pung4篷
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Definition
Canopy, awning, or eaves; a protruding structure on a building providing shade and shelter from rain.
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How it's used
The character 篷 is rarely used on its own in modern speech and almost always appears as part of the compound 簷篷. It specifically refers to an overhanging structure that provides shelter from rain or sun, distinct from a roof. While it can describe a fixed architectural feature, it is also frequently used for retractable awnings found outside shops or stalls.
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This awning looks like it is about to collapse, it is very dangerous.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 帳篷, which refers to a portable tent used for camping. Using 篷 alone to mean eaves will sound incomplete or confusing to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
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