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生产
shēngchǎn
to produce
HSK 5, vn, 11 strokes, rank #4088, Hard
生产
shēngchǎn
to manufacture
HSK 5, vn, 11 strokes, rank #4088, Hard
生产
shēngchǎn
to give birth to a child
HSK 5, vn, 11 strokes, rank #4088, Hard
shēngchǎn(sheng1chan3)sheng chan T1
1to produce
2to manufacture
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March 24, 2026
生产(生產)shēngchǎn(sheng1chan3)
生产 (shēngchǎn) refers to the process of producing or manufacturing goods, as well as the act of giving birth. It is commonly used in industrial contexts to discuss production lines, and in personal contexts when referring to childbirth. The word conveys both the creation of tangible products and the beginning of life.
Strokes11Frequency#4088DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In modern China, the concept of 生产 is deeply tied to the country's rapid industrialization and economic growth. The phrase '生产力' (shēngchǎnlì, productive forces) is often discussed in the context of economic policies and advancements.
Memory tip
Think of 生产 as a factory where things are 'born' (生 = shēng, meaning 'to be born') and then 'made' (产 = chǎn, meaning 'to produce'). Visualize a baby emerging from a factory assembly line, highlighting the dual meaning of producing goods and giving birth.
Meanings of 生产
shēngchǎn(sheng1chan3)
1to produce
2to manufacture
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About 生产
生产Simplified
生產Traditional
11Strokes
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#4088Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
制造 (zhìzào) refers specifically to the act of manufacturing or creating items, while 生产 (shēngchǎn) encompasses both production and the act of giving birth.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 生产 with 产生 (chǎnshēng), which means 'to arise' or 'to come into being.' 生产 is more formal and commonly used in business or academic contexts, while 产生 may appear in everyday conversation. Remember the correct tones: shēng (first tone) and chǎn (third tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 生产 connects with other terms about production and industry, such as 制造 (zhìzào, to manufacture) and 发展 (fāzhǎn, to develop). Focus on using it in compound phrases like 生产能力 (shēngchǎn nénglì, production capacity) to enhance your vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 生产 with 生活 (shēnghuó, to live), thinking both relate to life but in different contexts. Ensure to use 生产 specifically for production and childbirth scenarios to avoid confusion.
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生产 (shēngchǎn) refers to the process of producing or manufacturing goods, as well as the act of giving birth. It is commonly used in industrial contexts to discuss production lines, and in personal contexts when referring to childbirth. The word conveys both the creation of tangible products and the beginning of life.
When to use 生产
Be careful not to confuse 生产 with 产生 (chǎnshēng), which means 'to arise' or 'to come into being.' 生产 is more formal and commonly used in business or academic contexts, while 产生 may appear in everyday conversation. Remember the correct tones: shēng (first tone) and chǎn (third tone).
生产 or something close to it
制造 (zhìzào) refers specifically to the act of manufacturing or creating items, while 生产 (shēngchǎn) encompasses both production and the act of giving birth.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 生产 with 生活 (shēnghuó, to live), thinking both relate to life but in different contexts. Ensure to use 生产 specifically for production and childbirth scenarios to avoid confusion.
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Grammar patterns of 生产
生产 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 3 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.
