How to Say
How to Write
pán
Meaning: plate
💡 Think of 'pan' (柈) as a flat pan-like plate.
Compounds

📚 Character Story & Explanation

柈 (pán) meaning in English —

柈 (pán) means 'plate' or 'tray', often used for serving food or holding items. It reflects the Chinese cultural emphasis on communal dining and the importance of vessels in daily life. The character is less common than 盘 (pán) but appears in classical texts and regional usage.

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