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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
透过tòuguòthroughHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #6162, Hard
透过tòuguòviaHSK 6, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #6162, Hard
tòuguò(tou4guo4)tou guo T4
  1. 1through
  2. 2via
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March 24, 2026

透过(透過)tòuguò(tou4guo4)

The term 透过 (tòu guò) means 'through' or 'via' and is often used to indicate the means or method by which something is achieved or experienced. It can describe physical passage, as well as metaphorical or abstract processes, such as understanding or communication.

Strokes16Frequency#6162DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of seeing or understanding through something often relates to gaining wisdom or insight, reflecting the philosophical notion of looking beyond the surface. This aligns with the value placed on deep understanding and perception in traditional Chinese thought.

Memory tip

Imagine looking through a window (透) and seeing the world on the other side (过). The character 透 resembles a window, and 过 suggests passing through to see what lies beyond. Together, they help you visualize going through something.

Meanings of 透过

tòuguò(tou4guo4)
1through
2via
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透过Simplified
透過Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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穿过 (chuānguò) - use 透过 when emphasizing the means or method of achieving something, rather than just physical passage.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context in which you use 透过, as it often implies a sense of clarity or insight gained through a medium. This term is more formal compared to alternatives like '通过' (tōng guò), which can be used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 透过媒体 (tòu guò méi tǐ - through the media) and 透过努力 (tòu guò nǔ lì - through effort).

HSK Study Tips

While 透过 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension at the HSK 4-5 levels, where more complex expressions are found. Focus on recognizing its use in sentences and practice forming your own examples to solidify its meaning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 透过 with 通过, as both mean 'through.' For example, saying '我透过了这个问题' (Wǒ tòu guòle zhège wèntí) incorrectly suggests insight rather than simply passing through a problem. The correct phrase would be '我通过了这个问题' (Wǒ tōng guòle zhège wèntí).

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Component characters

透tòuto penetrate
HSK 610 strokes辶
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过guò(experienced action marker)
HSK 26 strokes辶
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How to say through in Chinese

“through” in Chinese is透过tòuguò

The term 透过 (tòu guò) means 'through' or 'via' and is often used to indicate the means or method by which something is achieved or experienced. It can describe physical passage, as well as metaphorical or abstract processes, such as understanding or communication.

When to use 透过

Be mindful of the context in which you use 透过, as it often implies a sense of clarity or insight gained through a medium. This term is more formal compared to alternatives like '通过' (tōng guò), which can be used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 透过媒体 (tòu guò méi tǐ - through the media) and 透过努力 (tòu guò nǔ lì - through effort).

透过 or something close to it

穿过 (chuānguò) - use 透过 when emphasizing the means or method of achieving something, rather than just physical passage.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 透过 with 通过, as both mean 'through.' For example, saying '我透过了这个问题' (Wǒ tòu guòle zhège wèntí) incorrectly suggests insight rather than simply passing through a problem. The correct phrase would be '我通过了这个问题' (Wǒ tōng guòle zhège wèntí).

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