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贵族 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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贵族
guìzú
lord
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
贵族
guìzú
nobility
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
贵族
guìzú
nobleman
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
贵族
guìzú
noblewoman
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
贵族
guìzú
aristocrat
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
贵族
guìzú
aristocracy
HSK 7, n, 20 strokes, rank #4612, Very Hard
guìzú(gui4zu2)gui zu T4
1nobility
2nobleman
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March 24, 2026
贵族(貴族)guìzú(gui4zu2)
贵族 (guìzú) refers to the social class of nobility or aristocracy, encompassing individuals who possess hereditary titles or significant wealth and influence. This term is commonly used in discussions about social hierarchies, historical contexts, and literature, reflecting both privilege and responsibility in society.
Strokes20Frequency#4612DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese history, the concept of 贵族 is deeply tied to the imperial system, where noble families held significant power and land. This term often appears in discussions about the dynastic cycles and the influence of aristocracy on governance and society.
Memory tip
Imagine a grand nobleman in a luxurious palace, wearing a shiny crown (贵 - gui4 means 'precious' or 'expensive', and symbolizes wealth). The word '族' (zu2) resembles a group of people, hinting at a family or clan of nobles. Together, they form the elite class of society.
Meanings of 贵族
guìzú(gui4zu2)
1lord
2nobility
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About 贵族
贵族Simplified
貴族Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4612Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
贵族 (nobility) vs 精英 (elite) — choose 贵族 when referring specifically to hereditary nobility, while 精英 emphasizes a merit-based elite.
Usage Notes
While 贵族 is often used in formal contexts, be mindful of its connotation, as it can imply elitism. Common collocations include 贵族文化 (noble culture) and 贵族教育 (noble education). Avoid mixing this formal term with more informal language to maintain the appropriate tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 贵族 connects with other terms related to social structures and hierarchies. Students should focus on understanding its usage in historical contexts and literature, as well as its synonyms and antonyms.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 贵族 with similar terms like 精英 (jīngyīng - elite), which emphasizes skill over social status. For instance, saying '我想成为贵族' (I want to become a noble) can be misleading; it's better to say '我想成为一个有影响力的人' (I want to become an influential person).
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贵族 (guìzú) refers to the social class of nobility or aristocracy, encompassing individuals who possess hereditary titles or significant wealth and influence. This term is commonly used in discussions about social hierarchies, historical contexts, and literature, reflecting both privilege and responsibility in society.
When to use 贵族
While 贵族 is often used in formal contexts, be mindful of its connotation, as it can imply elitism. Common collocations include 贵族文化 (noble culture) and 贵族教育 (noble education). Avoid mixing this formal term with more informal language to maintain the appropriate tone.
贵族 or something close to it
贵族 (nobility) vs 精英 (elite) — choose 贵族 when referring specifically to hereditary nobility, while 精英 emphasizes a merit-based elite.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 贵族 with similar terms like 精英 (jīngyīng - elite), which emphasizes skill over social status. For instance, saying '我想成为贵族' (I want to become a noble) can be misleading; it's better to say '我想成为一个有影响力的人' (I want to become an influential person).
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Grammar patterns of 贵族
贵族 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 6 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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一位面颊绯红、一副乡下____打扮的老妇人出现在门口。
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