The character 分 combines 八 (to divide, eight) on top and 刀 (knife) on the bottom. The image is a knife splitting something into two, giving the core meaning of dividing, separating, or sharing.
分 as a verb often needs a complement like 开 to mean physically split; without it, it sounds incomplete.
分 alone means divide, but to share a burden you need 分担; using 分 alone sounds like you are cutting the work.
分 means divide or minute; 份 means a portion or copy.
| Dimension | 分 (fēn) | 份 (fèn) |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | divide, minute | portion, copy |
| Part of speech | verb, noun | measure word, noun |
| Example | 五分钟 (five minutes) | 一份礼物 (a gift) |
Use 分 with a complement like 开 or 给 to show separation or sharing.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Separate | 分开 | 分 |
| Share | 分享 | 分 |
| Distribute | 分给 | 分 |
Think instant noodles are unhealthy? This HSK 6 article challenges common myths and reveals surprising facts about nutrition, oil, and salt in this convenient food.
但是事实上：无论是使用热风干燥还是通过油炸干燥，方便面中的 水分 含量都很低，一般都低于2%。
人体所需要的营养 成分 是比较复杂的。
方便面的主要 成分 是小麦面粉，它所含的营养 成分 是不完全的。
这些多多少少都能补充人体所需要的一些营养 成分 。
这样看来，方便面所含的营养 成分 甚至还高于中国人最爱的馒头、米饭、面包之类的主食。
事实上，油炸方便面的含油量比中国人传统常吃的油条，以及现在年轻人喜欢的炸薯条、炸土豆片什么的低很多，只是它们的 二分之一 不到。
由于油炸温度低、时间短，不仅棕榈油不会被“炸坏”，而且方便面中的营养 成分 损失也比较少。
This playful poem turns numbers into a rhythm of daily life. As you read, practice counting, days of the week, and common time words in a fun, memorable way.
工作两三年，休息四五天，读书一小时，吃饭五 分钟 。
Meet Dr. Mi, a doctor and teacher at Sichuan University. This simple HSK 1 story shows his daily routine from morning to night, helping you learn time expressions and everyday activities.
他早上七点 十分 开车去学校，四十五 分钟 能到学校。
This humorous dialogue follows a man who spends all his savings on his girlfriend's Apple phone and a lucky number, leaving him broke. A fun read for HSK 3 learners.
这比在网球场上 得分 要重要多了。
This playful HSK 1 poem twists words you already know and asks how an hour can be small. Read it aloud and laugh; a fun way to practice Chinese.
分钟 钟在哪儿？
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
结果第二天对方笑着砍了他五个点的价，一边还看着他眼睛说，看你昨天吃东西的样子就知道你这人没坏心眼，肯定没跟我们要高价，就便宜 百分之五 吧。
Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.
胡之适接到这封信，知道了他虽然只是一位卖饼干的，竟然能在业余勤奋自学；问的又是胡博士最关心的英美政治问题，更觉 十分 高兴，便立即亲自写了一封回信。
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