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角逐 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
角逐juézhúto tussleHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #8489, Very Hard
角逐juézhúto contendHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #8489, Very Hard
角逐juézhúto contestHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #8489, Very Hard
juézhú(jue2zhu2)jue zhu T2
  1. 1to tussle
  2. 2to contend
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March 24, 2026

角逐juézhú(jue2zhu2)

角逐 (jue2 zhu2) refers to the act of competing or contending for something, often used in contexts like contests, competitions, or struggles for power. It implies a serious and often intense rivalry where parties are actively vying against each other.

Strokes17Frequency#8489DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, 角逐 can relate to historical rivalries, such as the famous 'Three Kingdoms' period where various warlords contended for control. This term often evokes notions of honor and valor in competition.

Memory tip

Imagine two角 (corners) of a boxing ring, each representing a competitor ready to 逐 (chase) the title. Picture them throwing punches, illustrating the fierce competition involved in 角逐.

Meanings of 角逐

juézhú(jue2zhu2)
1to tussle
2to contend
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角逐Simplified
17Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 角逐

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竞争 (jìngzhēng) vs 角逐 (juézhú): 选择 竞争 (jìngzhēng) 当强调一般性竞争时,而 角逐 (juézhú) 更侧重于激烈的争夺或对抗。

Usage Notes

This term is often used in formal contexts, such as political or sports competitions. Be careful not to confuse it with simpler terms for competition, as 角逐 implies a more intense struggle. Common collocations include '角逐冠军' (contend for the championship).

HSK Study Tips

Although not a specific HSK level word, it relates to higher-level vocabulary associated with competition and rivalry. Students should focus on using it in contexts discussing contests or competitive scenarios to deepen their understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 角逐 with 竞赛 (jing4 sai4), which is more general and refers to contests without the intense rivalry aspect. For example, saying '我们要参加一个角逐' (We are participating in a contest) might be incorrect; it would be better to say '我们要参加一个竞赛'.

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Component Characters

角jiǎoangle
HSK 37 strokes角
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逐zhúto pursue
10 strokes辶
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How to say to tussle in Chinese

“to tussle” in Chinese is角逐juézhú

角逐 (jue2 zhu2) refers to the act of competing or contending for something, often used in contexts like contests, competitions, or struggles for power. It implies a serious and often intense rivalry where parties are actively vying against each other.

When to use 角逐

This term is often used in formal contexts, such as political or sports competitions. Be careful not to confuse it with simpler terms for competition, as 角逐 implies a more intense struggle. Common collocations include '角逐冠军' (contend for the championship).

角逐 or something close to it

竞争 (jìngzhēng) vs 角逐 (juézhú): 选择 竞争 (jìngzhēng) 当强调一般性竞争时,而 角逐 (juézhú) 更侧重于激烈的争夺或对抗。

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 角逐 with 竞赛 (jing4 sai4), which is more general and refers to contests without the intense rivalry aspect. For example, saying '我们要参加一个角逐' (We are participating in a contest) might be incorrect; it would be better to say '我们要参加一个竞赛'.

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Cultural Notes for 角逐

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In Western contexts, competition might be viewed more as a personal achievement, whereas in Chinese culture, it often emphasizes collective honor and the impact on one's community.

Frequently Asked Questions about 角逐

While both mean competition, 角逐 implies a more intense and often rivalry-driven contest, whereas 竞争 can refer to competition in a broader, less intense sense.

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