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服装 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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服装
fúzhuāng
dress
HSK 5, vn, 20 strokes, rank #2571, Hard
服装
fúzhuāng
clothing
HSK 5, vn, 20 strokes, rank #2571, Hard
服装
fúzhuāng
costume
HSK 5, vn, 20 strokes, rank #2571, Hard
服装
fúzhuāng
clothes
HSK 5, vn, 20 strokes, rank #2571, Hard
fúzhuāng(fu2zhuang1)fu zhuang T2
1dress
2clothing
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March 24, 2026
服装(服裝)fúzhuāng(fu2zhuang1)
The term 服装 (fúzhuāng) refers to clothing or attire, encompassing various types of garments worn for different occasions. It can include everyday wear, formal attire, or traditional costumes and is often used in contexts relating to fashion and style.
Strokes20Frequency#2571DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In China, clothing can convey social status and cultural identity, especially during festivals and important events when traditional attire is worn. The concept of 服装 is tied to the importance of appearance in both social and professional contexts.
Memory tip
Think of 服 (fú) as someone 'serving' you clothes, while 装 (zhuāng) can remind you of 'dressing up'. Imagine a well-dressed person serving at a party, showcasing their fashionable attire.
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服饰 (fúshì) - use 服装 for a broader category of clothing, while 服饰 typically refers to accessories or adornments associated with clothing.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context in which you use 服装, as it can imply a broader range of clothing styles, from casual to formal. It is often used in fashion discussions or when referring to costume design. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms like 衣服 (yīfu) may be more appropriate.
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK Level 5 word, 服装 connects well with other vocabulary related to clothing and fashion, such as 衣服 (yīfu) and 时尚 (shíshàng). Focus on its usage in sentences discussing style or specific clothing items to deepen understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 服装 (fúzhuāng) with 衣服 (yīfu). For example, saying '我喜欢这件服装' (I like this clothing) is correct, but saying '我喜欢这件衣服' (I like this clothes) when referring to formal or specific attire might be more appropriate.
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The term 服装 (fúzhuāng) refers to clothing or attire, encompassing various types of garments worn for different occasions. It can include everyday wear, formal attire, or traditional costumes and is often used in contexts relating to fashion and style.
When to use 服装
Be mindful of the context in which you use 服装, as it can imply a broader range of clothing styles, from casual to formal. It is often used in fashion discussions or when referring to costume design. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms like 衣服 (yīfu) may be more appropriate.
服装 or something close to it
服饰 (fúshì) - use 服装 for a broader category of clothing, while 服饰 typically refers to accessories or adornments associated with clothing.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 服装 (fúzhuāng) with 衣服 (yīfu). For example, saying '我喜欢这件服装' (I like this clothing) is correct, but saying '我喜欢这件衣服' (I like this clothes) when referring to formal or specific attire might be more appropriate.
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Grammar patterns of 服装
服装 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 4 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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这些____中有很多出自世界顶级时装设计公司。
Many of the clothes come from the world's top fashion houses.
