unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
x, 12 strokes, radical 釒, rank #89929, Very Hard
jūn(jun1) T1
1unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
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March 24, 2026
鈞jūn(jun1)
The character 鈞 (jūn) refers to a unit of weight traditionally used in Chinese measurements, equivalent to thirty catties. It is also used as a formal way to express possession, akin to saying 'your' in English, but with a more respectful tone.
Strokes12Radical釒Frequency#89929DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The concept of weight and measurements has a significant historical context in China, as traditional units like 鈞 were essential for trade and commerce in ancient times. This reflects the importance of precision in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heavy weight (30 catties) being lifted by a king (君, jūn), who is formally addressing his subjects. The character 鈞 combines the metal radical (金) with a sense of importance, as weight is often associated with value.
Meanings of 鈞
jūn(jun1)
1unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
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鈞Simplified
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釒Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a heavy weight (30 catties) being lifted by a king (君, jūn), who is formally addressing his subjects. The character 鈞 combines the metal radical (金) with a sense of importance, as weight is often associated with value.
Usage Notes
Be aware that 鈞 is a formal term and should be used in respectful contexts. It is often confused with similar-sounding terms, so ensure you use the correct context to avoid misunderstandings. Common collocations include 鈞重 (weight) and 鈞量 (measuring weight).
HSK Study Tips
Although 鈞 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to other measurement-related terms such as 斤 (jīn, catty) and 克 (kè, gram) in everyday contexts. Focus on memorizing these related terms to understand weight measurements better.
Cultural Note
The concept of weight and measurements has a significant historical context in China, as traditional units like 鈞 were essential for trade and commerce in ancient times. This reflects the importance of precision in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鈞 with similar characters, such as 君 (jūn, meaning 'king'). For example, using '你的君' (nǐ de jūn) mistakenly instead of '你的鈞' (nǐ de jūn) can lead to confusion in meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 鈞
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The concept of weight and measurements has a significant historical context in China, as traditional units like 鈞 were essential for trade and commerce in ancient times. This reflects the importance of precision in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 鈞
Words Containing This Character2
千钧一发qiānjūnyífàimminent peril千鈞一髮
钧jūngreat鈞
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Frequently Asked Questions about 鈞
斤 (jīn) is a unit of weight equal to half a 鈞 (15 catties), so 鈞 is a larger measure.
It is rarely used in everyday conversation today, mostly appearing in historical texts or formal documents.
You can say '这是你的鈞' (zhè shì nǐ de jūn), meaning 'This is your weight'. However, be mindful of the context.
