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March 24, 2026
组织(組織)zǔzhī(zu3zhi1)
The verb '组织' (zǔzhī) means to organize or arrange something systematically. It can refer to organizing events, coordinating activities, or structuring groups and systems. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in business, education, and social events.
Strokes16Frequency#919DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of '组织' is deeply tied to collectivism, where organizing is crucial for community events, family gatherings, and even business operations. The emphasis on teamwork and coordination reflects the cultural value placed on harmony and collaboration.
Memory Tip
Imagine a team of workers (the radicals 组 and 织) coming together like threads in a fabric to form a strong organization. Visualize them weaving plans and schedules to create a beautiful tapestry of successful events. The sound 'zu3' rhymes with 'zoo,' where animals are organized in their habitats.
Meanings of 组织
zǔzhī(zu3zhi1)
1to organize
2organization
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About 组织
组织Simplified
組織Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#919Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2
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协调 (xiétiáo) - use '组织' when referring specifically to the act of arranging or structuring, while '协调' emphasizes the aspect of harmonizing or making different elements work together.
Usage Notes
'组织' is often used in formal contexts, such as in business or academic settings. A common mistake is to confuse it with '安排' (ānpái), which means to arrange but is less about the systematic aspect. Be careful with the tone; '组织' is pronounced with a third tone followed by a first tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '组织' connects with other words related to management and coordination found at this level. Learners should practice using it in sentences about planning events or managing groups to solidify its context and usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often incorrectly use '组织' as a direct synonym for '安排.' For example, saying '我来组织一个会议' (wǒ lái zǔzhī yīgè huìyì) is correct, but saying '我来安排一个组织' (wǒ lái ānpái yīgè zǔzhī) is incorrect, as it misuses the meaning of '组织.'
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The verb '组织' (zǔzhī) means to organize or arrange something systematically. It can refer to organizing events, coordinating activities, or structuring groups and systems. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in business, education, and social events.
When to use 组织
'组织' is often used in formal contexts, such as in business or academic settings. A common mistake is to confuse it with '安排' (ānpái), which means to arrange but is less about the systematic aspect. Be careful with the tone; '组织' is pronounced with a third tone followed by a first tone.
组织 or something close to it
协调 (xiétiáo) - use '组织' when referring specifically to the act of arranging or structuring, while '协调' emphasizes the aspect of harmonizing or making different elements work together.
What learners get wrong
Learners often incorrectly use '组织' as a direct synonym for '安排.' For example, saying '我来组织一个会议' (wǒ lái zǔzhī yīgè huìyì) is correct, but saying '我来安排一个组织' (wǒ lái ānpái yīgè zǔzhī) is incorrect, as it misuses the meaning of '组织.'
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Grammar Patterns of 组织
组织 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.
