屏障

píng zhàng

CL 层 céng 道 dào

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

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Definitions

1. barrier

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 防线 fáng xiàn 防线 fáng xiàn defensive line or perimeter 防线 means defense line, which can serve as a barrier.: defensive line or perimeter
• 保护伞 bǎo hù sǎn 保护伞 bǎo hù sǎn protective umbrella 保护伞 means protective umbrella, a metaphor for a shield or barrier.: protective umbrella

Usage notes

Common mistakes

屏障 often describes a natural or defensive barrier, not small everyday objects like fences. Using it for a simple fence may sound odd.

Formality

屏障 is formal; in casual speech, use simpler words like 障碍 for obstacle or 墙 for wall.

Example Sentences

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这座山是城市的天然 屏障 。

This mountain is a natural barrier for the city.

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Words Containing 屏障

• 脑血管屏障 脑血管屏障 nǎo xuè guǎn píng zhàng: blood brain barrier

Child Words of 屏障

• 屏 屏 bīng: see 屏營|屏营[bīng yíng]
• 屏 屏 bǐng: to get rid of
• 屏 屏 píng: (standing) screen
• 障 障 zhàng: to block