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March 24, 2026
崇chóng(Chong2)
The character 崇 (chóng) conveys meanings of elevation and respect, often associated with concepts like worship and esteem. It can denote something that is high, lofty, or sublime in nature, and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express honor or admiration for someone or something.
Strokes11Radical山Frequency#23889DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
崇 is often seen in the context of traditional Chinese culture, especially in religious practices where reverence for ancestors and deities is emphasized. It reflects the importance of showing respect in various aspects of Chinese life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tall mountain (the character's shape can remind you of peaks) that people climb to pay respect to an ancient deity at its summit. The pronunciation 'chóng' sounds like 'chong' which you can remember as 'climbing higher' to honor the sublime view.
Meanings of 崇
chóng(Chong2)
1high
2sublime
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About 崇
崇Simplified
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状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 崇
Quick Contrast
崇 (chóng) vs 尊 (zūn) — use 崇 when emphasizing elevation or esteem, while 尊 focuses more on respect or honor.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tall mountain (the character's shape can remind you of peaks) that people climb to pay respect to an ancient deity at its summit. The pronunciation 'chóng' sounds like 'chong' which you can remember as 'climbing higher' to honor the sublime view.
Usage Notes
崇 is often used in formal contexts, such as in literature or speeches, to express deep respect. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar-sounding characters that do not carry the same connotations of esteem. Be mindful of tone; the first tone is crucial for correct pronunciation.
HSK Study Tips
While 崇 is not currently included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to themes of respect and honor found in other characters at the intermediate level. Focus on using it in sentences that express admiration or reverence.
Cultural Note
崇 is often seen in the context of traditional Chinese culture, especially in religious practices where reverence for ancestors and deities is emphasized. It reflects the importance of showing respect in various aspects of Chinese life.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 崇 with similar characters like 重 (zhòng), which means 'heavy' or 'to repeat'. For example, saying '我崇这个包' instead of '我喜欢这个包' (I like this bag) is incorrect, as 崇 should imply esteem rather than preference.
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Grammar Patterns of 崇
崇 carries 7 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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他作为一位睿智、具备政治家才干的州长而广受尊____。
He was widely respected as a wise and statesmanlike governor.
Example Sentences for 崇 (10)
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1
他作为一位睿智、具备政治家才干的州长而广受尊崇。
tā zuò wéi yī wèi ruì zhì、 、 jù bèi zhèng zhì jiā cái gān de zhōu cháng ér guǎng shòu zūn。
He was widely respected as a wise and statesmanlike governor.
2
她死后成了部分人狂热崇拜的偶像。
tā sǐ hòu chéng le bù fēn rén kuáng rè chóng bài de ǒu xiàng。
Since her death, she has become a cult figure.
3
她那几个月里创作的画作备受推崇。
tā nà jī gè yuè lǐ chuàng zuò de huà zuò bèi shòu tuī chóng。
The paintings she produced in those months won undivided admiration.
They worship James Brown, Bob Marley and Jimi Hendrix.
10
八岁时, 我视父母为完美无缺的崇拜偶像.
bā suì shí, , wǒ shì fù mǔ wéi wán měi wú quē de chóng bài ǒu.
When I was eight years old, my parents were faultless gods.
Cultural Notes for 崇
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崇 is often seen in the context of traditional Chinese culture, especially in religious practices where reverence for ancestors and deities is emphasized. It reflects the importance of showing respect in various aspects of Chinese life.
Word Family of 崇
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Words Containing This Character20
崇拜chóngbàito worship
崇高chónggāomajestic
崇尚chóngshàngto revere
推崇to esteem
崇拜者worshipper
崇chónghigh
崇敬chóngjìngto revere
尊崇to revere
崇祯Chongzhen, reign name of last Ming emperor (1628-1644)崇禎
崇明Chongming island county, Shanghai
崇文区Chongwen district of central Beijing崇文區
崇山峻岭towering mountains and precipitous ridges (idiom)崇山峻嶺
崇洋媚外to revere everything foreign and pander to overseas powers (idiom); blind worship of foreign goods and ideas
崇文门Chongwenmen gate in Beijing崇文門
崇州Chongzhou county level city in Chengdu 成都[Chéngdū], Sichuan
崇明岛Chongming Island崇明島
白崇禧Bai Chongxi (1893-1966), a leader of Guangxi warlord faction, top Nationalist general, played important role in Chiang Kaishek's campaigns 1926-1949
崇州市Chongzhou county level city in Chengdu 成都[Chéngdū], Sichuan
崇洋to idolize foreign things
崇左Chongzuo prefecture-level city in Guangxi
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Compound Meaning
What does 崇拜 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 崇
You can say '我崇拜这个艺术家' (I admire this artist) to express esteem.
While it is more common in formal language, 崇 can also be used in everyday conversation when speaking about respect.
Synonyms include 尊重 (zūnzhòng) for respect and 敬仰 (jìngyǎng) for admiration.
