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伊斯兰教yīsīlánjiàoIslamHSK 7, unknown, 34 strokes, rank #17319, Very Hard
yīsīlánjiào(Yi1si1lan2jiao4)yi si lan jiao T1
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March 24, 2026

伊斯兰教(伊斯蘭教)yīsīlánjiào(Yi1si1lan2jiao4)

伊斯兰教 refers to Islam, a major world religion based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad as revealed in the Quran. This term is commonly used in discussions about religion, culture, and societal values in various contexts, particularly when referencing the beliefs, practices, and history of Islamic communities.

Strokes34Frequency#17319DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, understanding 伊斯兰教 is essential for grasping the diverse religious landscape of the country, especially in regions with significant Muslim populations, such as Xinjiang and Ningxia.

Memory tip

To remember 伊斯兰教 (Yī sī lán jiào), imagine a peaceful scene in a desert where a wise teacher (教, jiào) shares the principles of Islam (伊斯兰, Yī sī lán) with eager students. The characters can be linked to 'Yī' as 'one' (representing unity in belief), 'sī' as 'silk' (representing the intricate teachings), 'lán' as 'blue' (symbolizing spirituality), and 'jiào' as 'teaching'.

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yīsīlánjiào(Yi1si1lan2jiao4)
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伊斯兰教Simplified
伊斯蘭教Traditional
34Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Use 伊斯兰教 when discussing the religion specifically, avoiding informal contexts where just '伊斯兰' (Islam) might suffice. Be careful with pronunciation, particularly the tones, as they change the meaning; ensure '教' (jiào) is pronounced with a falling tone to convey 'religion'.

HSK Study Tips

While 伊斯兰教 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with discussions around other religions and cultural practices, which are common in higher-level HSK contexts. Focus on understanding related terms like 教 (jiào, 'teaching') and 文化 (wén huà, 'culture') to enrich your vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often omit the character 教 when discussing Islam, simply saying 伊斯兰 instead, which can lead to misunderstandings as it lacks the specific reference to the religion. Always use 伊斯兰教 to convey the full meaning.

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Component characters

伊yīhe she; this, that; used in transliterations
6 strokes亻
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斯SīSlovakia
12 strokes斤
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兰lánorchid; elegant, graceful
HSK 65 strokes丷
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教jiāoto teach
HSK 211 strokes攵
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How to say Islam in Chinese

“Islam” in Chinese is伊斯兰教yīsīlánjiào

伊斯兰教 refers to Islam, a major world religion based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad as revealed in the Quran. This term is commonly used in discussions about religion, culture, and societal values in various contexts, particularly when referencing the beliefs, practices, and history of Islamic communities.

When to use 伊斯兰教

Use 伊斯兰教 when discussing the religion specifically, avoiding informal contexts where just '伊斯兰' (Islam) might suffice. Be careful with pronunciation, particularly the tones, as they change the meaning; ensure '教' (jiào) is pronounced with a falling tone to convey 'religion'.

What learners get wrong

Learners often omit the character 教 when discussing Islam, simply saying 伊斯兰 instead, which can lead to misunderstandings as it lacks the specific reference to the religion. Always use 伊斯兰教 to convey the full meaning.

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Cultural Notes for 伊斯兰教

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Unlike in many Western cultures where Christianity predominates, in China, Islam is one of the recognized religions, and its practices and festivals are integrated into the multicultural fabric of society.

Frequently asked questions about 伊斯兰教

伊斯兰教 represents one of the major religions in China, influencing cultural practices, festivals, and community life, particularly in areas with large Muslim populations.

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