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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
相连xiāngliánto linkHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #9829, Hard
相连xiāngliánto joinHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #9829, Hard
相连xiāngliánlinkHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #9829, Hard
相连xiāngliánconnectionHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #9829, Hard
xiānglián(xiang1lian2)xiang lian T1
  1. 1to link
  2. 2to join
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March 24, 2026

相连(相連)xiānglián(xiang1lian2)

相连 (xiāng lián) means 'to link' or 'to join' together. It is commonly used in contexts where two or more entities are connected, whether physically, like roads or wires, or abstractly, like ideas or relationships. This term emphasizes the mutual connection between the linked subjects.

Strokes16Frequency#9829DifficultyHard
Cultural note

The concept of connection is significant in Chinese culture, often reflected in the importance of relationships (关系) and social networks. 相连 can also refer to the interconnectedness of nature and society in traditional Chinese philosophy.

Memory tip

Imagine two hands reaching out to shake each other, symbolizing a connection (相) and the act of joining (连). The character 相 features the radical for 'mutual' (相), while 连 resembles two lines intertwined, suggesting a strong link.

Meanings of 相连

xiānglián(xiang1lian2)
1to link
2to join
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About 相连

相连Simplified
相連Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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连接 (liánjiē) vs 相连 (xiānglián): 用连接 (liánjiē) 更强调物理或技术上的连接,而相连 (xiānglián) 强调相互之间的联系。

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tones; a common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words. This term is generally neutral, suitable for both formal and informal contexts, and often appears in phrases like '相连的道路' (the linked roads).

HSK Study Tips

相连 is not yet included in the HSK vocabulary lists but aligns with concepts found in HSK 4 and above, where discussions about relationships and connections are common. Focus on understanding its use in compound phrases and contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 相连 with 连结 (lián jié), thinking they are interchangeable. However, 相连 emphasizes mutual connections, while 连结 can imply a broader connection. Always ensure the context fits the term you choose.

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Component characters

相Xiāngeach other
9 strokes目
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连liánto link
HSK 47 strokes辶
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How to say to link in Chinese

“to link” in Chinese is相连xiānglián

相连 (xiāng lián) means 'to link' or 'to join' together. It is commonly used in contexts where two or more entities are connected, whether physically, like roads or wires, or abstractly, like ideas or relationships. This term emphasizes the mutual connection between the linked subjects.

When to use 相连

Be cautious with the tones; a common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words. This term is generally neutral, suitable for both formal and informal contexts, and often appears in phrases like '相连的道路' (the linked roads).

相连 or something close to it

连接 (liánjiē) vs 相连 (xiānglián): 用连接 (liánjiē) 更强调物理或技术上的连接,而相连 (xiānglián) 强调相互之间的联系。

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Learners often confuse 相连 with 连结 (lián jié), thinking they are interchangeable. However, 相连 emphasizes mutual connections, while 连结 can imply a broader connection. Always ensure the context fits the term you choose.

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You can say '这两条河流相连' which means 'These two rivers are linked.'

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