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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
导弹dǎodànguided missileHSK 7, n, 17 strokes, rank #4006, Very Hard
导弹dǎodàncruise missileHSK 7, n, 17 strokes, rank #4006, Very Hard
导弹dǎodànmissileHSK 7, n, 17 strokes, rank #4006, Very Hard
dǎodàn(dao3dan4)dao dan T3
  1. 1guided missile
  2. 2cruise missile
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March 24, 2026

导弹(導彈)dǎodàn(dao3dan4)

导弹 (dǎodàn) refers to a guided missile or cruise missile, which is a type of weapon designed to be propelled over significant distances, often with precision targeting capabilities. It is commonly used in military contexts and is a significant aspect of modern warfare technology.

Strokes17Frequency#4006DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In modern China, the term 导弹 is associated with the country's advancements in military technology and defense strategies, reflecting a significant aspect of national security discussions and geopolitical issues.

Memory tip

Imagine a '导' (dǎo) sign pointing the way, guiding a '弹' (dàn) ball through the air like a missile. The character 导 (to guide) visually resembles a person leading the way, while 弹 (bullet) recalls the image of something that flies fast, making it easier to remember its meaning.

Meanings of 导弹

dǎodàn(dao3dan4)
1guided missile
2cruise missile
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About 导弹

导弹Simplified
導彈Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4006Frequency Rank
枚Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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导弹 (dǎodàn) vs 火箭 (huǒjiàn) — use 导弹 for precision-guided missiles, while 火箭 refers to rockets that may not have guidance systems.

Usage Notes

When using 导弹, be mindful of the context; it is often used in formal discussions about military capabilities. Common mistakes include confusing it with other types of weapons; ensure you use it specifically for guided missiles. Remember that the correct measure word for missiles is 枚 (méi).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 导弹 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to military and technology. Focus on understanding its usage in various contexts, particularly in discussions about defense and strategy, as well as its relationship to related terms like 武器 (wǔqì, weapon).

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 导弹 in casual contexts, where it doesn't fit. For instance, saying '我今天看了很多导弹电影' (I watched many missile movies today) is incorrect; the word should only be used in formal or technical discussions.

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Component characters

导dǎoto transmit
HSK 46 strokes寸
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弹dàncrossball
HSK 411 strokes弓
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How to say guided missile in Chinese

“guided missile” in Chinese is导弹dǎodàn

导弹 (dǎodàn) refers to a guided missile or cruise missile, which is a type of weapon designed to be propelled over significant distances, often with precision targeting capabilities. It is commonly used in military contexts and is a significant aspect of modern warfare technology.

When to use 导弹

When using 导弹, be mindful of the context; it is often used in formal discussions about military capabilities. Common mistakes include confusing it with other types of weapons; ensure you use it specifically for guided missiles. Remember that the correct measure word for missiles is 枚 (méi).

导弹 or something close to it

导弹 (dǎodàn) vs 火箭 (huǒjiàn) — use 导弹 for precision-guided missiles, while 火箭 refers to rockets that may not have guidance systems.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 导弹 in casual contexts, where it doesn't fit. For instance, saying '我今天看了很多导弹电影' (I watched many missile movies today) is incorrect; the word should only be used in formal or technical discussions.

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Grammar patterns of 导弹

导弹 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 3 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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____从那架运输机的底部飞了出来。

The missiles emerge from the underbelly of the transport plane.

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导弹从那架运输机的底部飞了出来。

dǎodàn cóng nà jià yùnshū Jī de de bù fēi le chūlái。

The missiles emerge from the underbelly of the transport plane.
2
一枚北约的导弹误将那架飞机击落。

yī méi běi yāo de dǎodàn wù jiāng nà jià fēijī jī là。

The plane was shot down in error by a NATO missile.
3
平壤于周五在其东海岸曾发射了一枚短程导弹.

píng rǎng yú zhōu wǔ zài qí dōng hǎi’àn céng fāshè le yī méi duǎn chéng dǎodàn.

On Friday, Pyongyang also fired a short - range missile off its east coast.
4
有近一半的导弹落点出现偏差。

yǒu jìn yíbàn de dǎodàn là diǎn chūxiàn piānchā。

Nearly half the missiles landed wide.
5
导弹有极微小的偏斜也可能酿出大祸.

dǎodàn yǒu jí wēixiǎo de piān xié yě kěnéng niàng chū dà huò.

The smallest deflection of the missile could bring disaster.
6
他们的导弹发射井在地下.

tāmen de dǎodàn fāshè jǐng zài dìxià.

Their missile silos are below ground.
7
这些导弹不是座落在容易瞄准的固定的发射井里.

zhèxiē dǎodàn bùshì zuò là zài róngyì miáozhǔn de gùdìng de fāshè jǐng lǐ.

These missiles are not sitting in on easily targeted, fixed silo.
8
从首都西部发射了多枚地对地导弹。

cóng shǒudū xībù fāshè le duō méi dì duì dì dǎodàn。

The surface-to-surface missiles were fired from the west of the capital.
9
他们声称击落了一枚来犯的导弹。

tāmen shēngchēng jī là le yī méi lái fàn de dǎodàn。

They claimed to have shot down one incoming missile.

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