This is the 2409th most frequent Chinese word.

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"坊" means "workshop," "neighborhood," or "lane," often referring to a place or area.


The word '坊' here is used to denote a type of small shop or workshop, such as a store or studio.

在老街上有一个古老的杂货坊。

There is an old general store on the old street.


In this sentence, '坊' is used metaphorically to represent a 'workplace' or 'studio' for creative or intellectual endeavors.

学习过程中,老师建议我们创造自己的巧妙构思坊。

During learning, the teacher suggested we create our own inventive workshop.


Here, '坊' is combined with '面包' to describe a specialized store, specifically a bakery.

她喜欢到隔壁的面包坊买新鲜出炉的面包。

She enjoys buying freshly baked bread from the bakery next door.