HSK 7, n, 19 strokes, radical 田, rank #39644, Very Hard
疆
jiāng
boundary
HSK 7, n, 19 strokes, radical 田, rank #39644, Very Hard
疆
jiāng
boundary, border, frontier
HSK 7, n, 19 strokes, radical 田, rank #39644, Very Hard
jiāng(jiang1) T1
1border
2boundary
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March 24, 2026
疆jiāng(jiang1)
The character 疆 (jiāng) refers to a border or boundary, particularly in the context of regions or countries. It often implies a defined limit separating two areas, whether geographical or metaphorical, and is used in discussions about territory and relationships between places.
Strokes19Radical田Frequency#39644DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of borders is significant due to the historical context of dynasties and territorial expansion, making boundaries a frequent topic in literature and politics.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant fence (the boundary) made of 'gold' (金) and 'earth' (土) that marks the border of your kingdom. The character 疆 combines the radical 疒 (sickness) as a reminder that crossing borders can sometimes lead to 'troubles' or challenges, linking to the sound 'jiāng' for 'boundary.'
Meanings of 疆
jiāng(jiang1)
1border
2boundary
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About 疆
疆Simplified
19Strokes
田Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#39644Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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AI Study Notes for 疆
Quick Contrast
边 (biān) - use 疆 (jiāng) when referring to a more formal or defined boundary, while 边 (biān) is often used in a more general sense of edge or side.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant fence (the boundary) made of 'gold' (金) and 'earth' (土) that marks the border of your kingdom. The character 疆 combines the radical 疒 (sickness) as a reminder that crossing borders can sometimes lead to 'troubles' or challenges, linking to the sound 'jiāng' for 'boundary.'
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 疆 with similar-sounding characters. It is more formal and specific than simply using 边 (biān), which means edge or side. Common collocations include 边疆 (biānjiāng - border area) and 国界 (guójiè - national boundary).
HSK Study Tips
While 疆 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects to other geographical terms you might encounter in HSK vocabulary. Focus on familiarizing yourself with context-specific phrases that include borders or boundaries to enhance your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of borders is significant due to the historical context of dynasties and territorial expansion, making boundaries a frequent topic in literature and politics.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 疆 with 边 (biān) because they both relate to boundaries. For example, saying '我住在边' (wǒ zhù zài biān - I live at the edge) instead of '我住在疆' (wǒ zhù zài jiāng) is incorrect; use 疆 to specify a border context.
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Grammar Patterns of 疆
疆 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
它的____域包括东阿尔卑斯山的一部分和多瑙河流域的一部分.
Its territory includes part of the eastern Alps as well as of the Danube basin.
Example Sentences for 疆 (4)
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1
它的疆域包括东阿尔卑斯山的一部分和多瑙河流域的一部分.
tā de jiāng yù bāo kuò dōng ā ěr bēi sī shān de yī bù fēn hé duō nǎo hé liú yù de yī bù fēn.
Its territory includes part of the eastern Alps as well as of the Danube basin.
2
他写了一本描写边疆各省的专著.
tā xiě le yī běn miáo xiě biān jiāng gè shěng de zhuān zhù.
He wrote a book descriptive of the frontier provinces.
3
卡车把货物输往边疆地区.
kǎ chē bǎ huò wù shū wǎng biān jiāng dì qū.
Commodities are transported to border areas by truck.
4
成吉思汗, 塔马兰在狂热的开疆拓土中消灭了所有反抗他们的人.
chéng jí sī hàn, , tǎ mǎ lán zài kuáng rè de kāi jiāng tuò tǔ zhōng xiāo miè le suǒ yǒu fǎn kàng tā mén de.
Khan, Tamerlans in the fury of conquest exterminated all who resisted them.
Cultural Notes for 疆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of borders is significant due to the historical context of dynasties and territorial expansion, making boundaries a frequent topic in literature and politics.
Word Family of 疆
Words Containing This Character14
新疆Xinjiang
疆jiāngborder
边疆biānjiāngborder area邊疆
疆土territory
疆域territory
阿塞拜疆Azerbaijan, former Soviet Republic and region of northwest Iran in Caucasus
疆场battlefield疆場
新疆维吾尔自治区Xinjiang Uighur autonomous region, abbr. 新, capital Urumqi or Ürümqi 烏魯木齊|乌鲁木齐新疆維吾爾自治區
万寿无疆long may you live萬壽無疆
南疆South Xinjiang
疆界border
海疆coastal border region
封疆border region
东疆East of Xinjiang東疆
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Compound Meaning
What does 新疆 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 疆
You can say '中国的边疆很美丽' (Zhōngguó de biānjiāng hěn měilì) meaning 'The borders of China are beautiful.'
Yes, it is often used in discussions about national security and geography.
Synonyms include 边界 (biānjiè) and 界限 (jièxiàn), though they may carry different connotations.
