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战略zhànlüèstrategyHSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #5660, Very Hard
zhànlüè(zhan4lu:e4)zhan lu:e T4
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March 24, 2026

战略(戰略)zhànlüè(zhan4lu:e4)

战略 (zhànlüè) refers to a comprehensive plan or approach designed to achieve long-term goals, often used in contexts like business, military, or politics. It emphasizes foresight, resource allocation, and adaptability to changing circumstances. The term is crucial for discussions on planning and decision-making.

Strokes20Frequency#5660DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese business culture, having a well-thought-out 战略 is essential for success, reflecting a long-standing emphasis on planning and foresight in both historical and modern contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 战 (zhàn) as a 'battle' and 略 (lüè) as 'a clever trick'. Together, you can imagine a general plotting a clever strategy on a battlefield, thus connecting the form to its meaning of 'strategy'. Visualize a battle map where each move is carefully plotted out.

Meanings of 战略

zhànlüè(zhan4lu:e4)
1strategy
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About 战略

战略Simplified
戰略Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5660Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 战略

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战术 (zhànshù) refers to specific techniques or methods used to achieve immediate objectives within a broader strategy, emphasizing short-term actions.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context in which you use 战略; it is often more formal and suited for academic or professional discussions. Common collocations include '制定战略' (to formulate a strategy) and '实施战略' (to implement a strategy). Avoid mixing it up with '战术' (tactics), which refers to specific actions rather than overarching plans.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 战略 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to planning and analysis, such as 计划 (jìhuà, plan) and 目标 (mùbiāo, goal). Focus on using it in context with business or military discussions to enhance your fluency.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 战略 with 计划 (jìhuà, plan) and may use them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我有一个好的计划' (I have a good strategy) should be '我有一个好的战略'.

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Component Characters

战zhànto fight
HSK 69 strokes戈
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略lüèplan
HSK 711 strokes田
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How to say strategy in Chinese

“strategy” in Chinese is战略zhànlüè

战略 (zhànlüè) refers to a comprehensive plan or approach designed to achieve long-term goals, often used in contexts like business, military, or politics. It emphasizes foresight, resource allocation, and adaptability to changing circumstances. The term is crucial for discussions on planning and decision-making.

When to use 战略

Be mindful of the context in which you use 战略; it is often more formal and suited for academic or professional discussions. Common collocations include '制定战略' (to formulate a strategy) and '实施战略' (to implement a strategy). Avoid mixing it up with '战术' (tactics), which refers to specific actions rather than overarching plans.

战略 or something close to it

战术 (zhànshù) refers to specific techniques or methods used to achieve immediate objectives within a broader strategy, emphasizing short-term actions.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 战略 with 计划 (jìhuà, plan) and may use them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我有一个好的计划' (I have a good strategy) should be '我有一个好的战略'.

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Grammar Patterns of 战略

战略 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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这一决定是预算案的____支点。

The decision is the strategic fulcrum of the Budget.

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这一决定是预算案的战略支点。

zhè yī jué dìng shì yù suàn àn de zhàn lüè zhī diǎn。

The decision is the strategic fulcrum of the Budget.
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海格被自己那一套保守的战略战术所束缚。

hǎi gé bèi zì jǐ nà yī tào bǎo shǒu de zhàn lüè zhàn shù suǒ shù fù。

Haig was limited by his blinkered approach to strategy and tactics.
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银行有一套三管齐下的复苏战略。

yín háng yǒu yī tào sān guǎn qí xià de fù sū zhàn lüè。

The bank has a three-pronged strategy for recovery.

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战略 refers to long-term strategies or plans, while 战术 focuses on specific tactics or actions taken to achieve short-term goals.

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