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强势 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
强势qiángshìstrongHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #7354, Very Hard
强势qiángshìpowerfulHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #7354, Very Hard
强势qiángshì(linguistics) emphaticHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #7354, Very Hard
强势qiángshìintensiveHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #7354, Very Hard
qiángshì(qiang2shi4)qiang shi T2
  1. 1strong
  2. 2powerful
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March 24, 2026

强势(強勢)qiángshì(qiang2shi4)

强势 (qiang2 shi4) refers to being strong or powerful, often in a context where authority or influence is exercised. It can also describe an emphatic or intensive linguistic form, indicating a strong assertion or emphasis in communication.

Strokes20Frequency#7354DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese business culture, 强势 often describes a leader's approach or a company's market position, reflecting a competitive environment where strength and assertiveness are valued traits.

Memory Tip

Think of 强 (qiang) as a 'strong' arm lifting heavy weights, while 势 (shi) can be imagined as a 'powerful' wind that pushes things around. Together, they symbolize a forceful presence, helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 强势

qiángshì(qiang2shi4)
1strong
2powerful
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About 强势

强势Simplified
強勢Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 强势

Quick Contrast

强硬 (qiángyì) - use 强势 when emphasizing authority or influence in a broader context, while 强硬 focuses specifically on a firm or unyielding stance.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using 强势 in a context where a softer approach is required; it's often more suitable for formal or assertive discussions. Be mindful of its collocations, like 强势的市场 (strong market) or 强势的领导 (strong leadership), which emphasize authority.

HSK Study Tips

While 强势 is not a formal HSK word, it connects with words related to strength and power found in HSK levels 3 and 4, such as 强 (qiang) and 势 (shi). Students should focus on understanding its usage in both everyday conversation and formal contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 强势 with weaker terms like 弱势 (ruo shi, meaning 'weakness'); remember that 强势 implies strength and assertiveness. For example, saying '她有一个强势的态度' (She has a strong attitude) is correct, but '她有一个弱势的态度' (She has a weak attitude) would be incorrect if you intended to express confidence.

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Component Characters

强jiàngstubborn
HSK 412 strokes弓
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势shìpower
HSK 58 strokes力
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How to say strong in Chinese

“strong” in Chinese is强势qiángshì

强势 (qiang2 shi4) refers to being strong or powerful, often in a context where authority or influence is exercised. It can also describe an emphatic or intensive linguistic form, indicating a strong assertion or emphasis in communication.

When to use 强势

Common mistakes include using 强势 in a context where a softer approach is required; it's often more suitable for formal or assertive discussions. Be mindful of its collocations, like 强势的市场 (strong market) or 强势的领导 (strong leadership), which emphasize authority.

强势 or something close to it

强硬 (qiángyì) - use 强势 when emphasizing authority or influence in a broader context, while 强硬 focuses specifically on a firm or unyielding stance.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 强势 with weaker terms like 弱势 (ruo shi, meaning 'weakness'); remember that 强势 implies strength and assertiveness. For example, saying '她有一个强势的态度' (She has a strong attitude) is correct, but '她有一个弱势的态度' (She has a weak attitude) would be incorrect if you intended to express confidence.

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It's generally more appropriate in formal or professional discussions, as it conveys a sense of authority.

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