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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
迥jiǒngdistant, far; separated; differenti, 8 strokes, radical 辶
jiǒng(jiong3)jiong T3
  1. 1distant, far; separated; different
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March 24, 2026

迥(㢠)jiǒng(jiong3)

The character 迥 (jiǒng) conveys a sense of distance or separation. It is often used to describe something that is markedly different or distinct from something else, emphasizing a strong contrast. Common usage contexts include discussions about differences in opinions, styles, or characteristics.

Strokes8Radical辶
Cultural note

In Chinese literature, 迥 often appears in poetic expressions, emphasizing stark contrasts in nature or human emotions. This reflects the cultural appreciation for nuances in differences, especially in art and poetry.

Memory tip

Imagine a jumping kangaroo (sounds like 'jiǒng') far away on the horizon. The shape of the character 迥 resembles two paths diverging, symbolizing distance and difference. Visualizing the kangaroo jumping far away helps you remember both the sound and meaning.

Meanings of 迥

jiǒng(jiong3)
1distant, far; separated; different
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About 迥

迥Simplified
㢠Traditional
8Strokes
辶Radical
成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast

迥 (jiǒng) vs 明显 (míngxiǎn) — use 迥 for emphasizing strong differences or separations, while 明显 is more about something being obvious or clear.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 迥 with similar characters. It's important to use it in contexts that emphasize difference rather than just distance. The character is more formal, so in casual conversation, other words might be preferred.

HSK Study Tips

Although 迥 is not included in the HSK levels, it is useful for learners who are at advanced levels and want to express nuanced differences. Students should focus on its usage in contrastive contexts and practice with synonyms.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 迥 with 远 (yuǎn), which also means far but without the nuance of difference. For example, saying '这两件事是远的' (These two matters are far) is incorrect; instead, use '这两件事是迥然不同的' (These two matters are markedly different).

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Etymology of 迥

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory hint

Separated 辶 by a border 冋; 冋 also provides the pronunciation

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Origin

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Decomposition of 迥

IDS Structure⿺辶冋
迥Full character
=
辶chuo4
enclosing
冋jiong1
inner
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Parts

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How to say distant, far; separated; different in Chinese

“distant, far; separated; different” in Chinese is迥jiǒng

The character 迥 (jiǒng) conveys a sense of distance or separation. It is often used to describe something that is markedly different or distinct from something else, emphasizing a strong contrast. Common usage contexts include discussions about differences in opinions, styles, or characteristics.

When to use 迥

Learners often confuse 迥 with similar characters. It's important to use it in contexts that emphasize difference rather than just distance. The character is more formal, so in casual conversation, other words might be preferred.

迥 or something close to it

迥 (jiǒng) vs 明显 (míngxiǎn) — use 迥 for emphasizing strong differences or separations, while 明显 is more about something being obvious or clear.

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 迥 with 远 (yuǎn), which also means far but without the nuance of difference. For example, saying '这两件事是远的' (These two matters are far) is incorrect; instead, use '这两件事是迥然不同的' (These two matters are markedly different).

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Grammar Patterns of 迥

迥 functions as a four-character idiom (成语). Treat it as a fixed unit; it usually plays the role of a single adjective, adverb, or noun phrase inside the larger sentence. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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是____然不同的观点之间的碰撞改变了人们的看法。

It's the collision of disparate ideas that alters one's perspective.

Example Sentences for 迥 (2)

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是迥然不同的观点之间的碰撞改变了人们的看法。

shì jiǒng rán bùtóng de guāndiǎn zhījiān de pèngzhuàng gǎibiàn le rénmen de kànfǎ。

It's the collision of disparate ideas that alters one's perspective.
2
尼安德特时期的人非常强壮,和我们迥然不同。

ní Ān dé tè shíqī de rén fēicháng qiángzhuàng, hé wǒmen jiǒng rán bùtóng。

The Neanderthals were very robust and quite different from us.

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Word Family of 迥

Words containing this character4
迥异totally different迥異
迥然不同widely different
迥jiǒngvariant of 迥[jiǒng]㢠
迥然vastly (different)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 迥

You can use 迥 in a sentence like '他的观点与我的迥然不同' (His viewpoint is very different from mine).

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