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强壮 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
强壮qiángzhuàngstrongHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #2668, Hard
强壮qiángzhuàngsturdyHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #2668, Hard
强壮qiángzhuàngrobustHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #2668, Hard
qiángzhuàng(qiang2zhuang4)qiang zhuang T2
  1. 1strong
  2. 2sturdy
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March 24, 2026

强壮(強壯)qiángzhuàng(qiang2zhuang4)

强壮 (qiang2 zhuang4) refers to someone or something that is strong, sturdy, or robust. It is commonly used to describe a person's physical strength or the durability of objects. The term conveys a sense of vitality and health, often associated with physical fitness.

Strokes18Frequency#2668DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, physical strength is often associated with good health and is valued in both social and professional contexts. The concept of being 强壮 is linked to traditional views of masculinity and vitality in many communities.

Memory Tip

Imagine a strong person lifting weights, looking '强' (qiang) like a 'strong' warrior. The character '壮' (zhuang) can remind you of a 'giant' - both words imply power and robustness. Visualize a robust giant flexing their muscles to reinforce the meaning.

Meanings of 强壮

qiángzhuàng(qiang2zhuang4)
1strong
2sturdy
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About 强壮

强壮Simplified
強壯Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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强健 (qiángjiàn) - use 强壮 for general strength and robustness, while 强健 emphasizes health and fitness.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 强壮 with other strength-related words like 强 (qiang) or 有力 (you3 li4), which can mean 'strong' but in different contexts. 强壮 is typically more physical and can be used in both formal and informal settings. Remember to use the correct tones to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

Although 强壮 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects with words like 健康 (jian4 kang1, health) and 力气 (li4 qi, strength) which are essential for discussing health and fitness. Focus on using this word in contexts related to physical well-being.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes use 强壮 incorrectly by saying '强壮的天气' (qiang2 zhuang4 de tian1 qi4) to mean 'strong weather.' The correct term for strong weather would be 强烈 (qiang2 lie4). Always use 强壮 for physical strength or robustness.

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Component Characters

强jiàngstubborn
HSK 412 strokes弓
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壮zhuàngZhuang ethnic group of Guangxi, the PRC's second most numerous ethnic group
HSK 76 strokes士
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How to say strong in Chinese

“strong” in Chinese is强壮qiángzhuàng

强壮 (qiang2 zhuang4) refers to someone or something that is strong, sturdy, or robust. It is commonly used to describe a person's physical strength or the durability of objects. The term conveys a sense of vitality and health, often associated with physical fitness.

When to use 强壮

Learners often confuse 强壮 with other strength-related words like 强 (qiang) or 有力 (you3 li4), which can mean 'strong' but in different contexts. 强壮 is typically more physical and can be used in both formal and informal settings. Remember to use the correct tones to avoid confusion.

强壮 or something close to it

强健 (qiángjiàn) - use 强壮 for general strength and robustness, while 强健 emphasizes health and fitness.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes use 强壮 incorrectly by saying '强壮的天气' (qiang2 zhuang4 de tian1 qi4) to mean 'strong weather.' The correct term for strong weather would be 强烈 (qiang2 lie4). Always use 强壮 for physical strength or robustness.

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