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领军 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
领军lǐngjūnto lead troupsHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, Very Hard
领军lǐngjūn(fig.) to leadHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, Very Hard
领军lǐngjūnleadingHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, Very Hard
lǐngjūn(ling3jun1)ling jun T3
  1. 1to lead troups
  2. 2(fig.) to lead
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March 24, 2026

领军(領軍)lǐngjūn(ling3jun1)

领军 refers to the act of leading troops, both in a literal military sense and in a metaphorical sense to describe leadership in various contexts. It is often used to denote someone who is at the forefront of a movement or a field, guiding others towards a goal or achievement.

Strokes17DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, leaders are often viewed as protectors and guides, making the concept of 领军 not just about command, but also about responsibility towards those being led. This is especially significant in the context of Chinese history, where military leaders played crucial roles in unifying the nation.

Memory tip

Imagine a general (军) holding a banner (领) high as they lead their troops into battle. The general's leadership inspires courage and unity, making the word '领军' easy to remember as it combines the idea of leading and military command.

Meanings of 领军

lǐngjūn(ling3jun1)
1to lead troups
2(fig.) to lead
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About 领军

领军Simplified
領軍Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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引领 (yǐnlǐng) - use 领军 when emphasizing military leadership or being at the forefront of a movement, while 引领 is more about guiding or leading in a general sense.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using 领军 in informal contexts where a simpler term like '领导' (to lead) would suffice. It is typically used in formal situations, particularly in discussions of leadership in business or military contexts. Pay attention to the tonal pronunciation: '领' (third tone) and '军' (first tone).

HSK Study Tips

As a term that may not appear in the HSK vocabulary lists, focus on understanding its components: '领' (to lead) is common in HSK 3, and '军' (army) appears in HSK 4. Linking these characters can deepen your understanding of leadership-related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 领军 with 领导, using it in everyday contexts where simpler terms would be more appropriate. For example, saying '他是我的领军' (He is my leader) is incorrect; instead, use '他是我的领导' (He is my leader).

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Component characters

领lǐngneck
HSK 511 strokes页
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军jūnarmy
HSK 66 strokes车
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How to say to lead troups in Chinese

“to lead troups” in Chinese is领军lǐngjūn

领军 refers to the act of leading troops, both in a literal military sense and in a metaphorical sense to describe leadership in various contexts. It is often used to denote someone who is at the forefront of a movement or a field, guiding others towards a goal or achievement.

When to use 领军

Common mistakes include using 领军 in informal contexts where a simpler term like '领导' (to lead) would suffice. It is typically used in formal situations, particularly in discussions of leadership in business or military contexts. Pay attention to the tonal pronunciation: '领' (third tone) and '军' (first tone).

领军 or something close to it

引领 (yǐnlǐng) - use 领军 when emphasizing military leadership or being at the forefront of a movement, while 引领 is more about guiding or leading in a general sense.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes confuse 领军 with 领导, using it in everyday contexts where simpler terms would be more appropriate. For example, saying '他是我的领军' (He is my leader) is incorrect; instead, use '他是我的领导' (He is my leader).

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Cultural Notes for 领军

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In Western cultures, leadership may be more associated with individualism and personal achievement, while in Chinese culture, it often emphasizes collective responsibility and harmony within a group.

Frequently asked questions about 领军

Yes, 领军 can be used metaphorically to describe someone leading a business or initiative.

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