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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
后勤hòuqínlogisticsHSK 7, n, 19 strokes, rank #16619, Very Hard
hòuqín(hou4qin2)hou qin T4
  1. 1logistics
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March 24, 2026

后勤(後勤)hòuqín(hou4qin2)

后勤 refers to logistics, specifically the planning and coordination of resources and services necessary for the support of operations, particularly in military, business, or organizational contexts. It encompasses the management of materials, personnel, and facilities to ensure smooth functioning and efficiency.

Strokes19Frequency#16619DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, efficient logistics is critical, especially given the vastness of the country and its rapid economic development. Understanding 后勤 is essential for businesses and government operations to ensure success in various sectors.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'backward' (后, hou4) train ('勤', qin2) that carries all the supplies needed for a big event. The train isn't in the front where the action is; instead, it quietly ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, just like logistics does.

Meanings of 后勤

hòuqín(hou4qin2)
1logistics
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About 后勤

后勤Simplified
後勤Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#16619Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 后勤 with other terms related to supply or resources, as they may have different contexts. This term is often used in formal settings, such as in business or military discussions. Common collocations include '后勤管理' (logistics management) and '后勤支持' (logistical support).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 后勤 connects well with other terms related to management, such as 管理 (management) and 资源 (resources). Students should focus on how it fits into discussions about operations and resource allocation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 后勤 with 供应 (supply), leading to incorrect translations. For example, saying '我们需要后勤' when meaning 'We need supplies' should be corrected to '我们需要供应'.

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Component Characters

后hòuempress
HSK 16 strokes口
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勤qíndiligent
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How to say logistics in Chinese

“logistics” in Chinese is后勤hòuqín

后勤 refers to logistics, specifically the planning and coordination of resources and services necessary for the support of operations, particularly in military, business, or organizational contexts. It encompasses the management of materials, personnel, and facilities to ensure smooth functioning and efficiency.

When to use 后勤

Be careful not to confuse 后勤 with other terms related to supply or resources, as they may have different contexts. This term is often used in formal settings, such as in business or military discussions. Common collocations include '后勤管理' (logistics management) and '后勤支持' (logistical support).

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Learners often confuse 后勤 with 供应 (supply), leading to incorrect translations. For example, saying '我们需要后勤' when meaning 'We need supplies' should be corrected to '我们需要供应'.

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后勤 emphasizes the support and management aspects of logistics, often in a military or organizational context, while 物流 generally refers to the broader concept of logistics, including transportation and distribution.

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