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资源
zīyuán
Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Guì lín], Guangxi
HSK 5, n, 23 strokes, rank #4047, Hard
资源
zīyuán
natural resource (such as water or minerals)
HSK 5, n, 23 strokes, rank #4047, Hard
资源
zīyuán
resource (such as manpower or tourism)
HSK 5, n, 23 strokes, rank #4047, Hard
资源
zīyuán
Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Gui4 lin2], Guangxi
HSK 5, unknown, 23 strokes, rank #4047, Hard
zīyuán(Zi1yuan2)zi yuan T1
1Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Guì lín], Guangxi
2natural resource (such as water or minerals)
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March 24, 2026
资源(資源)zīyuán(Zi1yuan2)
资源 (zīyuán) refers to resources, which can include natural resources like water and minerals, as well as human resources or tourism. It is commonly used in discussions about economics, environment, and sustainability, indicating the availability of something valuable that can be used for productivity or development.
Strokes23Frequency#4047DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In China, the concept of 资源 is closely tied to discussions about sustainable development, especially in regions rich in minerals and tourist attractions, reflecting the balance between economic growth and environmental protection.
Memory tip
Think of 资 (zī) as 'money' or 'assets' and 源 (yuán) as 'source' or 'origin.' Imagine a river (源) flowing with gold coins (资), symbolizing the flow of valuable resources. This imagery helps connect the pronunciation with its meaning.
Meanings of 资源
zīyuán(Zi1yuan2)
1Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Guì lín], Guangxi
2natural resource (such as water or minerals)
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About 资源
资源Simplified
資源Traditional
23Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4047Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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人力资源 (rénlì zīyuán) vs 物质资源 (wùzhì zīyuán) — use 资源 when referring generally to resources, while 人力资源 specifically denotes human resources, and 物质资源 refers to material resources.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 资源 with similar terms for specific types of resources, like 人力资源 (rénlì zīyuán) for 'human resources.' The term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in business or environmental discussions.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 资源 connects well with other vocabulary related to economics, environment, and social studies, such as 经济 (jīngjì - economy) and 环境 (huánjìng - environment). Students should focus on using it in context to discuss various types of resources.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 资源 with 资产 (zīchǎn - assets), leading to incorrect phrases like 资产管理 instead of 资源管理 for 'resource management.' Always remember that 资源 encompasses both natural and human resources.
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How to say Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Guì lín], Guangxi in Chinese
“Ziyuan county in Guilin 桂林[Guì lín], Guangxi” in Chinese is资源zīyuán
资源 (zīyuán) refers to resources, which can include natural resources like water and minerals, as well as human resources or tourism. It is commonly used in discussions about economics, environment, and sustainability, indicating the availability of something valuable that can be used for productivity or development.
When to use 资源
Be careful not to confuse 资源 with similar terms for specific types of resources, like 人力资源 (rénlì zīyuán) for 'human resources.' The term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in business or environmental discussions.
资源 or something close to it
人力资源 (rénlì zīyuán) vs 物质资源 (wùzhì zīyuán) — use 资源 when referring generally to resources, while 人力资源 specifically denotes human resources, and 物质资源 refers to material resources.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 资源 with 资产 (zīchǎn - assets), leading to incorrect phrases like 资产管理 instead of 资源管理 for 'resource management.' Always remember that 资源 encompasses both natural and human resources.
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Grammar patterns of 资源
资源 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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.
Their health-care system suffers from queues, shortages and ropey equipment.
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化石燃料（如煤和石油）属于有限资源。
huàshí ránliào（ rú méi hé shíyóu） shǔyú yǒuxiàn zīyuán。
The fossil fuels (coal and oil) are finite resources.
7
水正成为日益珍贵的资源。
shuǐ zhèng chéngwéi rìyì zhēnguì de zīyuán。
Water is becoming an increasingly precious resource.
8
他们明白他们正处于一场零和博弈中，双方必须针锋相对，争夺那少得可怜的资源。
tāmen míngbai tāmen zhèng chǔyú yī chǎng líng hé bóyì zhōng， shuāngfāng bìxū zhēnfēngxiāngduì， zhēngduó nà shǎo de kělián de zīyuán。
They believe they're playing a zero-sum game, where both must compete for the same paltry resources.
9
资源保护是目前备受关注的问题——不管它指的是对古建筑的保护，还是对环境的保护。
zīyuán bǎohù shì mùqián bèishòu guānzhù de wèntí—— bùguǎn tā zhǐ de shì duì gǔjiànzhù de bǎohù， háishi duì huánjìng de bǎohù。
Conservation is an issue which gets a lot of attention these days — whether it means preserving old buildings, or protecting the environment.
10
壳牌石油公司签订了一份开采阿尔汉格尔附近的石油和天然气资源的合同。
ké pái shíyóu gōngsī qiāndìng le yī fèn kāicǎi Ā ěr hàn gé ěr fùjìn de shíyóu hé tiānránqì zīyuán de hétóng。
Shell signed a contract to develop oil and gas reserves near Archangel.
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Frequently asked questions about 资源
Common collocations include 自然资源 (zìrán zīyuán - natural resources), 人力资源 (rénlì zīyuán - human resources), and 文化资源 (wénhuà zīyuán - cultural resources).
Yes, 资源 is often used in formal contexts, such as academic papers, business reports, and government documents.
Yes, 资源 can also refer to intangible resources like knowledge or skills, especially in discussions about human resources.
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