unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
q, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #55648, Very Hard
钧
jūn
30 catties
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #55648, Very Hard
钧
jūn
great
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #55648, Very Hard
钧
jūn
your (honorific)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #55648, Very Hard
jūn(jun1) T1
1unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
230 catties
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March 24, 2026
钧(鈞)jūn(jun1)
The character 钧 (jūn) primarily refers to a traditional unit of weight equivalent to thirty catties. It can also be used honorifically to mean 'your' in a formal context, conveying respect. Additionally, it implies greatness or significance in various contexts.
Strokes9Radical钅Frequency#55648DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, weights and measures play an essential role in commerce and agriculture, with units like 钧 being historically significant. Understanding this character helps in grasping the importance of precision in trade and daily transactions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant scale (the radical 钅 represents metal) balancing exactly 30 catties of rice, symbolizing the weight unit. The pronunciation 'jūn' can be remembered by picturing a 'junior' who is very important, thus linking the concept of weight with respect and significance.
Meanings of 钧
jūn(jun1)
1unit of weight equal to thirty catties; your (formal)
230 catties
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About 钧
钧Simplified
鈞Traditional
9Strokes
钅Radical
量词liàngcímeasure word (mw.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 钧
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant scale (the radical 钅 represents metal) balancing exactly 30 catties of rice, symbolizing the weight unit. The pronunciation 'jūn' can be remembered by picturing a 'junior' who is very important, thus linking the concept of weight with respect and significance.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 钧 with similar-sounding words or characters, so it's important to practice its unique pronunciation and meanings. This character is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially when addressing someone with respect. Be mindful of the tone, as it is pronounced with a high-level tone (jūn).
HSK Study Tips
Although 钧 is not included in the HSK vocabulary, it can be related to HSK words that discuss weights and measures. Students should focus on recognizing its use in historical texts and formal speeches, as well as its connections to other weight units.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, weights and measures play an essential role in commerce and agriculture, with units like 钧 being historically significant. Understanding this character helps in grasping the importance of precision in trade and daily transactions.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 钧 with other characters that sound similar, such as 君 (jūn), which means 'gentleman' or 'monarch'. To clarify, remember that 钧 relates to weight, while 君 relates to social status.
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Grammar Patterns of 钧
钧 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 4 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 1
Complete the Sentence
长江以雷霆万____之势,咆哮而下,滚滚东流, 昼夜不息.
The Yangtze River roared east, billowing with irresistible force day and night.
The Yangtze River roared east, billowing with irresistible force day and night.
Cultural Notes for 钧
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, weights and measures play an essential role in commerce and agriculture, with units like 钧 being historically significant. Understanding this character helps in grasping the importance of precision in trade and daily transactions.
Word Family of 钧
Words Containing This Character2
千钧一发qiānjūnyífàimminent peril千鈞一髮
钧jūngreat鈞
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Compound Meaning
What does 千钧一发 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 钧
钧 has been used since ancient times in China for weighing goods, particularly in agriculture and trade, reflecting the importance of accurate measurements in Chinese society.
While 钧 is still recognized, it's less commonly used in everyday conversation today, often replaced by metric units.
钧 is often used in formal documents or discussions about weights, especially in historical contexts.
