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March 24, 2026
人口rénkǒu(ren2kou3)
人口 (rénkǒu) refers to the total number of people living in a specific area or country. It is commonly used in discussions about demographics, social policies, and economic planning, particularly when analyzing trends in population growth or decline.
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Cultural Note
人口 is a critical concept in China's history, particularly in discussions about the one-child policy and its implications on society and economy. The management of 人口 has been a central theme in Chinese governance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a crowd of people (人) holding a giant vote (口) about where to live. The character 人 represents 'people', while 口 signifies 'mouth' or 'vote', linking to the idea of the population's voice.
Meanings of 人口
rénkǒu(ren2kou3)
1population
2people
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人口Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3746Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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总人口 (zǒng rénkǒu) refers specifically to the total population, while 人口 (rénkǒu) can refer to population in a more general sense.
Usage Notes
Be aware that 人口 is typically used in formal contexts, such as government reports or academic discussions. A common mistake is using it informally, where terms like '人' (people) might suffice. Ensure to use the correct tone, as mispronunciation can change the word's meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 人口 connects with other demographic-related terms like 社会 (shèhuì, society) and 经济 (jīngjì, economy). Focus on understanding how to use it in various sentences and contexts related to population discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 人口 with 人, mistakenly saying '我的人口是五' (Wǒ de rénkǒu shì wǔ), which means 'My population is five.' The correct usage would be '我有五个人' (Wǒ yǒu wǔ gèrén) meaning 'I have five people.'
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人口 (rénkǒu) refers to the total number of people living in a specific area or country. It is commonly used in discussions about demographics, social policies, and economic planning, particularly when analyzing trends in population growth or decline.
When to use 人口
Be aware that 人口 is typically used in formal contexts, such as government reports or academic discussions. A common mistake is using it informally, where terms like '人' (people) might suffice. Ensure to use the correct tone, as mispronunciation can change the word's meaning.
人口 or something close to it
总人口 (zǒng rénkǒu) refers specifically to the total population, while 人口 (rénkǒu) can refer to population in a more general sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 人口 with 人, mistakenly saying '我的人口是五' (Wǒ de rénkǒu shì wǔ), which means 'My population is five.' The correct usage would be '我有五个人' (Wǒ yǒu wǔ gèrén) meaning 'I have five people.'
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Grammar Patterns of 人口
人口 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). It carries 2 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.
