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军队 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
军队jūnduìarmyHSK 6, n, 10 strokes, rank #1485, Hard
军队jūnduìtroopsHSK 6, n, 10 strokes, rank #1485, Hard
jūnduì(jun1dui4)jun dui T1
  1. 1army
  2. 2troops
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March 24, 2026

军队(軍隊)jūnduì(jun1dui4)

军队 (jūn duì) refers to the military forces of a country, encompassing land, sea, and air troops. It is commonly used in discussions of national defense, military strategy, and related topics. The term implies organization and structure, denoting both the soldiers and the overall military establishment.

Strokes10Frequency#1485DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

The concept of 军队 is significant in Chinese culture, especially given China's historical emphasis on military strength for national pride and security. Major national events often highlight the military, such as parades on National Day.

Memory Tip

Imagine a strong and disciplined army marching in formation. The character 军 (jūn) resembles a soldier with a hat, standing tall, while 队 (duì) looks like a line of soldiers lined up in rows. Picture them shouting together in unison to remember 'troops' and 'army'.

Meanings of 军队

jūnduì(jun1dui4)
1army
2troops
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About 军队

军队Simplified
軍隊Traditional
10Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1485Frequency Rank
支Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 军队

Quick Contrast

军团 (jūntuán) refers to a military corps or unit, while 军队 (jūnduì) denotes the entire military forces of a country; use 军队 for broader contexts.

Usage Notes

When discussing military topics, ensure you use this term in contexts related to national defense or military operations. Avoid informal uses, as it may sound disrespectful. Common collocations include '军队建设' (military construction) and '军队人员' (military personnel).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, it connects with other military-related vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding how it fits into discussions about national security and strategy. Make sure to practice the tone and pronunciation accurately, as mispronouncing either character can alter meaning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 军队 with just 军 (jūn), which means 'army' but does not imply the structure or organization. Always use 军队 when referring to the military as an institution. For example, saying '我在军' (wǒ zài jūn) is incorrect; it should be '我在军队' (wǒ zài jūnduì).

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Component Characters

军jūnarmy
HSK 66 strokes车
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队duìsquadron
HSK 44 strokes阝
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How to say army in Chinese

“army” in Chinese is军队jūnduì

军队 (jūn duì) refers to the military forces of a country, encompassing land, sea, and air troops. It is commonly used in discussions of national defense, military strategy, and related topics. The term implies organization and structure, denoting both the soldiers and the overall military establishment.

When to use 军队

When discussing military topics, ensure you use this term in contexts related to national defense or military operations. Avoid informal uses, as it may sound disrespectful. Common collocations include '军队建设' (military construction) and '军队人员' (military personnel).

军队 or something close to it

军团 (jūntuán) refers to a military corps or unit, while 军队 (jūnduì) denotes the entire military forces of a country; use 军队 for broader contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 军队 with just 军 (jūn), which means 'army' but does not imply the structure or organization. Always use 军队 when referring to the military as an institution. For example, saying '我在军' (wǒ zài jūn) is incorrect; it should be '我在军队' (wǒ zài jūnduì).

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Grammar Patterns of 军队

军队 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 2 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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____仍然是男人占据的最后堡垒之一。

The army is still one of the last male bastions.

Example Sentences for 军队 (10)

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军队仍然是男人占据的最后堡垒之一。

jūn duì réng rán shì nán rén zhān jù de zuì hòu bǎo lěi zhī yī。

The army is still one of the last male bastions.
2
这些地区被军队封锁包围了。

zhè xiē dì qū bèi jūn duì fēng suǒ bāo wéi le。

The areas are sealed off and ringed by troops.
3
军队声称叛军支撑不了多久了。

jūn duì shēng chēng pàn jūn zhī chēng bù le duō jiǔ le。

The army claims the rebels are on the ropes.
4
军队的撤出为独立铺平了道路。

jūn duì de chè chū wéi dú lì pū píng le dào lù。

The pull-out of the army paves the way for independence.
5
军队现在似乎已经发起了反攻。

jūn duì xiàn zài sì hū yǐ jīng fā qǐ le fǎn gōng。

The army now appears to have launched a counter-offensive.
6
军队在5月1号又接管了另一长条领土。

jūn duì zài5 51 yuè 1 hào yòu jiē guǎn le lìng yī cháng tiáo。

On May 1st the army took over another swathe of territory.
7
有报告说，新近有军队越过边境。

yǒu bào gào shuō， ， xīn jìn yǒu jūn duì yuè guò biān。

There are reports of fresh troop movements across the border.
8
他们成了军队人员与平民雇员之间身份界定不清的人。

tā mén chéng le jūn duì rén yuán yǔ píng mín gù yuán zhī jiān shēn fèn jiè dìng bù qīng de rén。

They fell into that twilight zone between military personnel and civilian employees.
9
乌克兰表示将自己建立一支40多万人的军队。

wū kè lán biǎo shì jiāng zì jǐ jiàn lì yī zhī40 40 duō wàn rén de jūn。

Ukraine indicated that it would establish its own army, 400,000 strong.
10
如果无法达成协议，军队将会介入。

rú guǒ wú fǎ dá chéng xié yì， ， jūn duì jiāng huì jiè。

If no agreement was reached, the army would step in.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 军队

You can say, '中国的军队非常强大' (Zhōngguó de jūnduì fēicháng qiángdà), meaning 'China's army is very strong.'

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