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延长
yáncháng
Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yán ān], Shaanxi
HSK 5, v, 10 strokes, rank #7681, Hard
延长
yáncháng
to prolong
HSK 5, v, 10 strokes, rank #7681, Hard
延长
yáncháng
to extend
HSK 5, v, 10 strokes, rank #7681, Hard
延长
yáncháng
to delay
HSK 5, v, 10 strokes, rank #7681, Hard
延长
yáncháng
Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yan2 an1], Shaanxi
HSK 5, unknown, 10 strokes, rank #7681, Hard
yáncháng(Yan2chang2)yan chang T2
1Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yán ān], Shaanxi
2to prolong
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March 24, 2026
延长(延長)yáncháng(Yan2chang2)
延长 (yáncháng) means to prolong or extend something in time or duration. It is commonly used in contexts such as extending deadlines, prolonging meetings, or lengthening contracts. Additionally, the term can imply a delay in the expected outcome or timeline.
Strokes10Frequency#7681DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In modern Chinese society, extending deadlines is a common practice, particularly in business and education, reflecting a flexible approach to time management. This concept can also be seen in the Chinese philosophy of being adaptable and responsive to changing circumstances.
Memory tip
Think of '延' (yán) as a river flowing endlessly, representing the idea of extending, and '长' (cháng) as a long road that continues further. Together, they create an image of a journey that goes on and on, helping you recall both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 延长
yáncháng(Yan2chang2)
1Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yán ān], Shaanxi
2to prolong
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About 延长
延长Simplified
延長Traditional
10Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7681Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
延续 (yánxù) vs 延长 (yáncháng): use 延续 when referring to the continuation of something over time, while 延长 specifically indicates an increase in duration.
Usage Notes
Be cautious of using 延长 in formal contexts; it is appropriate in both spoken and written Chinese. A common mistake is to confuse it with '延误' (yánwù), which means to delay rather than to extend. Make sure to use the correct context to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 延长 connects with other terms related to time management and planning. Focus on using it in sentences that discuss timeframes, such as '延长会议' (extend the meeting) or '延长合同' (extend the contract).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 延长 with 延误 (yánwù), which means delay; for example, saying '延长会议' when they mean to say 'delay the meeting' would be incorrect. Be sure to use '延长' only when you want to indicate an extension of time.
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How to say Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yán ān], Shaanxi in Chinese
“Yanchang county in Yan'an 延安[Yán ān], Shaanxi” in Chinese is延长yáncháng
延长 (yáncháng) means to prolong or extend something in time or duration. It is commonly used in contexts such as extending deadlines, prolonging meetings, or lengthening contracts. Additionally, the term can imply a delay in the expected outcome or timeline.
When to use 延长
Be cautious of using 延长 in formal contexts; it is appropriate in both spoken and written Chinese. A common mistake is to confuse it with '延误' (yánwù), which means to delay rather than to extend. Make sure to use the correct context to avoid misunderstandings.
延长 or something close to it
延续 (yánxù) vs 延长 (yáncháng): use 延续 when referring to the continuation of something over time, while 延长 specifically indicates an increase in duration.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 延长 with 延误 (yánwù), which means delay; for example, saying '延长会议' when they mean to say 'delay the meeting' would be incorrect. Be sure to use '延长' only when you want to indicate an extension of time.
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Grammar patterns of 延长
延长 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 5 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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他赞成增加每天的课时并____学年。
He favors extending the school day and school year.
Example sentences for 延长 (8)
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他赞成增加每天的课时并延长学年。
tā zànchéng zēngjiā měi tiān de kè shí bìng yáncháng xuénián。
He favors extending the school day and school year.
2
他不想靠人为方式延长生命。
tā bù xiǎng kào rénwéi fāngshì yáncháng shēngmìng。
He did not want his life to be prolonged by artificial means.
3
随着俄国人的向东推进,供给线不断延长,保证粮食的供应越发困难.
suízhe é guó rén de xiàng dōng tuījìn, gōngjǐ xiàn búduàn yáncháng, bǎozhèng liángshi de gōngyìng yuèfā kùnnan.
Russians pushing east moved ever farther from secure supplies of grain.
