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加油站
jiāyóuzhàn
gas station
HSK 4, nt, 23 strokes, rank #5920, Medium
jiāyóuzhàn(jia1you2zhan4)jia you zhan T1
1gas station
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March 24, 2026
加油站jiāyóuzhàn(jia1you2zhan4)
加油站 refers to a gas station where vehicles refuel with gasoline or diesel. It is commonly used in everyday contexts when discussing travel, driving, or fuel needs. The term can also imply a place where one can rest and refresh during long journeys.
Strokes23Frequency#5920DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In China, gas stations often have convenience stores attached, making them a common stop for snacks and drinks while traveling. This reflects the importance of road travel in Chinese culture, especially during holidays.
Memory tip
Imagine a station where cars are '加' (adding) '油' (oil) to their tanks. Picture a busy '站' (station) with cars lined up, generating the sound 'jia you zhan' as they fill up. This vivid imagery can help you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 加油站
jiāyóuzhàn(jia1you2zhan4)
1gas station
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About 加油站
加油站Simplified
23Strokes
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机构团体míngcíorganisation name (org.n.)Part of Speech
#5920Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 加油站 with just 加油, which means 'to refuel' or 'to cheer on.' In informal conversation, you might hear people simply say '站' when referring to gas stations, but it's more formal to use the full term. Always pair this word with the correct measure word if necessary.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 加油站 connects to vocabulary related to travel and transportation, such as 车 (vehicle) and 路 (road). Focus on using this term in context when discussing trips or travel planning.
Common Mistakes
Learners often omit '站' and simply say 加油, which only refers to the action of refueling. Always remember to use the full term 加油站 to indicate the location.
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加油站 refers to a gas station where vehicles refuel with gasoline or diesel. It is commonly used in everyday contexts when discussing travel, driving, or fuel needs. The term can also imply a place where one can rest and refresh during long journeys.
When to use 加油站
Be careful not to confuse 加油站 with just 加油, which means 'to refuel' or 'to cheer on.' In informal conversation, you might hear people simply say '站' when referring to gas stations, but it's more formal to use the full term. Always pair this word with the correct measure word if necessary.
What learners get wrong
Learners often omit '站' and simply say 加油, which only refers to the action of refueling. Always remember to use the full term 加油站 to indicate the location.
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Grammar patterns of 加油站
加油站 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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