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仗
zhàng
weaponry
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
to hold (a weapon)
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
to wield
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
to rely on
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
to depend on
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
war
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
battle
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
仗
zhàng
1to rely upon; protector; to fight; war, weaponry
n, 5 strokes, radical 亻, rank #6215, Hard
zhàng(zhang4)zhang T4
1weaponry
2to hold (a weapon)
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March 24, 2026
仗zhàng(zhang4)
The character '仗' refers to a weapon or the act of wielding a weapon. It is commonly used in contexts involving battle or warfare but can also convey the idea of relying on or depending on someone or something for support or protection. In everyday language, it can denote a sense of assistance or reliance in various situations.
Strokes5Radical亻Frequency#6215DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese history, '仗' is often associated with famous battles and warriors, reflecting the significance of martial prowess in traditional culture. The concept of relying on one's abilities or allies in warfare is also a recurring theme in Chinese literature, such as in classic novels.
Memory tip
Imagine a soldier (the left radical '亻', representing a person) holding a large heavy weapon ('仗') to protect a castle. The character looks like a person standing strong with a weapon, ready for battle, which helps you remember its meaning related to weaponry and reliance.
Meanings of 仗
zhàng(zhang4)
1weaponry
2to hold (a weapon)
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About 仗
仗Simplified
5Strokes
亻Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6215Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
武器 (wǔqì, weapon) vs 支持 (zhīchí, support) — choose '仗' when emphasizing the act of wielding or relying on a weapon, rather than just any weapon or general support.
Usage Notes
'仗' is often used in a military context but can also be used metaphorically for reliance. Be cautious with its tone; many learners confuse it with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include '仗剑' (to wield a sword) and '依仗' (to rely on).
HSK Study Tips
Although '仗' is not on the HSK word lists, it connects well with HSK level vocabulary related to conflict and support, such as '战争' (war) and '依靠' (to rely on). Students should focus on the various contexts it can be used in, especially in literature or history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '仗' with '长' (cháng), which means 'long.' For example, saying '我仗得很长' (I rely on something long) instead of '我依仗得很长' (I rely on it for a long time) is incorrect. Always use '仗' in contexts related to weapons or reliance.
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仗 = 亻 + 丈. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 仗
IDS Structure⿰亻丈
仗Full character
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亻ren2
left
丈zhang4
right
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How to say weaponry in Chinese
“weaponry” in Chinese is仗zhàng
The character '仗' refers to a weapon or the act of wielding a weapon. It is commonly used in contexts involving battle or warfare but can also convey the idea of relying on or depending on someone or something for support or protection. In everyday language, it can denote a sense of assistance or reliance in various situations.
When to use 仗
'仗' is often used in a military context but can also be used metaphorically for reliance. Be cautious with its tone; many learners confuse it with similar-sounding characters. Common collocations include '仗剑' (to wield a sword) and '依仗' (to rely on).
仗 or something close to it
武器 (wǔqì, weapon) vs 支持 (zhīchí, support) — choose '仗' when emphasizing the act of wielding or relying on a weapon, rather than just any weapon or general support.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '仗' with '长' (cháng), which means 'long.' For example, saying '我仗得很长' (I rely on something long) instead of '我依仗得很长' (I rely on it for a long time) is incorrect. Always use '仗' in contexts related to weapons or reliance.
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Grammar patterns of 仗
仗 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 8 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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自律、自愿与热情，这是你所必须依____的。
Self-discipline, willingness, enthusiasm, that's what you must depend on.
England doesn't want a war but it doesn't want to lose face.
3
最近15年来他们一直在打仗。
zuìjìn15 nián lái tāmen yìzhí zài dǎzhàng。
They've been at war for the last fifteen years.
4
他们与敌人整整打了八年仗.
tāmen yǔ dírén zhěngzhěng dǎ le bā nián zhàng.
They warred against the opposing army 8 years.
5
在政客们大打嘴仗的同时，暴力事件愈演愈烈。
zài zhèng kè men dà dǎ zuǐ zhàng de tóngshí， bàolì shìjiàn yùyǎnyùliè。
Meanwhile, as the politicians haggle, the violence worsens.
6
思嘉费劲地仗着那僵疼的脖子把头抬起来.
sī Jiā fèijìn dì zhàng zhe nà jiāng téng de bózi bǎ tóu tái qǐlái.
Scarlett with an effort lifted her head on her aching neck.
7
他要同那些不让学徒吃饱的师傅打仗.
tā yào tóng nàxiē bù ràng xué tú chī bǎo de shīfu dǎzhàng.
He wanted to fight the masters who starved their appretices.
8
上校倚仗权势让他的中士划船划了一路。
shàng jiào yǐ zhàng quán shì ràng tā de zhōng shì huáchuán huá le yílù。
The Captain pulled rank and made his sergeant row the entire way.
9
什么打仗啦,当海盗呀,他全无了兴趣.
shénme dǎzhàng la, dāng hǎidào yā, tā quán wú le xìngqù.
He no longer took an interest in war , nor even in piracy.
10
贺龙又去打仗夺回来那匹马.
hè lóng yòu qù dǎzhàng duó huílái nà pǐ mǎ.
Hung Lo went to battle to recover that horse.
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Cultural Notes for 仗
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In Western cultures, the idea of 'reliance' is often more individualistic, whereas in Chinese culture, it emphasizes collective support and relationships, particularly in times of conflict.
Word Family of 仗
Words containing this character20
仗zhàngweaponry
打仗dǎzhàngto go to war
仗义zhàngyìto uphold justice仗義
胜仗shèngzhàngvictory勝仗
仰仗yǎngzhàngto rely on
仪仗队yízhàngduìhonor guard儀仗隊
打雪仗dǎxuězhàngto have a snowball fight
败仗bàizhàngdefeat敗仗
炮仗pàozhangfirecracker
仗势欺人zhàngshìqīrénto kick people around仗勢欺人
倚仗yǐzhàngto lean on
仪仗yízhàngceremonial weaponry儀仗
对仗duìzhàngto fight對仗
仗义执言zhàngyìzhíyánto speak out for justice (idiom); to take a stand on a matter of principle仗義執言
恶仗èzhànghard fighting惡仗
狗仗人势gǒuzhàngrénshìa dog threatens based on master's power (idiom); to use one's position to bully others狗仗人勢
打翻身仗dǎfānshēnzhàngto fight to reverse sth
雪仗xuězhàngsnow fight
仗势zhàngshìto rely on power仗勢
凭仗píngzhàngto rely on憑仗
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Frequently asked questions about 仗
'仗' can refer to weaponry or the act of relying on someone or something.
Yes, common phrases include '仗剑' (to wield a sword) and '依仗' (to depend on).
'仗' is more commonly used in formal or literary contexts, especially when discussing historical or military topics.
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