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驾驭 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
驾驭jiàyùto urge on (of horse)HSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto driveHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto steerHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto handleHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto manageHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto masterHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
驾驭jiàyùto dominateHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #10474, Very Hard
jiàyù(jia4yu4)jia yu T4
  1. 1to urge on (of horse)
  2. 2to drive
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March 24, 2026

驾驭(駕馭)jiàyù(jia4yu4)

驾驭 refers to the act of controlling or managing something effectively, whether it be a vehicle, a horse, or a situation. In a broader sense, it can also imply mastering a skill or dominating a scenario. This term is often used in contexts where leadership or authoritative control is involved.

Strokes13Frequency#10474DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 驾驭 is often associated with leadership and authority, reflecting the importance of mastering one's environment in both personal and professional settings. This reflects traditional values of respect for hierarchy and control.

Memory tip

Imagine a skilled driver (驾) expertly steering (驭) a horse-drawn carriage through a busy street. The character 驾 (jià) looks like a person holding reins, while 驭 (yù) reminds you of a person guiding the horse. Picture the driver confidently navigating obstacles, symbolizing control and mastery.

Meanings of 驾驭

jiàyù(jia4yu4)
1to urge on (of horse)
2to drive
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About 驾驭

驾驭Simplified
駕馭Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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驾驭 (jiàyù) vs 控制 (kòngzhì) — use 驾驭 when emphasizing skillful management or control, while 控制 focuses more on exerting power or restraint.

Usage Notes

驾驭 is often used in formal contexts related to leadership or management. Common collocations include 驾驭局势 (to master the situation) and 驾驭情绪 (to control one's emotions). Be careful with pronunciation; ensure the tones are correctly emphasized, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 驾驭 is not a specific HSK word, it relates to themes of control and management found in various HSK vocabulary. Students at this level should focus on the nuances of leadership and how this word applies in different contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 驾驭 with 领导 (lǐngdǎo), which means to lead. For example, saying '我想要领导这个项目' (I want to lead this project) is correct, but saying '我想要驾驭这个项目' (I want to control this project) may imply a more dominating approach than intended.

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Component characters

驾jiàto harness
HSK 78 strokes马
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驭yùto drive, to ride; to manage, to control
5 strokes马
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How to say to urge on (of horse) in Chinese

“to urge on (of horse)” in Chinese is驾驭jiàyù

驾驭 refers to the act of controlling or managing something effectively, whether it be a vehicle, a horse, or a situation. In a broader sense, it can also imply mastering a skill or dominating a scenario. This term is often used in contexts where leadership or authoritative control is involved.

When to use 驾驭

驾驭 is often used in formal contexts related to leadership or management. Common collocations include 驾驭局势 (to master the situation) and 驾驭情绪 (to control one's emotions). Be careful with pronunciation; ensure the tones are correctly emphasized, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.

驾驭 or something close to it

驾驭 (jiàyù) vs 控制 (kòngzhì) — use 驾驭 when emphasizing skillful management or control, while 控制 focuses more on exerting power or restraint.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 驾驭 with 领导 (lǐngdǎo), which means to lead. For example, saying '我想要领导这个项目' (I want to lead this project) is correct, but saying '我想要驾驭这个项目' (I want to control this project) may imply a more dominating approach than intended.

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Cultural Notes for 驾驭

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In Western cultures, the idea of 'mastery' may emphasize individualism and personal achievement, while in Chinese culture, it often includes a collective responsibility and harmony in managing relationships.

Frequently asked questions about 驾驭

驾驭 emphasizes skillful management and control, often with a connotation of mastery, while 控制 simply means to control or restrain something.

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