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醇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
醇chúnrich, pure, as good as wineHSK 6, ag, 15 strokes, radical 酉, rank #11555, Hard
醇chúnalcoholHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, radical 酉, rank #11555, Hard
醇chúnwine with high alcohol contentHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, radical 酉, rank #11555, Hard
醇chúngood wineHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, radical 酉, rank #11555, Hard
醇chúnsterolsHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, radical 酉, rank #11555, Hard
chún(chun2) T2
  1. 1rich, pure, as good as wine
  2. 2alcohol
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March 24, 2026
醇chún(chun2)

The character 醇 (chún) refers to something that is rich and pure, often in the context of wine or alcohol. It conveys a sense of high quality and fullness, particularly when describing beverages, but can also apply to other contexts where richness or purity is desirable.

Strokes15Radical酉Frequency#11555DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wine and alcohol have a significant role in social gatherings and ceremonies, often symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The appreciation for high-quality wine is deeply embedded in traditions, making 醇 a respected term.

Memory Tip

Imagine a glass of rich, pure wine that is so full it overflows. The character 醇 resembles a flowing liquid, with the radical 酉 (related to wine) on the left, hinting at its connection to alcohol and richness. You can remember its pronunciation 'chún' as it sounds like 'tune', and think of a rich wine that sings a tune to your palate.

Meanings of 醇

chún(chun2)
1rich, pure, as good as wine
2alcohol
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About 醇

醇Simplified
15Strokes
酉Radical
形容词性语素xíngróngcíadjective root (adj.root)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateCEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 醇

Quick Contrast

浓 (nóng) - use 醇 when emphasizing purity and quality, while 浓 focuses on thickness or strong flavor.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a glass of rich, pure wine that is so full it overflows. The character 醇 resembles a flowing liquid, with the radical 酉 (related to wine) on the left, hinting at its connection to alcohol and richness. You can remember its pronunciation 'chún' as it sounds like 'tune', and think of a rich wine that sings a tune to your palate.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 醇 with 酒 (jiǔ), which simply means 'alcohol' or 'liquor.' 醇 is often used in more formal contexts or gourmet discussions about beverages. Be cautious with tones; mispronouncing chún can lead to confusion with unrelated words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 醇 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to words like 酒 (jiǔ) and 酸 (suān, sour), which are essential for discussing food and drink. Focus on context and collocations, such as 醇厚 (chúnhòu, rich and mellow) to reinforce understanding.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wine and alcohol have a significant role in social gatherings and ceremonies, often symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The appreciation for high-quality wine is deeply embedded in traditions, making 醇 a respected term.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 醇 with 不醇 (bù chún, not pure), mistakenly using it in negative contexts. The correct form to describe rich wine should be simply 醇 without any negation.

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Pronunciation of 醇

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Etymology of 醇

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
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Wine 酉 fit to be savored 享

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 醇?

Decomposition of 醇

IDS Structure⿰酉享
醇Full Character
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酉you3
left
享xiang3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 醇?

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醇

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Grammar Patterns of 醇

醇 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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Complete the Sentence

看看你究竟摄入了多少脂肪和胆固____。

See just how much fat and cholesterol you're eating.

Example Sentences for 醇 (10)

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看看你究竟摄入了多少脂肪和胆固醇。

kàn kàn nǐ jiū jìng shè rù le duō shǎo zhī fáng hé dǎn gù chún。

See just how much fat and cholesterol you're eating.
2
许多其他的药物治疗对胆固醇水平都有一定的影响。

xǔ duō qí tā de yào wù zhì liáo duì dǎn gù chún shuǐ píng dū yǒu yī dìng de yǐng xiǎng。

Many other medications have an influence on cholesterol levels.
3
这种1985年酿制的陈年佳酿味道更醇厚，带有一种淡淡的焦糖甜味。

zhè zhǒng1985 1985 nián niàng zhì de chén nián jiā niàng wèi dào gēng chún， hòu ， dài yǒu yī zhǒng dàn dàn de jiāo táng。

The 1985 vintage has a stronger bouquet and slight caramelly flavour.
4
人工甜味剂山梨糖醇有通便作用。

rén gōng tián wèi jì shān lí táng chún yǒu tōng biàn zuò yòng。

The artificial sweetener sorbitol has a laxative effect.
5
这种醇厚的白葡萄酒年头愈久口味愈佳。

zhè zhǒng chún hòu de bái pú táo jiǔ nián tóu yù jiǔ kǒu wèi yù jiā。

This full-flavoured white wine ages well.
6
酒久藏而变醇.

jiǔ jiǔ cáng ér biàn chún.

Wine deepens on aging.
7
美乐皇轩红酒色深沉而通透,酒香醇厚而丰富,于甜平衡而调和,实在是佐肴之佳酿.

měi lè huáng xuān hóng jiǔ sè shēn chén ér tōng tòu, , jiǔ xiāng chún hòu ér fēng, fù , yú tián píng héng ér, tiáo hé , shí zài shì zuǒ yáo.

It attains maturity quickly but continues to age well over time.
8
这是一种美味香甜 、 酒味甘醇的甜食品.

zhè shì yī zhǒng měi wèi xiāng tián、 、 jiǔ wèi gān chún de tián shí.

This is a delicious sweet , sweet food, pure alcohol.
9
这是一种很棒的葡萄酒，温和醇厚，更像传统的勃艮第葡萄酒。

zhè shì yī zhǒng hěn bàng de pú táo jiǔ， ， wēn hé chún， hòu ， gēng xiàng chuán tǒng de bó gèn dì pú。

It is a magnificent wine with a soft voluptuousness more reminiscent of old-fashioned burgundy.
10
这种药通过黏合肠内的脂肪降低胆固醇水平。

zhè zhǒng yào tōng guò nián hé cháng nèi de zhī fáng jiàng dī dǎn gù chún shuǐ píng。

This drug lowers cholesterol levels by binding fats in the intestine.

Cultural Notes for 醇

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, wine and alcohol have a significant role in social gatherings and ceremonies, often symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The appreciation for high-quality wine is deeply embedded in traditions, making 醇 a respected term.

Word Family of 醇

Words Containing This Character20
醇chúnalcohol
类固醇steroid類固醇
胆固醇cholesterol膽固醇
乙醇ethanol C2H5OH
甲醇methyl alcohol
醇厚chúnhòumellow and rich
香醇rich and mellow (flavor or aroma)
甘露醇mannitol C6H14O6, a sugar alcohol
丙二醇propylene glycol
皮质醇cortisol皮質醇
乙二醇glycol
木糖醇xylitol
丙醇propanol
固醇sterol (chemistry)
丁醇butanol
异丙醇isopropanol異丙醇
二醇glycol
醇美mellow
醇酸alkyd
雌三醇estriol
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Compound Meaning

What does 醇 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 醇

醇 specifically refers to rich, pure alcohol, often of high quality, while 酒 is a general term for any alcoholic beverage.