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March 24, 2026
龙舟(龍舟)lóngzhōu(long2zhou1)
龙舟 (lóng zhōu) refers to a dragon boat, a traditional wooden boat decorated with a dragon's head, used in festivals and races. It is closely associated with the Duanwu Festival, where teams compete in races to commemorate the poet Qu Yuan. The term also implies a sense of grandeur and cultural significance in Chinese maritime traditions.
Frequency#46089DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
龙舟 is prominently featured during the Duanwu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival), where races are held to honor Qu Yuan, reflecting deep cultural respect for history and tradition in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a long, majestic dragon (龙, lóng) soaring over a beautiful boat (舟, zhōu). Picture the dragon's scales shimmering in the sun as it guides the boat through the water. The sound 'long' sounds like 'long' in English, and 'zhou' sounds like 'show,' helping you remember it's a 'dragon show boat.'
Meanings of 龙舟
lóngzhōu(long2zhou1)
1dragon boat
2imperial boat
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龙舟Simplified
龍舟Traditional
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a long, majestic dragon (龙, lóng) soaring over a beautiful boat (舟, zhōu). Picture the dragon's scales shimmering in the sun as it guides the boat through the water. The sound 'long' sounds like 'long' in English, and 'zhou' sounds like 'show,' helping you remember it's a 'dragon show boat.'
Usage Notes
While 龙舟 is commonly used in informal contexts related to festivals, in formal settings you might encounter it in historical texts. A common mistake is confusing it with just '舟' (boat), which does not carry the cultural significance of 'dragon.' Pay attention to the tones: 'long2' (second tone) and 'zhou1' (first tone) are crucial for correct pronunciation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 龙舟 is not explicitly in HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above topics on culture and festivals. Students should focus on recognizing the characters and understanding their cultural context, as well as practicing tonal pronunciation.
Cultural Note
龙舟 is prominently featured during the Duanwu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival), where races are held to honor Qu Yuan, reflecting deep cultural respect for history and tradition in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '龙船' instead of '龙舟', thinking both mean dragon boat; however, '龙船' is less commonly used and may not convey the same cultural context. Always use '龙舟' for accuracy.
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Cultural Notes for 龙舟
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龙舟 is prominently featured during the Duanwu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival), where races are held to honor Qu Yuan, reflecting deep cultural respect for history and tradition in China.
Frequently Asked Questions about 龙舟
Dragon boats are significant during the Duanwu Festival and symbolize teamwork, strength, and cultural heritage.
No, 龙舟 specifically refers to dragon boats, which have cultural and historical connotations.
Yes, there are various types of boats in China, but 龙舟 is unique because of its decoration and cultural relevance.
