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倡导
chàngdǎo
to advocate
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #23333, Very Hard
倡导
chàngdǎo
to initiate
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #23333, Very Hard
倡导
chàngdǎo
to propose
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #23333, Very Hard
倡导
chàngdǎo
to be a proponent of (an idea or school of thought)
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #23333, Very Hard
chàngdǎo(chang4dao3)chang dao T4
1to advocate
2to initiate
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March 24, 2026
倡导(倡導)chàngdǎo(chang4dao3)
倡导 (chàngdǎo) means to advocate or propose an idea, initiative, or school of thought. It is often used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about social issues, policies, or movements where support and promotion of a cause are emphasized.
Strokes16Frequency#23333DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In modern Chinese society, 倡导 is often seen in the context of social movements and governmental policies, such as environmental advocacy or public health campaigns, reflecting the collective approach to societal issues.
Memory tip
Think of 倡 (chàng) as 'to lead' or 'to champion' because it resembles a person raising a flag. The character 导 (dǎo) looks like a guiding arrow. Together, you can visualize someone leading with a flag to guide others towards a new idea.
Meanings of 倡导
chàngdǎo(chang4dao3)
1to advocate
2to initiate
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About 倡导
倡导Simplified
倡導Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#23333Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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倡导 (advocate) vs 提倡 (promote) — use 倡导 for formal advocacy of ideas, while 提倡 is more about encouraging or promoting actions.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 倡导 with similar words like 提倡 (tíchàng), which has a slightly different nuance of 'promoting' rather than 'advocating.' Use 倡导 in formal discussions or writings, and ensure you understand the context to avoid misapplication.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 倡导 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to advocacy, policy-making, and social movements. Students should focus on using it in complex sentences and understanding its formal usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 倡导 in informal contexts. For instance, saying '我倡导去吃饭' (I advocate going to eat) is incorrect. Instead, use a more casual phrase like '我建议去吃饭' (I suggest going to eat).
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倡导 (chàngdǎo) means to advocate or propose an idea, initiative, or school of thought. It is often used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about social issues, policies, or movements where support and promotion of a cause are emphasized.
When to use 倡导
Common mistakes include confusing 倡导 with similar words like 提倡 (tíchàng), which has a slightly different nuance of 'promoting' rather than 'advocating.' Use 倡导 in formal discussions or writings, and ensure you understand the context to avoid misapplication.
倡导 or something close to it
倡导 (advocate) vs 提倡 (promote) — use 倡导 for formal advocacy of ideas, while 提倡 is more about encouraging or promoting actions.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 倡导 in informal contexts. For instance, saying '我倡导去吃饭' (I advocate going to eat) is incorrect. Instead, use a more casual phrase like '我建议去吃饭' (I suggest going to eat).
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Grammar Patterns of 倡导
倡导 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 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.
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和平____者可能不被大部分英国人认同。
The peace campaigners were probably out of tune with most Britons.
Companies should actively initiate diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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Cultural Notes for 倡导
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In Western contexts, advocating often emphasizes individual rights and personal initiatives, whereas in Chinese culture, it may reflect a collective responsibility towards societal improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions about 倡导
倡导 is more formal and often related to initiating ideas, while 提倡 emphasizes promoting existing ideas or practices.
It's generally more suitable for formal discussions, reports, or writings rather than casual conversation.
You can say, '他倡导环保政策' (He advocates for environmental policies).
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