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附加fùjiāadditionalHSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #11386, Very Hard
附加fùjiāannexHSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #11386, Very Hard
fùjiā(fu4jia1) T4
  1. 1additional
  2. 2annex
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March 24, 2026

附加fùjiā(fu4jia1)

The term 附加 (fùjiā) refers to something that is added or supplementary to a main item or concept. It is commonly used in contexts such as finance, education, and contracts, indicating additional fees, requirements, or information that enhance or modify the original subject.

Strokes12Frequency#11386DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese business practices, understanding the concept of 附加 is crucial, as contracts often contain numerous附加条款 (fùjiā tiáokuǎn - additional clauses) that can significantly impact agreements.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tree (木) with extra branches (附) that add to its beauty. The branches represent the 'additional' aspects, while the '加' (to add) signifies the act of enhancing the tree, making it more lush and full. Together, they form the idea of something being added on.

Meanings of 附加

fùjiā(fu4jia1)
1additional
2annex
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About 附加

附加Simplified
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 附加

Quick Contrast

附属 (fùshǔ) - use 附加 when referring to something that is added, while 附属 emphasizes a relationship of being subordinate or attached.

Usage Notes

A common mistake is using 附加 in overly formal contexts where simpler alternatives like '额外' (éwài) might be more appropriate. Pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing the fourth tone in 附 (fù) can lead to confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

While 附加 does not appear in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it is relevant for students at HSK 4 and above who are learning to discuss complex ideas. Focus on collocations like 附加费 (fùjiā fèi - additional fee) to help contextualize usage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 附加 with 追加 (zhuījiā), which means to add more of what is already there. For instance, saying '我需要附加这个项目' (wǒ xūyào fùjiā zhège xiàngmù - I need to add this project) may be incorrect if '追加' is more appropriate for the context.

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Component Characters

附fùnearby; to adhere to, to attach; to rely on
HSK 77 strokes阝
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加jiāto add
HSK 35 strokes力
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How to say additional in Chinese

“additional” in Chinese is附加fùjiā

The term 附加 (fùjiā) refers to something that is added or supplementary to a main item or concept. It is commonly used in contexts such as finance, education, and contracts, indicating additional fees, requirements, or information that enhance or modify the original subject.

When to use 附加

A common mistake is using 附加 in overly formal contexts where simpler alternatives like '额外' (éwài) might be more appropriate. Pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing the fourth tone in 附 (fù) can lead to confusion with other words.

附加 or something close to it

附属 (fùshǔ) - use 附加 when referring to something that is added, while 附属 emphasizes a relationship of being subordinate or attached.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 附加 with 追加 (zhuījiā), which means to add more of what is already there. For instance, saying '我需要附加这个项目' (wǒ xūyào fùjiā zhège xiàngmù - I need to add this project) may be incorrect if '追加' is more appropriate for the context.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 附加

No, 附加 is typically used for objects or concepts rather than people. Instead, consider using 额外 (éwài) for describing additional qualities or attributes.

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