to control, to have jurisdiction; the linchpin of a wheel
x, 17 strokes, radical 車, Very Hard
xiá(xia2) T2
1to control, to have jurisdiction; the linchpin of a wheel
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March 24, 2026
轄xiá(xia2)
The character 轄 (xiá) primarily means to control or to exercise jurisdiction over something. It is commonly used in legal and administrative contexts, indicating authority or governance. Additionally, it refers to the linchpin of a wheel, symbolizing something that holds parts together or maintains order.
Strokes17Radical車Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese governance, the concept of jurisdiction is critical, especially in the context of local versus central authority. The character 轄 can be seen in terms like '轄區', which is important in discussions of law enforcement and administrative divisions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big wheel (the linchpin) at the center of a bustling city where governance is crucial. The character 轄 has the radical for 'vehicle' (车) on the left, hinting at its connection to wheels and control over movement, while the right side suggests structure and authority.
Meanings of 轄
xiá(xia2)
1to control, to have jurisdiction; the linchpin of a wheel
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轄Simplified
17Strokes
車Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big wheel (the linchpin) at the center of a bustling city where governance is crucial. The character 轄 has the radical for 'vehicle' (车) on the left, hinting at its connection to wheels and control over movement, while the right side suggests structure and authority.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 轄 with similar-sounding characters like 霞 (xiá), which means 'rosy clouds.' This word is more formal and is typically used in legal and governmental documents. Common collocations include '轄區' (xiáqū), meaning jurisdiction area.
HSK Study Tips
Although 轄 is not present in the HSK levels, it can be associated with HSK 4-5 vocabulary related to governance and control. Students should focus on its radicals and context to better understand its usage in formal settings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese governance, the concept of jurisdiction is critical, especially in the context of local versus central authority. The character 轄 can be seen in terms like '轄區', which is important in discussions of law enforcement and administrative divisions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 轄 with similar characters such as 霞 (xiá). For instance, saying '我在霞区工作' instead of '我在轄区工作' (I work in the jurisdiction area) demonstrates this common error.
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Cultural Notes for 轄
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In Chinese governance, the concept of jurisdiction is critical, especially in the context of local versus central authority. The character 轄 can be seen in terms like '轄區', which is important in discussions of law enforcement and administrative divisions.
Word Family of 轄
Words Containing This Character9
辖区administrative region轄區
管辖guǎnxiáto administer管轄
辖xiáto govern轄
直辖市province level city直轄市
直辖to govern directly直轄
省辖市provincial city省轄市
市辖区city district (county-level administrative unit)市轄區
统辖to govern統轄
辖制to control轄制
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Frequently Asked Questions about 轄
Common phrases include '轄區' (jurisdiction area) and '轄制' (to control or govern).
No, 轄 is more formal and used in legal, administrative, or technical contexts.
