unknown, 6 strokes, radical 戈, rank #65460, Very Hard
戎
róng
army (matters)
unknown, 6 strokes, radical 戈, rank #65460, Very Hard
róng(Rong2) T2
1arms, armaments; military affairs
2army (matters)
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March 24, 2026
戎róng(Rong2)
The character 戎 (róng) primarily refers to military affairs or armaments. It can denote concepts related to the army or warfare, and it is also a common surname in Chinese. This term is often used in historical or formal contexts when discussing military matters.
Strokes6Radical戈Frequency#65460DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient China, military affairs were crucial to the state's stability, and the character 戎 reflects this historical significance. The concept of warfare has a deep cultural resonance, influencing literature, art, and even modern military organization in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a soldier (戎) dressed in armor, standing ready for battle. The left side of the character, 戈, resembles a spear, symbolizing arms, while the right side suggests a protective structure. Picture the soldier saying 'Róng!' as he prepares for the fight, connecting the pronunciation with the image of military readiness.
Meanings of 戎
róng(Rong2)
1arms, armaments; military affairs
2army (matters)
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About 戎
戎Simplified
6Strokes
戈Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 戎
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a soldier (戎) dressed in armor, standing ready for battle. The left side of the character, 戈, resembles a spear, symbolizing arms, while the right side suggests a protective structure. Picture the soldier saying 'Róng!' as he prepares for the fight, connecting the pronunciation with the image of military readiness.
Usage Notes
When using 戎, it's important to be aware of its formal context, as it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include '戎马' (military horse) and '戎装' (military uniform). Learners should avoid mixing it with more general terms for 'war' or 'battle,' which may lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
Though 戎 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to themes of military and warfare, which can be found in advanced studies. Students should focus on recognizing its use in historical texts and military discussions, enhancing their understanding of related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, military affairs were crucial to the state's stability, and the character 戎 reflects this historical significance. The concept of warfare has a deep cultural resonance, influencing literature, art, and even modern military organization in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 戎 with the more general term for 'war' (战争, zhànzhēng), leading to incorrect usage in informal contexts. Remember, 戎 specifically pertains to military matters, not general conflicts.
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Grammar Patterns of 戎
戎 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 3 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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在羊肉上刷上薄薄一层第____产的芥子酱。
Thinly paint the lamb with Dijon mustard.
Example Sentences for 戎 (1)
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在羊肉上刷上薄薄一层第戎产的芥子酱。
zài yáng ròu shàng shuā shàng báo báo yī céng dì róng chǎn de jiè zǐ jiàng。
Thinly paint the lamb with Dijon mustard.
Cultural Notes for 戎
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient China, military affairs were crucial to the state's stability, and the character 戎 reflects this historical significance. The concept of warfare has a deep cultural resonance, influencing literature, art, and even modern military organization in China.
Word Family of 戎
Words Containing This Character11
戎róngarmy (matters)
兵戎相见to meet on the battlefield (idiom)兵戎相見
戎装martial attire戎裝
戎马military horse戎馬
西戎Xionites (Central Asian nomads)
投笔从戎to lay down the pen and take up the sword (idiom)投筆從戎
戎马生涯army life (idiom)戎馬生涯
从戎to enlist從戎
兵戎arms
戎机war戎機
张戎Jung Chang (1952-), British-Chinese writer, name at birth Zhang Erhong 張二鴻|张二鸿[ZhāngErhóng], author of Wild Swans 野天鵝|野天鹅[YěTiān'é] and Mao: The Unknown Story 毛澤東·鮮為人知的故事|毛泽东·鲜为人知的故事[Mao2 Ze2 dong1 · Xian1 wei2 ren2 zhi1 de5 Gu4 shi5]張戎
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 戎
The primary meaning of 戎 is related to military affairs and armaments.
No, 戎 is more commonly found in formal or historical contexts rather than casual conversations.
