量词
Measure word for “gate” in Chinese
The measure word for gate in Chinese is 扇 (shàn): 一扇门 (yí shàn mén) means "one gate".
Dictionaries also list: 个.
- 两扇门liǎng shàn méntwo gates
- 这扇门zhè shàn ménthis gate
- 那几扇门nà jǐ shàn ménthose few gates
Gate is 门 (mén), an HSK 1 word.
Common questions
What is the measure word for gate in Chinese?
The measure word for gate in Chinese is 扇 (shàn): 一扇门 (yí shàn mén) means "one gate". 个 is also listed in dictionaries.
Can I use 个 for 门?
People will understand 一个门, but 一扇门 is the correct form and what exams expect.