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March 24, 2026
打架dǎjià(da3jia4)
打架 (dǎjià) means to engage in a physical fight or scuffle. It often implies a spontaneous or informal confrontation, typically involving two or more people. This term is commonly used in both casual conversation and more serious discussions regarding conflicts or violence.
Strokes14Frequency#2223DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, fighting is often viewed negatively, and conflicts are typically resolved through discussion or mediation rather than physical confrontation. However, young people may sometimes see fighting as a way to assert dominance or resolve disputes.
Memory Tip
Imagine two people in a boxing ring (打) throwing punches (架) at each other. The '打' looks like a person taking a swing, while '架' can remind you of a structure (like a ring) where fights take place. Together, they form the idea of fighting.
Meanings of 打架
dǎjià(da3jia4)
1to fight
2to scuffle
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打架Simplified
14Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2223Frequency Rank
场Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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打斗 (dǎdòu) — use 打架 (dǎjià) for informal or spontaneous fights, while 打斗 (dǎdòu) often implies a more organized or formal combat.
Usage Notes
打架 is generally informal and should be used in casual contexts rather than formal writing. Be cautious of the tones; a common mistake is mispronouncing it as 'dajià' (instead of 'dǎjià'), which changes the meaning. It is often used with colloquial phrases like '打架的时候' (when fighting).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 打架 connects to other verbs of action and conflict, such as 争吵 (zhēngchǎo, to quarrel) and 斗争 (dòuzhēng, to struggle). Focus on using it in varied contexts to enhance vocabulary related to conflict and resolution.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 打架 with 斗殴 (dòu'ōu), which refers to a more organized or serious brawl. For example, saying '我昨天斗殴' (I fought yesterday) is incorrect if referring to a simple scuffle; it should be '我昨天打架' (I fought yesterday).
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打架 (dǎjià) means to engage in a physical fight or scuffle. It often implies a spontaneous or informal confrontation, typically involving two or more people. This term is commonly used in both casual conversation and more serious discussions regarding conflicts or violence.
When to use 打架
打架 is generally informal and should be used in casual contexts rather than formal writing. Be cautious of the tones; a common mistake is mispronouncing it as 'dajià' (instead of 'dǎjià'), which changes the meaning. It is often used with colloquial phrases like '打架的时候' (when fighting).
打架 or something close to it
打斗 (dǎdòu) — use 打架 (dǎjià) for informal or spontaneous fights, while 打斗 (dǎdòu) often implies a more organized or formal combat.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 打架 with 斗殴 (dòu'ōu), which refers to a more organized or serious brawl. For example, saying '我昨天斗殴' (I fought yesterday) is incorrect if referring to a simple scuffle; it should be '我昨天打架' (I fought yesterday).
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Grammar Patterns of 打架
打架 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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她小时候会和妹妹____。
As a child she fought with her younger sister.
Example Sentences for 打架 (14)
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她小时候会和妹妹打架。
tā xiǎo shí hòu huì hé mèi mèi dǎ jià。
As a child she fought with her younger sister.
2
我费尽口舌想避免一场打架。
wǒ fèi jìn kǒu shé xiǎng bì miǎn yī cháng dǎ jià。
I tried to talk myself out of a fight.
3
他们认为参与打架会使男孩子变得坚强，教会他们怎样成为男人。
tā mén rèn wéi cān yǔ dǎ jià huì shǐ nán hái zǐ biàn dé jiān qiáng， ， jiào huì tā mén zěn yàng chéng wéi nán。
They believe that participating in fights toughens boys and shows them how to be men.
4
他脱掉上衣,摆出一副打架的架势.
tā tuō diào shàng yī, , bǎi chū yī fù dǎ jià de jià.
He tore off his coat and assumed a fighting posture.
