HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 马, rank #9068, Very Hard
驻
zhù
to stay
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 马, rank #9068, Very Hard
驻
zhù
to be stationed (of troops, diplomats etc)
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 马, rank #9068, Very Hard
驻
zhù
stable; station, garrison
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 马, rank #9068, Very Hard
zhù(zhu4)zhu T4
1to halt
2to stay
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March 24, 2026
驻(駐)zhù(zhu4)
The character 驻 (zhù) means to halt or stay in a particular place, often referring to troops or diplomats being stationed at a location. It conveys a sense of stability and permanence, as in being assigned to a post or garrison. This term is commonly used in military and diplomatic contexts.
Strokes8Radical马Frequency#9068DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of being stationed carries significant historical weight, especially in the context of the ancient military and diplomatic practices of the Chinese empire, where strategic placement of troops was vital for defense and governance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a soldier (the radical '马' for horse indicates movement) who has to 'stay' at a station instead of moving forward. The visual of a soldier halting in place helps connect the character 驻 (zhù) with the idea of staying or being stationed.
Meanings of 驻
zhù(zhu4)
1to halt
2to stay
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About 驻
驻Simplified
駐Traditional
8Strokes
马Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#9068Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 驻
Quick Contrast
驻 (zhù) vs 停 (tíng) — use 驻 when referring to a permanent or assigned presence, while 停 indicates a temporary stop.
Usage Notes
It's important to use 驻 in contexts that imply a temporary or fixed location, often in military or official settings. A common mistake is to confuse it with 留 (liú), which also means to stay but is more general and informal. Be cautious with tones; 驻 must be pronounced with the fourth tone.
HSK Study Tips
While 驻 is not officially part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to other words involving location and stability. For HSK learners, focusing on the context of military and diplomatic language can enhance understanding of usage. Consider vocabulary like 站 (zhàn, to stand) or 停 (tíng, to stop) for comparison.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 驻 with 住 (zhù), which means to live or reside. For example, saying '我驻在这儿' (wǒ zhù zài zhèr) instead of '我住在这儿' (wǒ zhù zài zhèr) can lead to misunderstandings about the intended meaning of staying versus living.
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驻 = 马 + 主. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 驻
IDS Structure⿰马主
驻Full Character
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马Ma3
left
主zhu3
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 驻?
How to say to halt in Chinese
“to halt” in Chinese is驻zhù
The character 驻 (zhù) means to halt or stay in a particular place, often referring to troops or diplomats being stationed at a location. It conveys a sense of stability and permanence, as in being assigned to a post or garrison. This term is commonly used in military and diplomatic contexts.
When to use 驻
It's important to use 驻 in contexts that imply a temporary or fixed location, often in military or official settings. A common mistake is to confuse it with 留 (liú), which also means to stay but is more general and informal. Be cautious with tones; 驻 must be pronounced with the fourth tone.
驻 or something close to it
驻 (zhù) vs 停 (tíng) — use 驻 when referring to a permanent or assigned presence, while 停 indicates a temporary stop.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 驻 with 住 (zhù), which means to live or reside. For example, saying '我驻在这儿' (wǒ zhù zài zhèr) instead of '我住在这儿' (wǒ zhù zài zhèr) can lead to misunderstandings about the intended meaning of staying versus living.
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Grammar Patterns of 驻
驻 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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.
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那里有两棵柠檬树，我不禁____足品味柠檬的芬芳。
There were two lemon trees and I paused to enjoy their perfume.
Example Sentences for 驻 (10)
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那里有两棵柠檬树，我不禁驻足品味柠檬的芬芳。
nà lǐ yǒu liǎng kē níng méng shù， ， wǒ bù jīn zhù zú pǐn wèi níng méng de fēn。
There were two lemon trees and I paused to enjoy their perfume.
2
比加特·唐纳德，这家驻格拉斯哥的营销代理公司已赢得了两个爱丁堡的客户。
bǐ jiā tè· · táng nà， dé ， zhè jiā zhù gé lā sī gē de yíng xiāo dài lǐ gōng sī yǐ yíng dé le liǎng gè ài dīng bǎo de。
Biggart Donald, the Glasgow-based marketing agency, has won two Edinburgh accounts.
