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March 24, 2026
相当(相當)xiāngdāng(xiang1dang1)
相当 (xiāngdāng) means 'equivalent to' or 'considerably.' It is often used to indicate that something has a degree of appropriateness or similarity to another thing. Common contexts include discussing quantities, qualities, or comparisons, such as saying something is 'quite good' or 'fairly expensive.'
Strokes15Frequency#1232DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of equivalence is often tied to social harmony and balance, making 相当 an important term in discussions about fairness or equality in various contexts, such as business negotiations.
Memory Tip
Think of 相 (xiāng) as 'mutual' and 当 (dāng) as 'to act or serve.' Imagine two friends mutually serving the same role in a situation, making them equivalent or equal. This connection helps you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 相当
xiāngdāng(xiang1dang1)
1equivalent to
2appropriate
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About 相当
相当Simplified
相當Traditional
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#1232Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
相当 (xiāngdāng) vs 相似 (xiāngsì) — use 相当 when indicating a degree of equivalence or appropriateness, while 相似 emphasizes similarity without implying a specific degree.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 相当 with its synonyms like 适合 (shìhé) which means 'suitable.' It is more informal and can be used in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include '相当高' (fairly high) or '相当大' (considerably large).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 相当 connects with other comparative adjectives and adverbs. Focus on understanding its applications in sentences and practice forming comparisons to strengthen your vocabulary base.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 相当 with synonyms like 相似 (xiāngsì), which means 'similar.' For example, saying '这件衣服相当相似' is incorrect. Instead, use '这件衣服相当贵' to convey that it is quite expensive.
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相当 (xiāngdāng) means 'equivalent to' or 'considerably.' It is often used to indicate that something has a degree of appropriateness or similarity to another thing. Common contexts include discussing quantities, qualities, or comparisons, such as saying something is 'quite good' or 'fairly expensive.'
When to use 相当
Be careful not to confuse 相当 with its synonyms like 适合 (shìhé) which means 'suitable.' It is more informal and can be used in both spoken and written contexts. Common collocations include '相当高' (fairly high) or '相当大' (considerably large).
相当 or something close to it
相当 (xiāngdāng) vs 相似 (xiāngsì) — use 相当 when indicating a degree of equivalence or appropriateness, while 相似 emphasizes similarity without implying a specific degree.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 相当 with synonyms like 相似 (xiāngsì), which means 'similar.' For example, saying '这件衣服相当相似' is incorrect. Instead, use '这件衣服相当贵' to convey that it is quite expensive.
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Grammar Patterns of 相当
相当 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 6 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.
