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儒家rújiāConfucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kǒng zǐ] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Mèng zǐ] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)HSK 6, n, 26 strokes, Hard
儒家rújiāConfucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kong3 zi3] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Meng4 zi3] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)HSK 6, unknown, 26 strokes, Hard
rújiā(Ru2jia1)ru jia T2
  1. 1Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kǒng zǐ] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Mèng zǐ] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)
  2. 2Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kong3 zi3] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Meng4 zi3] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)
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March 24, 2026

儒家rújiā(Ru2jia1)

儒家 refers to the Confucian school of thought, founded by the philosopher Confucius and later expanded by Mencius. It emphasizes the importance of moral integrity, social harmony, and proper conduct in relationships, influencing Chinese ethics, politics, and education for centuries.

Strokes26DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

儒家 plays a crucial role in shaping Chinese education and societal values, with Confucian principles still influencing modern Chinese culture, such as filial piety and respect for elders.

Memory Tip

Think of 儒 as a 'scholar', and 家 as 'home'. Picture a wise scholar teaching family values at home—this connects to Confucian teachings about respect and virtue, helping you remember Ru2 jia1 as the Confucian school.

Meanings of 儒家

rújiā(Ru2jia1)
1Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kǒng zǐ] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Mèng zǐ] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)
2Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kong3 zi3] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Meng4 zi3] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)
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About 儒家

儒家Simplified
26Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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儒教 (rújiào) — 儒家 refers to the Confucian school of thought as a philosophical system, while 儒教 emphasizes its religious aspects.

Usage Notes

When discussing 儒家, it is often used in academic or philosophical contexts rather than casual conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar terms like 道家 (Daoism) or 法家 (Legalism). Use it in discussions about ethics or historical influences.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 儒家 connects with other terms related to philosophy and ethics, such as 哲学 (philosophy) and 伦理 (ethics). Students should focus on understanding its historical significance and how it contrasts with other schools of thought.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 儒家 with 道家 (Daoism) due to their philosophical nature. It's important to remember that 儒家 focuses on social morality, while 道家 emphasizes harmony with nature.

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Component Characters

儒rúscholar
HSK 616 strokes亻
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家jiāhome
HSK 110 strokes宀
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How to say Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kǒng zǐ] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Mèng zǐ] (c. 372-c. 289 BC) in Chinese

“Confucian school, founded by Confucius 孔子[Kǒng zǐ] (551-479 BC) and Mencius 孟子[Mèng zǐ] (c. 372-c. 289 BC)” in Chinese is儒家rújiā

儒家 refers to the Confucian school of thought, founded by the philosopher Confucius and later expanded by Mencius. It emphasizes the importance of moral integrity, social harmony, and proper conduct in relationships, influencing Chinese ethics, politics, and education for centuries.

When to use 儒家

When discussing 儒家, it is often used in academic or philosophical contexts rather than casual conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar terms like 道家 (Daoism) or 法家 (Legalism). Use it in discussions about ethics or historical influences.

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儒教 (rújiào) — 儒家 refers to the Confucian school of thought as a philosophical system, while 儒教 emphasizes its religious aspects.

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Learners often confuse 儒家 with 道家 (Daoism) due to their philosophical nature. It's important to remember that 儒家 focuses on social morality, while 道家 emphasizes harmony with nature.

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Cultural Notes for 儒家

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In Western cultures, philosophical schools often emphasize individualism, while 儒家 centers on collectivism and social harmony.

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The main teaching of 儒家 is the importance of moral integrity, social relationships, and the cultivation of virtues.

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