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March 24, 2026
径(徑)jìng(jing4)
径 (jìng) primarily refers to a path or track, often used in contexts related to footpaths or routes taken. It can also denote diameter in a geometrical sense, indicating a straight line through the center of a circle. The word conveys a sense of directness or straightforwardness in both physical and metaphorical uses.
Strokes8Radical彳Frequency#24888DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese gardens, the design often incorporates various 径 (paths) that lead to different scenic spots, reflecting the importance of nature and tranquility in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a straight path (径) where you can walk directly to your destination without any detours. The character's radical '水' suggests fluidity, hinting at a clear route, while the sound 'jìng' can remind you of 'jingling' keys that guide you straight to your door.
Meanings of 径
jìng(jing4)
1footpath
2track
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About 径
径Simplified
徑Traditional
8Strokes
彳Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#24888Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 径
Quick Contrast
径 (jìng) vs 路 (lù) — use 径 when emphasizing a narrow or specific path, while 路 refers to a broader road or way.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 径 with other similar-sounding words. It's important to use it in contexts related to paths or diameter, avoiding situations where a more general term like 路 (lù) would be appropriate. Note that it is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 径 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to level 4 and above words dealing with locations and directions. Focus on its use in phrases like '直径' (zhíjīng - diameter) to connect with geometrical vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 径 by applying it in informal contexts where simpler words like 路 (lù) are more appropriate. For example, saying '我走径回家' (Wǒ zǒu jìng huí jiā) instead of '我走路回家' (Wǒ zǒu lù huí jiā - I walk home).
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2The sound half工 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaystep
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 径?
Decomposition of 径
IDS Structure⿰彳⿱又工
径Full Character
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彳chi4
left
又you4
top
工gong1
bottom
Exercise 1 of 3
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Which of these is a component of 径?
How to say footpath in Chinese
“footpath” in Chinese is径jìng
径 (jìng) primarily refers to a path or track, often used in contexts related to footpaths or routes taken. It can also denote diameter in a geometrical sense, indicating a straight line through the center of a circle. The word conveys a sense of directness or straightforwardness in both physical and metaphorical uses.
When to use 径
Learners often confuse 径 with other similar-sounding words. It's important to use it in contexts related to paths or diameter, avoiding situations where a more general term like 路 (lù) would be appropriate. Note that it is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation.
径 or something close to it
径 (jìng) vs 路 (lù) — use 径 when emphasizing a narrow or specific path, while 路 refers to a broader road or way.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 径 by applying it in informal contexts where simpler words like 路 (lù) are more appropriate. For example, saying '我走径回家' (Wǒ zǒu jìng huí jiā) instead of '我走路回家' (Wǒ zǒu lù huí jiā - I walk home).
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径
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Grammar Patterns of 径
径 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 6 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.
