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商标 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
商标shāngbiāotrademarkHSK 6, n, 20 strokes, rank #11234, Hard
商标shāngbiāologoHSK 6, n, 20 strokes, rank #11234, Hard
shāngbiāo(shang1biao1)shang biao T1
  1. 1trademark
  2. 2logo
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March 24, 2026

商标(商標)shāngbiāo(shang1biao1)

商标 (shāngbiāo) refers to a trademark or logo that identifies and distinguishes a company's products or services from those of others. It is a crucial element in branding and can encompass symbols, words, or a combination of both. In business contexts, understanding商标 is essential for recognizing intellectual property rights.

Strokes20Frequency#11234DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China,商标 plays a significant role in protecting local businesses from counterfeiting, especially in industries like fashion and technology. The emphasis on brand integrity reflects the growing importance of intellectual property in the country's economy.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 商 (shāng) shop with a large标 (biāo) sign outside, showcasing its unique logo. This visual connection helps you remember that商标 refers to a trademark or logo associated with a business.

Meanings of 商标

shāngbiāo(shang1biao1)
1trademark
2logo
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About 商标

商标Simplified
商標Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#11234Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 商标

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注册商标 (zhùcè shāngbiāo) vs 版权 (bǎnquán) — use 商标 when referring specifically to trademarks as identifiers for goods/services, while 注册商标 emphasizes the registered status, and 版权 refers to copyright, which protects original works of authorship.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing商标 with related terms like 专利 (zhuānlì, patent) or 版权 (bǎnquán, copyright). It's typically used in formal business discussions, so be mindful of the context. Collocations include '注册商标' (registered trademark) and '商标侵权' (trademark infringement).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word,商标 connects to other business and legal terms you may encounter, such as 企业 (qǐyè, enterprise) and 竞争 (jìngzhēng, competition). Focus on using it in context with phrases related to branding and intellectual property.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse商标 with similar terms like商会 (shānghuì, chamber of commerce) or 牌子 (páizi, brand). Remember that商标 specifically refers to trademarks and logos used in commerce.

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Component Characters

商Shāngthe Shang dynasty, 16th to 11th century BC
HSK 711 strokes口
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标biāothe topmost branches of a tree
HSK 79 strokes木
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How to say trademark in Chinese

“trademark” in Chinese is商标shāngbiāo

商标 (shāngbiāo) refers to a trademark or logo that identifies and distinguishes a company's products or services from those of others. It is a crucial element in branding and can encompass symbols, words, or a combination of both. In business contexts, understanding商标 is essential for recognizing intellectual property rights.

When to use 商标

Common mistakes include confusing商标 with related terms like 专利 (zhuānlì, patent) or 版权 (bǎnquán, copyright). It's typically used in formal business discussions, so be mindful of the context. Collocations include '注册商标' (registered trademark) and '商标侵权' (trademark infringement).

商标 or something close to it

注册商标 (zhùcè shāngbiāo) vs 版权 (bǎnquán) — use 商标 when referring specifically to trademarks as identifiers for goods/services, while 注册商标 emphasizes the registered status, and 版权 refers to copyright, which protects original works of authorship.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse商标 with similar terms like商会 (shānghuì, chamber of commerce) or 牌子 (páizi, brand). Remember that商标 specifically refers to trademarks and logos used in commerce.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 商标

To register a商标, you must apply through the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and provide necessary documentation, including proof of use and distinctiveness.

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