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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
传达chuándáto pass onHSK 6, v, 12 strokes, rank #5292, Hard
传达chuándáto conveyHSK 6, v, 12 strokes, rank #5292, Hard
传达chuándáto relayHSK 6, v, 12 strokes, rank #5292, Hard
传达chuándáto transmitHSK 6, v, 12 strokes, rank #5292, Hard
传达chuándátransmissionHSK 6, v, 12 strokes, rank #5292, Hard
chuándá(chuan2da2)chuan da T2
  1. 1to pass on
  2. 2to convey
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March 24, 2026

传达(傳達)chuándá(chuan2da2)

传达 (chuan2 da2) means to pass on or convey information or feelings from one person or entity to another. It is commonly used in contexts involving communication, such as relaying messages, transmitting news, or expressing thoughts and emotions. The nuance implies an active role in ensuring the information reaches its intended recipient.

Strokes12Frequency#5292DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese society, effective communication is highly valued, especially in professional settings. The ability to '传达' messages accurately is critical in maintaining relationships and ensuring that intentions are understood, reflecting the importance of harmony in interpersonal interactions.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'transmission tower' (传) that 'dares' (达) to connect people through signals. The tower symbolizes the act of conveying messages, while the daring aspect emphasizes the importance of clear communication. Visualize a message being sent through the air, reaching its destination.

Meanings of 传达

chuándá(chuan2da2)
1to pass on
2to convey
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About 传达

传达Simplified
傳達Traditional
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5292Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

传递 (chuándì) is used when emphasizing the act of passing something along, often without the same implication of active communication as in 传达 (chuándá).

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone; '传达' is a formal term primarily used in written communication or formal speech. Common collocations include '传达信息' (convey information) and '传达意见' (convey opinions). Avoid using it in very casual contexts where simpler terms might be more appropriate.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 传达 connects well with other verbs related to communication, such as 交流 (jiāo liú - to communicate) and 表达 (biǎo dá - to express). Focus on its application in complex sentences and practice using it in different contexts to enhance fluency.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is using '传达' in overly informal contexts, such as with friends. For example, saying '我给你传达这个' (I pass this to you) sounds too formal; instead, use '我告诉你这个' (I tell you this).

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Component characters

传chuánbiography
HSK 56 strokes亻
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达dáto attain
HSK 36 strokes辶
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How to say to pass on in Chinese

“to pass on” in Chinese is传达chuándá

传达 (chuan2 da2) means to pass on or convey information or feelings from one person or entity to another. It is commonly used in contexts involving communication, such as relaying messages, transmitting news, or expressing thoughts and emotions. The nuance implies an active role in ensuring the information reaches its intended recipient.

When to use 传达

Be cautious with the tone; '传达' is a formal term primarily used in written communication or formal speech. Common collocations include '传达信息' (convey information) and '传达意见' (convey opinions). Avoid using it in very casual contexts where simpler terms might be more appropriate.

传达 or something close to it

传递 (chuándì) is used when emphasizing the act of passing something along, often without the same implication of active communication as in 传达 (chuándá).

What learners get wrong

A common mistake is using '传达' in overly informal contexts, such as with friends. For example, saying '我给你传达这个' (I pass this to you) sounds too formal; instead, use '我告诉你这个' (I tell you this).

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Grammar patterns of 传达

传达 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.

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凯瑟琳确保这条消息直接____给了沃尔特。

Catherine saw to it that the information went directly to Walter.

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凯瑟琳确保这条消息直接传达给了沃尔特。

kǎi sè lín quèbǎo zhè tiáo xiāoxi zhíjiē chuándá gěi le wò ěr tè。

Catherine saw to it that the information went directly to Walter.
2
他所传达的信息针对的是以色列政局中尚未表态的中间派。

tā suǒ chuándá de xìnxī zhēnduì de shì yǐ sè liè zhèng jú zhōng shàngwèi biǎotài de zhōngjiān pài。

His message was aimed at the undecided middle ground of Israeli politics.
3
黑格传达的意思是说胜利唾手可得。

hēi gé chuándá de yìsi shì shuō shènglì tuò shǒu kě de。

Haig's message was that victory was ripe for picking.
4
所有来访者都应先到传达室报到。

suǒyǒu láifǎng zhě dōu yìng xiān dào chuándá shì bàodào。

All visitors should report to the porter's lodge.
5
段落的长度取决于它所传达的信息。

duànluò de chángdù qǔjué yú tā suǒ chuándá de xìnxī。

The length of a paragraph depends on the information it conveys.

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You can say, '我会把你的意见传达给团队' (I will convey your opinion to the team).

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