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March 24, 2026
仲zhòng(Zhong4)
The character 仲 (zhòng) primarily means 'middle brother' or 'second among brothers.' It is often used in contexts involving family hierarchy, particularly in traditional Chinese culture, where birth order among siblings holds significance. Additionally, it can signify a mediator or someone who acts as an intermediary in various situations.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birth order among siblings is traditionally important, influencing roles and responsibilities within the family. The term '仲' reflects this cultural value, representing respect for the hierarchy of siblings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a family tree where the second son is standing between the first and third brothers, representing '仲.' The character has a '中' (middle) component which visually suggests being in the center or middle position. The pronunciation 'zhòng' sounds like 'drone,' which can remind you of a bee that mediates between flowers.
Meanings of 仲
zhòng(Zhong4)
1middle brother; go between, mediator; surname
2middle
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About 仲
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AI Study Notes for 仲
Quick Contrast
仲 (zhòng) vs 兄 (xiōng) — choose 仲 when referring to the second brother specifically, while 兄 refers to an older brother.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a family tree where the second son is standing between the first and third brothers, representing '仲.' The character has a '中' (middle) component which visually suggests being in the center or middle position. The pronunciation 'zhòng' sounds like 'drone,' which can remind you of a bee that mediates between flowers.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 仲 with other similar characters like 中 (middle) and 重 (heavy). While '仲' specifically refers to the second brother, using it incorrectly can lead to misunderstandings about family dynamics. This term is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as family discussions or historical texts.
HSK Study Tips
Although '仲' is not part of the official HSK levels, it connects with family-related vocabulary that learners may encounter at HSK 3 or 4. Focus on the context of family terms and practice using '仲' in sentences about family relationships to solidify understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, birth order among siblings is traditionally important, influencing roles and responsibilities within the family. The term '仲' reflects this cultural value, representing respect for the hierarchy of siblings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '仲' with '重' (heavy), leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '仲的书很重' (The middle brother's book is heavy) is incorrect; it should clarify the context, such as '我的仲兄的书很重' (My second brother's book is heavy).
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Grammar Patterns of 仲
仲 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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Complete the Sentence
他在神学和政治事务上都是最终的____裁人。
He was the ultimate arbiter on both theological and political matters.
Example Sentences for 仲 (5)
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他在神学和政治事务上都是最终的仲裁人。
tā zài shén xué hé zhèng zhì shì wù shàng dū shì zuì zhōng de zhòng cái rén。
He was the ultimate arbiter on both theological and political matters.
There is very little to choose between the world's top tennis players.
3
两个队难分伯仲。
liǎng gè duì nán fēn bó zhòng。
The teams are evenly matched.
4
周仲伟 的话还没完, 徐曼丽 那红春春的俏脸儿陡的变了色.
zhōu zhòng wěi de huà huán méi, wán , xú màn lì nà hóng chūn chūn de qiào liǎn ér dǒu de.
Before Chou Chung - wei had finished what he was saying, Hsu Man - li's pretty face suddenly clouded over.
5
仲夏酷暑尤其令人难熬.
zhòng xià kù shǔ yóu qí líng rén nán āo.
It is particularly difficult to bear up against the midsummer heat.
Cultural Notes for 仲
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, birth order among siblings is traditionally important, influencing roles and responsibilities within the family. The term '仲' reflects this cultural value, representing respect for the hierarchy of siblings.
Word Family of 仲
Words Containing This Character16
仲zhòngmiddle
仲裁zhòngcáiarbitration
仲夏midsummer
仲介middleman
杜仲eucommia (a kind of rubber tree)
大仲马Alexandre Dumas, père (1802-1870), French writer大仲馬
管仲known as Guangzi 管子
范仲淹also writer and author of On Yueyang Tower 岳陽樓記|岳阳楼记
董仲舒Dong Zhongshu (179-104 BC), philosopher influential in establishing Confucianism as the established system of values of former Han dynasty
伯仲之间almost on a par伯仲之間
仲秋second month of autumn
昆仲(literary) brothers
仲巴县Zhongba county, Tibetan: 'Brong pa rdzong, in Shigatse prefecture, Tibet仲巴縣
仲巴Zhongba county, Tibetan: 'Brong pa rdzong, in Shigatse prefecture, Tibet
晏平仲another name for Yan Ying 晏嬰|晏婴 or Yanzi 晏子 (-500 BC), famous statesman from Qi of the Warring States 齊國|齐国
许仲琳Xu Zhonglin or Chen Zhonglin 陳仲琳|陈仲琳 (c. 1567-c. 1620), Ming novelist, to whom the fantasy novel Investure of the Gods 封神演義|封神演义 is attributed, together with Lu Xixing 陸西星|陆西星許仲琳
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 仲
'仲' can be used in a sentence like, '他是我的仲兄' (He is my second brother).
'仲' primarily refers to brothers, but it can also metaphorically apply to mediators in various contexts.
Common collocations include '仲兄' (second brother) and '仲介' (intermediary or broker).
