket, barrel (large container)
  • 缸— vat, jar (very large container)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • A cup of tea(一盏茶)
  • A bright lamp(明灯一盏)
  • Pour a cup of wine(斟酒一盏)
  • An oil lamp(油灯一盏)

Collocations

  • A cup of tea(一盏茶)
  • A lamp(一盏灯)
  • A cup of wine(一盏酒)
  • A bright lamp(明灯一盏)
  • An oil lamp(油灯一盏)
  • A cup of clear tea(清茶一盏)

Idioms

  • Not a single lamp remains lit(一盏孤灯也无)
  • A cup of sobering tea(一盏醒酒茶)
  • The lamp of wisdom(智慧之盏)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally used as a measure word for lamps and drinking vessels in classical Chinese.
  • Evokes imagery of quiet study, tea ceremony, or solitary contemplation.
  • Associated with warmth, illumination, and hospitality in Chinese culture.

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