壇
tán
On phones & maps: 坛
What does 壇 mean?
Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark
What it means
altar
In this place
In 天壇: the raised platform where offerings met the sky.
Remember this
Left side carries earth 土 — something built up from ground. Not a pickle jar. Think rooftop stage for talking to heaven.
Where you’ll see it
Quick answers
- What does 壇 (tán) mean for travelers?
- altar
- Where will I see 壇 in China?
- On VibeHanzi it is taught at Temple of Heaven. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
- How do I remember 壇 on the street?
- Left side carries earth 土 — something built up from ground. Not a pickle jar. Think rooftop stage for talking to heaven.