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造型 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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造型
zàoxíng
modeling
HSK 6, n, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
mold-making
HSK 6, n, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
model or mold
HSK 6, n, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
molding
HSK 6, n, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
pose
HSK 6, n, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
to model
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
to shape
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
appearance
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
style
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
design
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
造型
zàoxíng
form
HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #3078, Hard
zàoxíng(zao4xing2)zao xing T4
1modeling
2mold-making
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March 24, 2026
造型zàoxíng(zao4xing2)
造型 (zào xíng) refers to the concept of modeling or shaping, particularly in artistic or design contexts. It can denote the physical form of an object, the style of a piece of art, or the way in which a person poses. The term is commonly used in fashion, sculpture, and graphic design.
Strokes19Frequency#3078DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 造型 is significant in traditional arts, such as sculpture and calligraphy, where the form and style are critical to artistic expression. The emphasis on aesthetics can be seen in festivals that celebrate various forms of art and design.
Memory tip
Imagine a sculptor shaping a block of clay into a beautiful statue (造型). The character 造 (zào) looks like a person creating (with the '人' radical), while 形 (xíng) resembles a shape looming in the background. Together, they evoke the image of someone molding shapes.
Meanings of 造型
zàoxíng(zao4xing2)
1modeling
2mold-making
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About 造型
造型Simplified
19Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3078Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
造型 (zàoxíng) vs 形状 (xíngzhuàng): 造型 emphasizes artistic style and design, while 形状 refers to the geometric shape or outline of an object.
Usage Notes
It's important to note that 造型 is often used in artistic and design contexts, so using it in casual conversation might sound overly formal. Common collocations include 造型设计 (model design) and 造型艺术 (modeling art). Be careful with the tones, as mixing them up can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 造型 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to art and aesthetics. Students should focus on using it in contexts involving design and modeling, and practice its use in sentences to solidify understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 造型 with 形式 (xíng shì), which means form or shape but is broader and less specific to artistic contexts. For example, saying '这是一种新的形式' (This is a new form) instead of '这是一种新的造型' (This is a new model) misses the artistic nuance.
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造型 (zào xíng) refers to the concept of modeling or shaping, particularly in artistic or design contexts. It can denote the physical form of an object, the style of a piece of art, or the way in which a person poses. The term is commonly used in fashion, sculpture, and graphic design.
When to use 造型
It's important to note that 造型 is often used in artistic and design contexts, so using it in casual conversation might sound overly formal. Common collocations include 造型设计 (model design) and 造型艺术 (modeling art). Be careful with the tones, as mixing them up can change the meaning.
造型 or something close to it
造型 (zàoxíng) vs 形状 (xíngzhuàng): 造型 emphasizes artistic style and design, while 形状 refers to the geometric shape or outline of an object.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 造型 with 形式 (xíng shì), which means form or shape but is broader and less specific to artistic contexts. For example, saying '这是一种新的形式' (This is a new form) instead of '这是一种新的造型' (This is a new model) misses the artistic nuance.
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型
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Grammar patterns of 造型
造型 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 11 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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我想在我的结婚蛋糕上装饰一些丘比特的____。
I would like my wedding cake decorated with cupids.
Example sentences for 造型 (12)
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我想在我的结婚蛋糕上装饰一些丘比特的造型。
wǒ xiǎng zài wǒ de jiéhūn dàngāo shàng zhuāngshì yìxiē Qiū bǐtè de zàoxíng。
I would like my wedding cake decorated with cupids.
