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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
改良gǎiliángto improveHSK 7, v, 14 strokes, rank #17369, Very Hard
gǎiliáng(gai3liang2)gai liang T3
  1. 1to improve
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March 24, 2026

改良gǎiliáng(gai3liang2)

The term '改良' (gǎiliáng) means 'to improve' or 'to enhance', often used in contexts involving modifications to systems, processes, or products. It implies a positive change or upgrade, particularly in technical or agricultural settings, and can refer to improving efficiency, quality, or effectiveness.

Strokes14Frequency#17369DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

'改良' is often used in the context of agricultural advancements in China, such as the breeding of hybrid rice varieties that significantly improved food security. This reflects the importance of innovation in Chinese agricultural practices.

Memory tip

Think of '改' (gǎi) as 'to change' and '良' (liáng) as 'good'—together they create a mental image of changing something to make it better. Imagine a gardener who changes the soil to improve plant growth; this visual reinforces the meaning of '改良'.

Meanings of 改良

gǎiliáng(gai3liang2)
1to improve
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About 改良

改良Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#17369Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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改进 (gǎijìn) - use '改良' when emphasizing enhancements in quality or efficiency, while '改进' focuses more on making improvements or corrections to existing conditions.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using '改良' in informal contexts where simpler terms like '改善' (gǎishàn) might be more appropriate. It's important to note that '改良' is often more formal and suited for discussions on technology or policy changes. Watch for tone errors, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, '改良' connects to other advanced vocabulary related to improvement and change, such as '改善' (gǎishàn) and '优化' (yōuhuà). Students should focus on understanding its nuances in different contexts, especially technical discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '改良' with '改善', using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我们需要改良这个问题' (Wǒmen xūyào gǎiliáng zhège wèntí) is incorrect; '改善' would be more suitable here.

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Component Characters

改gǎito change
HSK 47 strokes攵
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良liánggood
HSK 77 strokes艮
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How to say to improve in Chinese

“to improve” in Chinese is改良gǎiliáng

The term '改良' (gǎiliáng) means 'to improve' or 'to enhance', often used in contexts involving modifications to systems, processes, or products. It implies a positive change or upgrade, particularly in technical or agricultural settings, and can refer to improving efficiency, quality, or effectiveness.

When to use 改良

Common mistakes include using '改良' in informal contexts where simpler terms like '改善' (gǎishàn) might be more appropriate. It's important to note that '改良' is often more formal and suited for discussions on technology or policy changes. Watch for tone errors, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.

改良 or something close to it

改进 (gǎijìn) - use '改良' when emphasizing enhancements in quality or efficiency, while '改进' focuses more on making improvements or corrections to existing conditions.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '改良' with '改善', using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我们需要改良这个问题' (Wǒmen xūyào gǎiliáng zhège wèntí) is incorrect; '改善' would be more suitable here.

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Grammar Patterns of 改良

改良 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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这样高的产量主要是通过____耕作方法取得的.

These high yields have been achieved largely through better methods of cultivation.

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这样高的产量主要是通过改良耕作方法取得的.

zhè yàng gāo de chǎn liáng zhǔ yào shì tōng guò gǎi liáng gēng zuò fāng fǎ qǔ dé de.

These high yields have been achieved largely through better methods of cultivation.
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那就请您试试这种新的经过改良的早餐麦片粥, 这是运动员食用的麦片粥!

nà jiù qǐng nín shì shì zhè zhǒng xīn de jīng guò gǎi liáng de zǎo cān mài piàn zhōu, , zhè shì yùn dòng yuán shí yòng de mài piàn!

Try WAKE -- UPS , the new , improved breakfast cereal, the cereal that athletes eat!

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