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March 24, 2026
浚jùn(jun4)
The character 浚 (jùn) primarily means to dredge or deepen, especially in the context of waterways like ditches or rivers. It can also refer to the act of extracting or managing resources, often indicating a careful or thorough approach. In historical contexts, it has also referred to a ladle or tool used for such purposes.
Strokes10Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese society, dredging rivers was crucial for agriculture and trade, emphasizing the importance of water management in sustaining communities. The character reflects this historical significance in the context of maintaining waterways for transportation and irrigation.
Memory Tip
Think of 浚 (jùn) as a river (水) being deepened (深) to allow boats to pass. The water radical (氵) gives a hint to its association with liquids, while the character’s shape can be visualized as a ladle scooping out the depths of a riverbed.
Meanings of 浚
jùn(jun4)
1to dredge
2to deepen (e.g. a ditch)
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浚Simplified
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氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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疏 (shū) — use 浚 (jùn) when emphasizing deepening or thorough dredging, while 疏 (shū) focuses on clearing or widening.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 浚 (jùn) as a river (水) being deepened (深) to allow boats to pass. The water radical (氵) gives a hint to its association with liquids, while the character’s shape can be visualized as a ladle scooping out the depths of a riverbed.
Usage Notes
This character is often used in formal contexts related to engineering or environmental management. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words in different tones. When using 浚, ensure you are clear on the context of water management to avoid ambiguity.
HSK Study Tips
While 浚 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with HSK level words related to water (水) and depth (深). Students should focus on recognizing its usage in technical or literary texts, which can expand their understanding of relevant vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese society, dredging rivers was crucial for agriculture and trade, emphasizing the importance of water management in sustaining communities. The character reflects this historical significance in the context of maintaining waterways for transportation and irrigation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 浚 with similar characters like 俊 (jùn), which means handsome. Remember that 浚 is specifically related to water and deepening, while 俊 relates to appearance.
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Cultural Notes for 浚
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In ancient Chinese society, dredging rivers was crucial for agriculture and trade, emphasizing the importance of water management in sustaining communities. The character reflects this historical significance in the context of maintaining waterways for transportation and irrigation.
Word Family of 浚
Words Containing This Character3
浚jùnto extract
疏浚to dredge
浚县Xun County in Hebi 鶴壁|鹤壁[Hèbì], Henan浚縣
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Frequently Asked Questions about 浚
The correct pronunciation is jùn, with a falling tone.
It is more commonly found in formal or technical language, not in casual conversation.
Yes, synonyms include 疏 (shū), which also means to dredge or clear.
