栅栏

栅栏 (zhàlán) refers to a structure made of posts and rails, typically used to enclose or separate an area. It is similar to a fence or picket fence but often implies a more rigid or structured design.

The character 栅 (zhà) originally meant a row of wooden stakes or poles, while 栏 (lán) means a gate or barrier. Together, they form a compound meaning a structured enclosure or boundary.

栅栏 is commonly seen in rural or traditional settings, such as around gardens, farms, or properties. It can also be used metaphorically, such as in phrases like “心理栅栏” (xīnlǐ zhàlán), meaning