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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
杨树yángshùpoplar treeHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #54360, Very Hard
杨树yángshùvarious trees of genus PopulusHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #54360, Very Hard
yángshù(yang2shu4)yang shu T2
  1. 1poplar tree
  2. 2various trees of genus Populus
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March 24, 2026

杨树(楊樹)yángshù(yang2shu4)

杨树 (yáng shù) refers to the poplar tree, a type of deciduous tree belonging to the genus Populus. These trees are commonly found in temperate regions and are valued for their rapid growth and use in timber production, landscaping, and as windbreaks.

Strokes16Frequency#54360DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the poplar tree is often associated with resilience and adaptability, as these trees thrive in various conditions. They can be seen lining roads and rivers, symbolizing endurance in the face of environmental challenges.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 杨 (yáng) as a tree swaying in the wind. The radical 木 (mù) represents wood, reminding you that it’s a tree. To remember the pronunciation, associate 'yang' with 'young' trees, as poplars are fast-growing and youthful in appearance.

Meanings of 杨树

yángshù(yang2shu4)
1poplar tree
2various trees of genus Populus
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杨树Simplified
楊樹Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Be cautious about the tone; '杨' (yáng) must be pronounced with the second tone to avoid confusion with other characters. Common collocations include '杨树林' (yáng shù lín - poplar forest) and '杨树种植' (yáng shù zhòngzhí - poplar planting). This term is often used informally when discussing trees or nature.

HSK Study Tips

While 杨树 itself may not appear in HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of nature-related terms. Focus on the radicals and similar plant-related vocabulary, which can be found in HSK levels 2 and 3 for context.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '杨' with similar sounding characters like '羊' (yáng - sheep). A common mistake is saying '羊树' instead of '杨树'. Always remember that '杨' has a tree-related meaning, while '羊' does not.

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Component Characters

杨yángwillow, poplar, aspen; surname
7 strokes木
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树shùtree
HSK 39 strokes木
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How to say poplar tree in Chinese

“poplar tree” in Chinese is杨树yángshù

杨树 (yáng shù) refers to the poplar tree, a type of deciduous tree belonging to the genus Populus. These trees are commonly found in temperate regions and are valued for their rapid growth and use in timber production, landscaping, and as windbreaks.

When to use 杨树

Be cautious about the tone; '杨' (yáng) must be pronounced with the second tone to avoid confusion with other characters. Common collocations include '杨树林' (yáng shù lín - poplar forest) and '杨树种植' (yáng shù zhòngzhí - poplar planting). This term is often used informally when discussing trees or nature.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '杨' with similar sounding characters like '羊' (yáng - sheep). A common mistake is saying '羊树' instead of '杨树'. Always remember that '杨' has a tree-related meaning, while '羊' does not.

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'杨' can mean 'poplar' or 'willow' and is often associated with trees.

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