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工程 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
工程gōngchéngengineeringHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #4691, Hard
工程gōngchéngan engineering projectHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #4691, Hard
工程gōngchéngprojectHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #4691, Hard
工程gōngchéngundertakingHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #4691, Hard
gōngchéng(gong1cheng2) T1
  1. 1engineering
  2. 2an engineering project
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March 24, 2026

工程gōngchéng(gong1cheng2)

工程 (gōngchéng) refers to engineering or an engineering project. It encompasses various fields like civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and software projects. The term is often used in both academic and professional contexts to describe the planning, design, and execution of complex tasks.

Strokes15Frequency#4691DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, engineering projects are often linked to national pride, showcasing advancements in infrastructure like bridges and high-speed rail. Major engineering feats, such as the Three Gorges Dam, are celebrated as symbols of modernization.

Memory Tip

Imagine a '工' (gōng) worker building a '程' (chéng) path. Visualize an engineer at work, using tools to create a sturdy road, which connects to the idea of engineering as a project of construction and design.

Meanings of 工程

gōngchéng(gong1cheng2)
1engineering
2an engineering project
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About 工程

工程Simplified
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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AI Study Notes for 工程

Quick Contrast

建筑 (jiànzhú) refers specifically to architecture or construction, while 工程 (gōngchéng) encompasses a broader range of engineering projects beyond just buildings.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 工程 with related terms like 项目 (xiàngmù), which means 'project' in a more general sense. 工程 is typically more technical and formal, while 项目 can be used in everyday contexts. Also, remember to use the correct tone: 'gōng' with a high level tone and 'chéng' with a rising tone.

HSK Study Tips

Although 工程 is not specifically an HSK vocabulary word, it relates to HSK Level 4 terms like 设计 (shèjì, design) and 项目 (xiàngmù, project). Focus on understanding how engineering projects are discussed in both practical and theoretical contexts to enhance your vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 工程 to refer to any kind of project, while it specifically implies an engineering or technical aspect. For example, saying '我在做一个工程' when referring to a non-engineering project is incorrect; use 项目 (xiàngmù) instead.

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Component Characters

工gōngwork
HSK 33 strokes工
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程chéngrule
HSK 712 strokes禾
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How to say engineering in Chinese

“engineering” in Chinese is工程gōngchéng

工程 (gōngchéng) refers to engineering or an engineering project. It encompasses various fields like civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and software projects. The term is often used in both academic and professional contexts to describe the planning, design, and execution of complex tasks.

When to use 工程

Be careful not to confuse 工程 with related terms like 项目 (xiàngmù), which means 'project' in a more general sense. 工程 is typically more technical and formal, while 项目 can be used in everyday contexts. Also, remember to use the correct tone: 'gōng' with a high level tone and 'chéng' with a rising tone.

工程 or something close to it

建筑 (jiànzhú) refers specifically to architecture or construction, while 工程 (gōngchéng) encompasses a broader range of engineering projects beyond just buildings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 工程 to refer to any kind of project, while it specifically implies an engineering or technical aspect. For example, saying '我在做一个工程' when referring to a non-engineering project is incorrect; use 项目 (xiàngmù) instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 工程

工程 can refer to various fields, including civil engineering, software development, and infrastructure projects.

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