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松树sōngshùpineHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #13345, Very Hard
松树sōngshùpine treeHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #13345, Very Hard
sōngshù(song1shu4)song shu T1
  1. 1pine
  2. 2pine tree
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March 24, 2026

松树(松樹)sōngshù(song1shu4)

松树 (sōng shù) refers to the pine tree, known for its long needles and resilience in various climates. It is commonly associated with longevity and endurance in Chinese culture, often found in landscapes and gardens. The term is used in both everyday conversation and literature, symbolizing steadfastness.

Strokes17Frequency#13345DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the pine tree is often revered for its ability to thrive in harsh conditions, symbolizing resilience and longevity. It is commonly depicted in traditional Chinese paintings and poetry as a symbol of strength and steadfastness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tall, sturdy pine tree (松) with its long, needle-like leaves resembling a song (音) being played in the wind. The character 松 looks like a tree (木) with a touch of music, helping you remember it stands for 'pine tree' and sounds like 'song.'

Meanings of 松树

sōngshù(song1shu4)
1pine
2pine tree
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About 松树

松树Simplified
松樹Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
棵Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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松树 (sōngshù) vs 云杉 (yúnshān) — choose 松树 for pine specifically, while 云杉 refers to spruce trees.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tones; '松' should be pronounced with a high level tone (sōng), while '树' has a falling tone (shù). It's most commonly used in nature-related contexts, but can also be part of idiomatic expressions. Avoid mixing it up with similar-sounding characters like '送' (to send).

HSK Study Tips

松树 is relevant for HSK 3 learners as it introduces a basic vocabulary related to nature. Students should focus on the character components: 松 (pine) and 树 (tree) to enhance their understanding of related plant vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 松树 with other tree types due to similar pronunciation. For example, saying '我喜欢送树' (I like to send trees) instead of '我喜欢松树' (I like pine trees) is a common error.

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Component Characters

松sōngloose
HSK 68 strokes木
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树shùtree
HSK 39 strokes木
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How to say pine in Chinese

“pine” in Chinese is松树sōngshù

松树 (sōng shù) refers to the pine tree, known for its long needles and resilience in various climates. It is commonly associated with longevity and endurance in Chinese culture, often found in landscapes and gardens. The term is used in both everyday conversation and literature, symbolizing steadfastness.

When to use 松树

Be cautious with the tones; '松' should be pronounced with a high level tone (sōng), while '树' has a falling tone (shù). It's most commonly used in nature-related contexts, but can also be part of idiomatic expressions. Avoid mixing it up with similar-sounding characters like '送' (to send).

松树 or something close to it

松树 (sōngshù) vs 云杉 (yúnshān) — choose 松树 for pine specifically, while 云杉 refers to spruce trees.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 松树 with other tree types due to similar pronunciation. For example, saying '我喜欢送树' (I like to send trees) instead of '我喜欢松树' (I like pine trees) is a common error.

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松 specifically refers to pine trees, while 树 is a general term for trees.

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