criminal

JLPT N5 5 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage of (fàn)

The character primarily means 'to commit' or 'to violate,' often used in contexts involving crimes, mistakes, or rule-breaking. It can refer to committing a crime ( - criminal) or making an error (错误).

Common Collocations

  • 错误 (fàn cuòwù): to make a mistake
  • 犯罪 (fànzuì): to commit a crime
  • 犯规 (fànguī): to break rules

Nuances

When using , the focus is on the act of committing or violating something, often with a negative connotation. It is frequently used in formal or written contexts, especially in legal or disciplinary situations.

Avoid Confusion

Do not confuse with similar verbs like (zuò, to do) or 发生 (fāshēng, to happen). emphasizes the wrongful or illegal nature of the action.

Example Sentences

He committed a serious mistake.

The police caught the criminal.

He violated traffic rules and was fined.