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组建 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
组建zǔjiànto organizeHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #8587, Very Hard
组建zǔjiànto set upHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #8587, Very Hard
组建zǔjiànto establishHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #8587, Very Hard
zǔjiàn(zu3jian4) T3
  1. 1to organize
  2. 2to set up
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March 24, 2026

组建(組建)zǔjiàn(zu3jian4)

The term '组建' refers to the act of organizing or establishing something, such as a team, organization, or system. It is commonly used in contexts involving the formation of groups or structures, often in business, government, or community settings.

Strokes16Frequency#8587DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

'组建' is often used in the context of Chinese business culture, where forming teams and organizations is crucial for success. The emphasis on collective effort reflects the Confucian value of harmony and cooperation.

Memory Tip

Think of '组' (to group) and '建' (to build) together as 'building a group'. Picture a construction site where workers are gathering to form a new team, emphasizing the idea of setting up something new.

Meanings of 组建

zǔjiàn(zu3jian4)
1to organize
2to set up
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About 组建

组建Simplified
組建Traditional
16Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 组建

Quick Contrast

成立 (chénglì) - use '组建' when emphasizing the process of assembling or organizing, while '成立' focuses on the act of officially establishing or founding.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the context in which you use '组建'; it is typically formal and may not fit well in casual conversation. Common collocations include '组建团队' (to establish a team) and '组建公司' (to set up a company). Avoid using it in contexts where the nuance of casual gathering is implied.

HSK Study Tips

As this word is not an HSK vocabulary item, focus on understanding its components: '组' relates to grouping, and '建' involves construction or establishment. Connecting it with other HSK words like '团队' (team) can enhance retention.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '组建' with '组成' (to compose), which has a different nuance. For example, saying '我想组成一个团队' (I want to compose a team) is incorrect; the correct term is '我想组建一个团队'.

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Component Characters

组zǔgroup
HSK 48 strokes纟
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建jiànto establish
HSK 58 strokes廴
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How to say to organize in Chinese

“to organize” in Chinese is组建zǔjiàn

The term '组建' refers to the act of organizing or establishing something, such as a team, organization, or system. It is commonly used in contexts involving the formation of groups or structures, often in business, government, or community settings.

When to use 组建

Be cautious with the context in which you use '组建'; it is typically formal and may not fit well in casual conversation. Common collocations include '组建团队' (to establish a team) and '组建公司' (to set up a company). Avoid using it in contexts where the nuance of casual gathering is implied.

组建 or something close to it

成立 (chénglì) - use '组建' when emphasizing the process of assembling or organizing, while '成立' focuses on the act of officially establishing or founding.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '组建' with '组成' (to compose), which has a different nuance. For example, saying '我想组成一个团队' (I want to compose a team) is incorrect; the correct term is '我想组建一个团队'.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 组建

'组建' is typically used for formal organizations or teams, so it's not suitable for informal gatherings.

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