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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
施工shīgōngconstructionHSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #12064, Very Hard
施工shīgōngto carry out construction or large-scale repairsHSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #12064, Very Hard
shīgōng(shi1gong1)shi gong T1
  1. 1construction
  2. 2to carry out construction or large-scale repairs
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March 24, 2026

施工shīgōng(shi1gong1)

施工 refers to the process of carrying out construction or major repair work. It is commonly used in contexts related to building projects, infrastructure development, and renovations. The term conveys a sense of organized effort and technical skill involved in the construction activities.

Strokes12Frequency#12064DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, large-scale construction projects such as high-speed railways and skyscrapers are a significant part of modern development, and 施工 often reflects the rapid urbanization and economic growth of recent decades.

Memory tip

Think of 施 (shi) as 'to apply' or 'to carry out,' and 工 (gong) as 'work' or 'labor.' Imagine a construction site where workers apply their skills to build something new, thereby linking the word to its meaning as 'construction.'

Meanings of 施工

shīgōng(shi1gong1)
1construction
2to carry out construction or large-scale repairs
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施工Simplified
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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施工 (shīgōng) vs 建设 (jiànshè) — use 施工 for the act of carrying out construction work, while 建设 refers more broadly to the concept of construction or development, including planning and policy.

Usage Notes

施工 is typically used in formal contexts, such as in project proposals or official reports. A common mistake is confusing it with related terms like 建筑 (jiànzhù), which specifically means 'architecture' or 'building.' Be mindful of the tone; both characters are pronounced in the first tone.

HSK Study Tips

Though not specifically categorized under HSK levels, understanding 施工 can help learners grasp related vocabulary in construction and engineering contexts, often found in HSK Level 4 and 5 materials. Focus on recognizing how this term fits into discussions about projects and labor.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 施工 by using incorrect tones, such as saying 'shì gōng' instead of 'shī gōng.' Additionally, they may confuse it with 施工单位 (shī gōng dān wèi), which means 'construction unit' but doesn't convey the action of construction itself.

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Component characters

施Shīto grant
HSK 69 strokes方
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工gōngwork
HSK 33 strokes工
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How to say construction in Chinese

“construction” in Chinese is施工shīgōng

施工 refers to the process of carrying out construction or major repair work. It is commonly used in contexts related to building projects, infrastructure development, and renovations. The term conveys a sense of organized effort and technical skill involved in the construction activities.

When to use 施工

施工 is typically used in formal contexts, such as in project proposals or official reports. A common mistake is confusing it with related terms like 建筑 (jiànzhù), which specifically means 'architecture' or 'building.' Be mindful of the tone; both characters are pronounced in the first tone.

施工 or something close to it

施工 (shīgōng) vs 建设 (jiànshè) — use 施工 for the act of carrying out construction work, while 建设 refers more broadly to the concept of construction or development, including planning and policy.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 施工 by using incorrect tones, such as saying 'shì gōng' instead of 'shī gōng.' Additionally, they may confuse it with 施工单位 (shī gōng dān wèi), which means 'construction unit' but doesn't convey the action of construction itself.

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施工 specifically refers to the act of construction or carrying out work, while 建设 encompasses a broader concept of development and building, including planning and infrastructure.

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