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骏 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
jùnan excellent horse; a noble steedn, 10 strokes, radical 马, rank #24949, Hard
jùnspirited horseunknown, 10 strokes, radical 马, rank #24949, Hard
jùn(jun4) T4
  1. 1an excellent horse; a noble steed
  2. 2spirited horse
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March 24, 2026
(駿)jùn(jun4)

The character 骏 (jùn) refers to an excellent or noble horse, often associated with speed and spirited qualities. It is commonly used in literature and idiomatic expressions to denote someone or something that is outstanding or exceptional in their field, akin to a fine steed in racing or warfare.

Strokes10RadicalFrequency#24949DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength, power, and nobility. The character 骏 is often used in the context of poetry and classical literature, reflecting the admiration for the beauty and prowess of horses throughout Chinese history.

Memory Tip

Imagine a magnificent horse sprinting across a vast field, its majestic form embodying excellence and spirit. The character 骏 has the radical 骨 (bone), indicating its connection to animals, while the top component resembles a galloping horse, reminding you of its noble nature and the pronunciation 'jùn' sounds like 'June,' a month when many horse races take place.

Meanings of 骏

jùn(jun4)
1an excellent horse; a noble steed
2spirited horse
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About 骏

Simplified
駿Traditional
10Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 骏

Quick Contrast

骏 (jùn) vs 良 (liáng) — choose 骏 for emphasis on excellence or nobility, while 良 refers to general goodness or quality.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a magnificent horse sprinting across a vast field, its majestic form embodying excellence and spirit. The character 骏 has the radical 骨 (bone), indicating its connection to animals, while the top component resembles a galloping horse, reminding you of its noble nature and the pronunciation 'jùn' sounds like 'June,' a month when many horse races take place.

Usage Notes

When using 骏, it is often found in literary or formal contexts rather than casual conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with other horse-related characters like 马 (mǎ), which simply means 'horse.' Remember that 骏 often conveys a sense of superiority or merit.

HSK Study Tips

While 骏 is not found in the HSK levels, it connects with HSK characters related to animals and qualities, such as 马 (mǎ) for horse and 优 (yōu) for excellent. Students should focus on the character's nuanced meaning and its usage in phrases to enhance their vocabulary.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength, power, and nobility. The character 骏 is often used in the context of poetry and classical literature, reflecting the admiration for the beauty and prowess of horses throughout Chinese history.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 骏 with 马 (mǎ) and use it inappropriately. For example, saying '这匹马是骏' (zhè pǐ mǎ shì jùn) is incorrect if they mean 'This horse is a common horse.' Instead, it should be used to describe a horse of exceptional quality.

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Pronunciation of 骏

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Etymology of 骏

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 夋 represents the sound. Simplified form of 駿.

Memory Hint

horse

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 骏?

Decomposition of 骏

IDS Structure⿰马夋
Full Character
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Ma3
left
qun1
right
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Grammar Patterns of 骏

骏 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 2 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.

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Complete the Sentence

参谋官们骑着____马一路疾驰而去。

Staff officers galloped fine horses down the road.

Example Sentences for 骏 (1)

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参谋官们骑着骏马一路疾驰而去。

cān móu guān mén qí zháo jùn mǎ yī lù jí chí ér qù。

Staff officers galloped fine horses down the road.

Cultural Notes for 骏

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength, power, and nobility. The character 骏 is often used in the context of poetry and classical literature, reflecting the admiration for the beauty and prowess of horses throughout Chinese history.

Word Family of 骏

Words Containing This Character2
jùnspirited horse駿
骏马jùnmǎsteed駿馬
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 骏

骏 is often used in phrases like '骏马' (jùn mǎ) to describe an excellent horse, symbolizing excellence in other areas.