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宽广 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
宽广kuānguǎngwideHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #21087, Very Hard
宽广kuānguǎngbroadHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #21087, Very Hard
宽广kuānguǎngextensiveHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #21087, Very Hard
宽广kuānguǎngvastHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #21087, Very Hard
kuānguǎng(kuan1guang3)kuan guang T1
  1. 1wide
  2. 2broad
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March 24, 2026

宽广(寬廣)kuānguǎng(kuan1guang3)

宽广 (kuān guǎng) means wide or broad, often referring to physical dimensions or abstract concepts like knowledge or experience. This word is commonly used to describe large spaces, extensive areas, or the vastness of something, emphasizing its expansive nature.

Strokes13Frequency#21087DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 广 (broad) often relates to notions of openness and inclusivity, reflecting values such as tolerance and acceptance. For example, a 广阔的胸怀 (broad-mindedness) is highly regarded in social interactions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a wide river (宽) flowing through a broad valley (广). The river represents the character's sound 'kuān' and the vast valley symbolizes 'guǎng'. Visualizing this expansive landscape helps you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 宽广

kuānguǎng(kuan1guang3)
1wide
2broad
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About 宽广

宽广Simplified
寬廣Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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宽 (wide) — use 宽广 when emphasizing the vastness or extent beyond just being wide.

Usage Notes

Be cautious, as learners may confuse 宽广 with similar terms like 宽 (wide) or 广 (broad) when used in different contexts. 宽广 is typically more formal and can describe both literal and figurative expanses. Common collocations include 宽广的视野 (broad vision) and 宽广的知识 (extensive knowledge).

HSK Study Tips

This word is not part of the official HSK vocabulary but is relevant for learners at a higher level, particularly those preparing for HSK 5 and above. Focus on its components and how it can describe both physical and non-physical breadth, connecting it to other descriptive adjectives.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mix up 宽广 with 宽 or 广 alone, leading to phrases like 宽的知识, which is incorrect. The correct usage would be 宽广的知识 to convey the meaning of vast knowledge.

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Component Characters

宽kuānlenient
HSK 510 strokes宀
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广guǎngwide
HSK 53 strokes广
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How to say wide in Chinese

“wide” in Chinese is宽广kuānguǎng

宽广 (kuān guǎng) means wide or broad, often referring to physical dimensions or abstract concepts like knowledge or experience. This word is commonly used to describe large spaces, extensive areas, or the vastness of something, emphasizing its expansive nature.

When to use 宽广

Be cautious, as learners may confuse 宽广 with similar terms like 宽 (wide) or 广 (broad) when used in different contexts. 宽广 is typically more formal and can describe both literal and figurative expanses. Common collocations include 宽广的视野 (broad vision) and 宽广的知识 (extensive knowledge).

宽广 or something close to it

宽 (wide) — use 宽广 when emphasizing the vastness or extent beyond just being wide.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mix up 宽广 with 宽 or 广 alone, leading to phrases like 宽的知识, which is incorrect. The correct usage would be 宽广的知识 to convey the meaning of vast knowledge.

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Cultural Notes for 宽广

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The idea of 'broadness' in Chinese culture often encompasses emotional and intellectual dimensions, whereas in Western contexts, it may be more frequently associated with physical space.

Frequently Asked Questions about 宽广

No, 宽广 can describe abstract concepts such as knowledge, emotions, or opportunities.

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