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券 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
券quànbond (esp. document split in two, with each party holding one half)HSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quàncontractHSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quàndeed (i.e. title deeds)HSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quànticketHSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quànvoucherHSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quàncertificateHSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
券quànbond, certificate, deed; ticket; contractHSK 6, n, 8 strokes, radical 刀, rank #10777, Hard
quàn(quan4) T4
  1. 1bond (esp. document split in two, with each party holding one half)
  2. 2contract
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March 24, 2026
券quàn(quan4)

The character 券 (quàn) refers to a bond or a legal document that signifies an agreement between parties. It is commonly used to describe contracts, tickets, vouchers, and certificates, often implying a formal or legal context. This term is often encountered in legal, financial, and transactional situations where documentation is essential.

Strokes8Radical刀Frequency#10777DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, contracts and vouchers are crucial in business transactions. The use of 券 reflects the importance of formal agreements and documentation in maintaining trust and accountability in both personal and professional relationships.

Memory Tip

Imagine two people holding a ticket (券) that is split down the middle, representing a contract. The character looks like a hand (扌) holding a document (卷), which can help you remember that it signifies something official or contractual.

Meanings of 券

quàn(quan4)
1bond (esp. document split in two, with each party holding one half)
2contract
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About 券

券Simplified
8Strokes
刀Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10777Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 券

Quick Contrast

票 (piào) - use 券 (quàn) for formal agreements or legal documents, while 票 (piào) specifically refers to tickets or receipts.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine two people holding a ticket (券) that is split down the middle, representing a contract. The character looks like a hand (扌) holding a document (卷), which can help you remember that it signifies something official or contractual.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 券, as it has a falling tone (quàn) which is different from other similar-sounding words. It's often used in formal settings, so avoid using it in casual conversations unless discussing specific agreements or tickets. Common collocations include '优惠券' (discount voucher) and '合同券' (contract bond).

HSK Study Tips

While 券 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it connects well with HSK 3 and 4 vocabulary related to commerce and legal terms. Students should focus on understanding its usage in contracts and financial contexts, as well as recognizing it in phrases.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, contracts and vouchers are crucial in business transactions. The use of 券 reflects the importance of formal agreements and documentation in maintaining trust and accountability in both personal and professional relationships.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 券 (quàn) with 票 (piào), which also means 'ticket'. For example, saying '我想买一张券' (I want to buy a ticket) might be incorrect if they mean a general ticket; it would be better to use 票. Additionally, forgetting the tone can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 券

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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Semantic (meaning)刀
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Phonetic (sound)龹
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 券?

Decomposition of 券

IDS Structure⿱龹刀
券Full Character
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龹quan3
top
刀Dao1
bottom
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券

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Grammar Patterns of 券

券 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 7 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

意大利人以为他们已稳操胜____。

The Italians think they've got it all sewn up.

Example Sentences for 券 (10)

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1
意大利人以为他们已稳操胜券。

yì dà lì rén yǐ wéi tā mén yǐ wěn cāo shèng quàn。

The Italians think they've got it all sewn up.
2
通货膨胀的危险在证券价格上已经表现得很明显。

tōng huò péng zhàng de wēi xiǎn zài zhèng quàn jià gé shàng yǐ jīng biǎo xiàn dé hěn míng xiǎn。

The threat of inflation is already evident in bond prices.
3
证券经纪工作每年都重复着一成不变的内容。

zhèng quàn jīng jì gōng zuò měi nián dū zhòng fù zháo yī chéng bù biàn de nèi róng。

With stockbroking it was the same thing, year in year out.
4
股票和债券能给人带来不菲的额外收入。

gǔ piào hé zhài quàn néng gěi rén dài lái bù fēi de é wài shōu rù。

Shares and bonds can bring one quite a considerable additional income.
5
在证券交易所，市场在大量买单的推动下有所上扬。

zài zhèng quàn jiāo yì suǒ， ， shì cháng zài dà liáng mǎi dān de tuī dòng xià yǒu suǒ shàng。

On the Stock Exchange, aggressive buying propped the market up.
6
剪下优惠券，并于今天把支票寄出去。

jiǎn xià yōu huì quàn， ， bìng yú jīn tiān bǎ zhī piào jì chū。

Cut out the coupon and send those cheques off today.
7
那家公司的股票在场外证券市场交易。

nà jiā gōng sī de gǔ piào zài cháng wài zhèng quàn shì cháng jiāo yì。

Its shares are traded on the Unlisted Securities Market.
8
将赠券撕下后尽快寄回。

jiāng zèng quàn sī xià hòu jìn kuài jì huí。

Detach the coupon and return it as soon as possible.
9
这种8年期的债券年利率为10.5%。

zhè zhǒng8 8 nián qī de zhài quàn nián lì shuài10.5%。

The eight-year bond will bear annual interest of 5%.
10
此项债券规定分十年偿还.

cǐ xiàng zhài quàn guī dìng fēn shí nián cháng huán.

Repayment of the bond is conditioned on 10 years'amortization.

Cultural Notes for 券

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, contracts and vouchers are crucial in business transactions. The use of 券 reflects the importance of formal agreements and documentation in maintaining trust and accountability in both personal and professional relationships.

Word Family of 券

Words Containing This Character20
证券certificate證券
券quàncontract
债券zhàiquànbond債券
优惠券coupon優惠券
入场券rùchǎngquànadmission ticket入場券
证券市场financial market證券市場
证券公司securities company證券公司
稳操胜券grasp it and victory is assured穩操勝券
上海证券交易所Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE)上海證券交易所
奖券raffle or lottery ticket獎券
证券交易所stock exchange證券交易所
深圳证券交易所Shenzhen Stock Exchange, abbr. to 深交所[Shēn​Jiāo​suǒ]深圳證券交易所
有价证券securities有價證券
中国证券监督管理委员会China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC)中國證券監督管理委員會
礼券gift voucher禮券
国库券treasury bond國庫券
优待券discount coupon優待券
政府债券government bonds (investments)政府債券
购物券coupon購物券
纽约证券交易所New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)紐約證券交易所
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Compound Meaning

What does 证券 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 券

In a legal context, 券 refers to a document that signifies a contract or agreement between parties, often containing terms that both parties must adhere to.