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君 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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君
jūn
monarch
HSK 7, nz, 7 strokes, radical 口, rank #4056, Very Hard
君
jūn
lord
HSK 7, nz, 7 strokes, radical 口, rank #4056, Very Hard
君
jūn
gentleman
HSK 7, nz, 7 strokes, radical 口, rank #4056, Very Hard
君
jūn
ruler
HSK 7, nz, 7 strokes, radical 口, rank #4056, Very Hard
君
jūn
sovereign, ruler, prince, monarch, chief
HSK 7, nz, 7 strokes, radical 口, rank #4056, Very Hard
jūn(jun1)jun T1
1gentleman
2ruler
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March 24, 2026
君jūn(jun1)
君 (jūn) refers to a monarch or ruler, often associated with a figure of authority and nobility. It can also imply the concept of a gentleman, indicating someone of high moral character and respectability. This character is often used in formal contexts, representing leadership or governance.
Strokes7Radical口Frequency#4056DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 君 has historical significance, particularly in Confucianism, where the ideal ruler is seen as a moral leader who governs with virtue and benevolence. This principle is foundational in discussions about governance and ethics in Chinese society.
Memory tip
Imagine a wise king (君) sitting on a throne, wearing a crown that looks like the character itself. The top part resembles a roof symbolizing authority, while the bottom part represents stability, grounding the royal figure. This visualization helps you connect the character to its meaning as a ruler.
Meanings of 君
jūn(jun1)
1monarch
2lord
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About 君
君Simplified
7Strokes
口Radical
其它专名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#4056Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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Quick Contrast
君 (jūn) vs 侯 (hóu) — use 君 for a monarch or ruler, while 侯 refers specifically to a marquis or noble title.
Usage Notes
君 is often used in formal contexts, and learners should be cautious not to use it in casual conversations. A common mistake is to confuse 君 with 你 (nǐ), which means 'you'; remember that 君 conveys respect and authority. It also appears in phrases like 君子 (jūnzǐ), meaning 'gentleman' or 'noble person.'
HSK Study Tips
While 君 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with characters related to leadership and respect, such as 王 (wáng, king) and 贵 (guì, noble). Students should focus on recognizing its use in classical texts and its formal connotations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 君 in casual greetings or dialogues, thinking it simply means 'you.' For example, saying '君好' instead of '你好' is incorrect; the proper greeting is 你好 (nǐ hǎo).
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君 (jūn) refers to a monarch or ruler, often associated with a figure of authority and nobility. It can also imply the concept of a gentleman, indicating someone of high moral character and respectability. This character is often used in formal contexts, representing leadership or governance.
When to use 君
君 is often used in formal contexts, and learners should be cautious not to use it in casual conversations. A common mistake is to confuse 君 with 你 (nǐ), which means 'you'; remember that 君 conveys respect and authority. It also appears in phrases like 君子 (jūnzǐ), meaning 'gentleman' or 'noble person.'
君 or something close to it
君 (jūn) vs 侯 (hóu) — use 君 for a monarch or ruler, while 侯 refers specifically to a marquis or noble title.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 君 in casual greetings or dialogues, thinking it simply means 'you.' For example, saying '君好' instead of '你好' is incorrect; the proper greeting is 你好 (nǐ hǎo).
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Grammar patterns of 君
君 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 5 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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喝下午茶的时候，维多利亚与其夫____艾伯特亲王表演了二重唱。
At tea-time, Victoria sang duets with her Consort, Prince Albert.
Example sentences for 君 (10)
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喝下午茶的时候，维多利亚与其夫君艾伯特亲王表演了二重唱。
hē xiàwǔ chá de shíhou， wéi duō lì yà yǔqí fū jūn ài bà tè qīn wáng biǎoyǎn le èr zhòng chàng。
At tea-time, Victoria sang duets with her Consort, Prince Albert.
In 1962, Yaping introduced by Chen Shaolin Master Zhang Junqiu al.
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Word Family of 君
Compounds23
群qúnvariant of 群[qún]
裙qúnold variant of 裙[qún]
郡jùncounty, region, administrative division
窘jiǒngdistressed; embarrassed; hard-pressed
莙jūn
捃jùnto gather, to sort
涒tūn
焄xūn
珺jùn
鲪jūn
侰jiǒng
宭qún
峮qūn
帬qún
桾jūn
羣qún
裠qún
覠jūn
輑yǐn
頵yūn
鮶jūn
鵘jùn
麏jūn
Words containing this character16
君jūnlord
瘾君子yǐnjūnzǐopium eater癮君子
君子jūnzǐnobleman
君主jūnzhǔmonarch
伪君子wěijūnzǐhypocrite偽君子
暴君bàojūntyrant
君王jūnwángsovereign king
郎君lángjūnpimp
邓丽君dènglìjūnTeresa Teng (1953-1995), Taiwanese pop idol鄧麗君
国君guójūnmonarch國君
君主制jūnzhǔzhìmonarchy
诸君zhūjūnLadies and Gentlemen!諸君
君山jūnshānJunshan district of Yueyang city 岳陽|岳阳[Yuèyáng], Hunan
君士坦丁堡jūnshìtǎndīngbǎoConstantinople, capital of Byzantium
王昭君wángzhāojūnWang Zhaojun (52-19 BC), famous beauty at the court of Han emperor Yuan 漢元帝|汉元帝[HànYuándì], one of the four legendary beauties 四大美女[sìdàměinǚ]
正人君子zhèngrénjūnziupright gentleman
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Frequently asked questions about 君
No, 君 is a formal term and is not appropriate for casual use. It conveys respect and is better suited for addressing someone of higher status.
While traditionally referring to male rulers, 君 can also symbolize any leader or noble figure, regardless of gender, particularly in literary or formal contexts.
君 specifically refers to a monarch or ruler, while 大人 is a more general term for an adult or respected person.
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