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March 24, 2026
园(園)yuán(Yuan2)
The character 园 (yuán) primarily refers to a garden or park, a space where plants are cultivated or a public area for recreation. It conveys a sense of greenery and nature, often associated with relaxation and beauty. Additionally, it can also refer to orchards and is used as a surname.
Strokes7Radical囗Frequency#7596DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gardens hold significant importance, often reflecting harmony between nature and human design. Traditional Chinese gardens, known for their intricate designs, are places for contemplation and aesthetics, embodying the essence of '园'.
Memory Tip
Imagine a lush garden (园) where you can relax and enjoy nature. The shape of the character resembles a fence enclosing a beautiful garden, symbolizing the space dedicated to plants and leisure, which helps you remember its meaning and pronunciation, 'yuán'.
Meanings of 园
yuán(Yuan2)
1land used for growing plants
2site used for public recreation
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About 园
园Simplified
園Traditional
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囗Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#7596Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L3IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 园
Quick Contrast
公园 (gōngyuán) - specifically refers to a public park, while 园 (yuán) has a broader meaning including gardens and orchards.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a lush garden (园) where you can relax and enjoy nature. The shape of the character resembles a fence enclosing a beautiful garden, symbolizing the space dedicated to plants and leisure, which helps you remember its meaning and pronunciation, 'yuán'.
Usage Notes
园 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing parks or gardens. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; make sure to use the correct tones. Common collocations include '公园' (gōngyuán - public park) and '花园' (huāyuán - flower garden).
HSK Study Tips
Although 园 is not an HSK Level word, it connects to other nature-related vocabulary, such as '花' (huā - flower) and '树' (shù - tree). Students should focus on the context in which 园 is used, particularly in phrases related to nature and recreation.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gardens hold significant importance, often reflecting harmony between nature and human design. Traditional Chinese gardens, known for their intricate designs, are places for contemplation and aesthetics, embodying the essence of '园'.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake is mispronouncing the tone, such as saying 'yán' instead of 'yuán'. Another error is using it inappropriately in contexts that refer to buildings or indoor spaces, where '园' is not suitable.
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Grammar Patterns of 园
园 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
In Chinese culture, gardens hold significant importance, often reflecting harmony between nature and human design. Traditional Chinese gardens, known for their intricate designs, are places for contemplation and aesthetics, embodying the essence of '园'.
Word Family of 园
Words Containing This Character20
公园gōngyuánpark (for public recreation)公園
花园huāyuángarden花園
园yuánland used for growing plants園
校园xiàoyuáncampus校園
幼儿园yòu’éryuánkindergarten幼兒園
家园jiāyuánhome家園
乐园lèyuánparadise樂園
动物园dòngwùyuánzoo動物園
园区(industrial or technology) park園區
园林yuánlíngardens園林
庄园zhuāngyuánmanor莊園
园丁gardener園丁
园艺gardening園藝
果园guǒyuánorchard果園
田园fields田園
游乐园theme park遊樂園
伊甸园Garden of Eden伊甸園
圆明园Yuanmingyuan, the Old Summer Palace, destroyed by the British and French army in 1860圓明園
葡萄园vineyard葡萄園
工业园区industrial park工業園區
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Compound Meaning
What does 公园 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 园
园 (yuán) generally refers to larger recreational areas or parks, while 花园 (huāyuán) specifically means 'flower garden.' So, while both can involve plants, 花园 emphasizes ornamental flowers more than the general concept of a园.
Yes, 园 (yuán) is a surname in China, though it is less common than other surnames. The character can be found in various contexts, including personal names and place names.
园 (yuán) means 'garden' or 'park' in Chinese. It can refer to a place used for public recreation or land used for growing plants, such as an orchard. Additionally, it is a common surname in China.
You can use 园 (yuán) in a sentence like '我喜欢去公园散步' (Wǒ xǐhuān qù gōngyuán sànbù), which means 'I like to take walks in the park.' This illustrates its use to refer to a recreational area.
Common phrases include '公园' (gōngyuán - public park) and '动物园' (dòngwùyuán - zoo), both of which illustrate the use of the character in different recreational contexts.
The correct pronunciation is 'yuán', with the second tone, which rises slightly in pitch.
No, 园 can refer to various types of recreational spaces, including parks and orchards, as well as gardens.
