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行走xíngzǒuto walkHSK 5, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #7732, Hard
xíngzǒu(xing2zou3)xing zou T2
  1. 1to walk
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March 24, 2026

行走xíngzǒu(xing2zou3)

行走 (xíng zǒu) means 'to walk' or 'to move on foot.' It is often used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of walking or traveling by foot. This term can also imply a broader sense of mobility or movement in various contexts.

Strokes13Frequency#7732DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, walking is often associated with contemplation and mindfulness. Many people enjoy walking in parks or along rivers as a way to relax and connect with nature, reflecting a cultural appreciation for harmony between humans and their environment.

Memory tip

Imagine you are 'xing' (行) through a 'zoo' (走), where you walk past various animals. The 'xing' character has a 'go' radical that signifies movement, while 'zou' reminds you of 'zoo,' a place where you walk and observe. Together, they help you visualize walking through a vibrant place.

Meanings of 行走

xíngzǒu(xing2zou3)
1to walk
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行走Simplified
13Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

走 (zǒu) vs 行 (xíng) — use 行走 when emphasizing the act of moving on foot in a more formal or literary context, while 走 is more casual and commonly used.

Usage Notes

Be mindful that 行走 can imply a more deliberate or conscious act of walking, as opposed to just '走' (zǒu), which can simply mean 'to go.' It is generally informal, but can be used in various contexts, so choose your words according to the situation. Avoid confusing it with similar verbs that imply other forms of movement.

HSK Study Tips

While 行走 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 2 and 3 vocabulary related to movement and transportation. Students should focus on differentiating between 行 (to go) and 走 (to walk) to enhance their understanding of mobility.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 行走 with 走, using them interchangeably without recognizing the nuance. For example, saying '我行走去商店' (wǒ xíng zǒu qù shāngdiàn) is less common; simply using '我走去商店' (wǒ zǒu qù shāngdiàn) is more natural.

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Component characters

行xíngto walk
HSK 36 strokes行
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走zǒuto walk
HSK 27 strokes走
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How to say to walk in Chinese

“to walk” in Chinese is行走xíngzǒu

行走 (xíng zǒu) means 'to walk' or 'to move on foot.' It is often used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of walking or traveling by foot. This term can also imply a broader sense of mobility or movement in various contexts.

When to use 行走

Be mindful that 行走 can imply a more deliberate or conscious act of walking, as opposed to just '走' (zǒu), which can simply mean 'to go.' It is generally informal, but can be used in various contexts, so choose your words according to the situation. Avoid confusing it with similar verbs that imply other forms of movement.

行走 or something close to it

走 (zǒu) vs 行 (xíng) — use 行走 when emphasizing the act of moving on foot in a more formal or literary context, while 走 is more casual and commonly used.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 行走 with 走, using them interchangeably without recognizing the nuance. For example, saying '我行走去商店' (wǒ xíng zǒu qù shāngdiàn) is less common; simply using '我走去商店' (wǒ zǒu qù shāngdiàn) is more natural.

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