星图 (xīngtú) refers to a star map, which is a representation of the night sky showing the positions of stars and constellations. It is commonly used by astronomers and stargazers to locate celestial bodies and navigate the night sky. Understanding a star map can enhance one’s appreciation of astronomy and the universe.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
星图xīngtú(xing1tu2)
星图 (xīngtú) refers to a star map, which is a representation of the night sky showing the positions of stars and constellations. It is commonly used by astronomers and stargazers to locate celestial bodies and navigate the night sky. Understanding a star map can enhance one’s appreciation of astronomy and the universe.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, astronomy has deep historical roots, with star maps being used for navigation and agricultural planning in ancient times. Today, '星图' reflects a continued fascination with the cosmos and plays a role in modern scientific exploration.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant map of the stars spread across the night sky, with '星' (xīng) meaning 'star' and '图' (tú) meaning 'map'. Picture yourself holding this map, tracing the constellations as if you are on an adventure to explore the universe's secrets.
About 星图
星图Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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星空 (xīngkōng) - refers to the starry sky itself, while 星图 (xīngtú) specifically denotes a map that represents the positions of those stars.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant map of the stars spread across the night sky, with '星' (xīng) meaning 'star' and '图' (tú) meaning 'map'. Picture yourself holding this map, tracing the constellations as if you are on an adventure to explore the universe's secrets.
Usage Notes
Stars are typically referred to as '星星' (xīngxīng) in casual conversation, while '星图' is more technical and used in formal contexts. Be mindful of tone; saying '星图' with the wrong tones can lead to confusion with other terms.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 7 learner, focus on using '星图' in contexts related to astronomy and science. This term connects with vocabulary related to space, such as '天文学' (tiānwénxué - astronomy) and '星球' (xīngqiú - planet), enhancing your understanding of more complex subjects.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, astronomy has deep historical roots, with star maps being used for navigation and agricultural planning in ancient times. Today, '星图' reflects a continued fascination with the cosmos and plays a role in modern scientific exploration.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '星图' with '地图' (dìtú - map) and incorrectly say '星地图' instead of '星图'. Remember that '星' (star) and '图' (map) together form a specific term.
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Cultural Notes for 星图
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In Chinese culture, astronomy has deep historical roots, with star maps being used for navigation and agricultural planning in ancient times. Today, '星图' reflects a continued fascination with the cosmos and plays a role in modern scientific exploration.
Frequently Asked Questions about 星图
星图 refers specifically to a star map, while 星星 means stars in general.
You might say, '我用星图来寻找星座' (I use a star map to find constellations).
No, it's more specialized and often used in academic or scientific discussions.
