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樯 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
qiángmast, boom, yard-armng, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #71168, Very Hard
qiáng(qiang2) T2
  1. 1mast, boom, yard-arm
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March 24, 2026

(檣)qiáng(qiang2)

The character 樯 (qiáng) refers to a mast or boom used in sailing vessels. It is commonly used in nautical contexts, particularly when discussing the structure of ships and boats. This term highlights the importance of masts in maritime activities and can also be used metaphorically to refer to support structures in other contexts.

Strokes15RadicalFrequency#71168DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sailing and navigation have historical significance, especially during the age of exploration and trade along the maritime Silk Road. Understanding terms like 樯 can deepen appreciation for China's rich maritime history.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tall ship with a giant mast reaching towards the sky. The character 樯 looks like a tall structure (the mast) with branches (the horizontal booms) extending from it. Remember 'qiáng' as 'strong' like the sturdy mast that holds sails against the wind.

Meanings of 樯

qiáng(qiang2)
1mast, boom, yard-arm
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About 樯

Simplified
Traditional
15Strokes
Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 樯

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a tall ship with a giant mast reaching towards the sky. The character 樯 looks like a tall structure (the mast) with branches (the horizontal booms) extending from it. Remember 'qiáng' as 'strong' like the sturdy mast that holds sails against the wind.

Usage Notes

This term is mostly used in formal or technical contexts related to sailing and ships. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding terms; ensure you use it specifically for nautical references. It is often paired with words related to ships, such as 船 (chuán) for 'boat' or 'ship'.

HSK Study Tips

Though 樯 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners interested in maritime terminology. Students at HSK 4 and above should focus on expanding their vocabulary in specialized fields, including nautical terms, to enhance comprehension in relevant contexts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sailing and navigation have historical significance, especially during the age of exploration and trade along the maritime Silk Road. Understanding terms like 樯 can deepen appreciation for China's rich maritime history.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 樯 with 船 (chuán), which means 'boat' or 'ship'. For example, saying '我喜欢樱' (Wǒ xǐhuān yīng) instead of '我喜欢船' (Wǒ xǐhuān chuán) would be incorrect when referring to a boat.

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Etymology of 樯

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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wood

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 樯

IDS Structure⿰木啬
Full Character
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Mu4
left
se4
right
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Cultural Notes for 樯

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, sailing and navigation have historical significance, especially during the age of exploration and trade along the maritime Silk Road. Understanding terms like 樯 can deepen appreciation for China's rich maritime history.

Word Family of 樯

Words Containing This Character1
qiángboom
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 樯

No, 樯 is primarily used in nautical contexts and is not commonly heard in everyday conversation.