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章程 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
章程zhāngchéngrulesHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngregulationsHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngconstitutionHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngstatuteHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngarticles of association (of company)HSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngarticles of incorporationHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngcharter (of a corporation)HSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
章程zhāngchéngby-lawsHSK 7, n, 23 strokes, rank #23218, Very Hard
zhāngchéng(zhang1cheng2)zhang cheng T1
  1. 1rules
  2. 2regulations
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March 24, 2026

章程zhāngchéng(zhang1cheng2)

章程 refers to a set of formal rules or regulations that govern an organization, institution, or process. It is commonly used in contexts like corporate governance, where companies outline their operational guidelines, and in legal frameworks for organizations. This term conveys a sense of authority and structure in management and operations.

Strokes23Frequency#23218DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, the concept of 章程 is significant in corporate governance and reflects the importance of structured rules in both business and society. Many companies are required to have a set of 章程 that outlines their operational standards, which reflects China's emphasis on organization and hierarchy in business practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a giant scroll (章) unfurling to reveal the rules (程) of a kingdom. The scroll represents the formal documents that contain the laws or regulations governing the kingdom's operations. The 'zhang' sounds like 'zhang' in 'long zhang' (long scroll), while 'cheng' can remind you of 'change' – the rules that dictate how things change and operate.

Meanings of 章程

zhāngchéng(zhang1cheng2)
1rules
2regulations
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About 章程

章程Simplified
23Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#23218Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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规章 (guīzhāng) - use 章程 for formal rules specific to an organization, while 规章 is broader and can refer to rules or regulations in general contexts.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 章程 with similar terms like 规章 (rules) or 条例 (articles) as they can have slightly different usages. 章程 is more formal and is often used in legal contexts, whereas 规章 can be more general. Use 章程 in formal settings, especially in business or legal discussions.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 章程 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to governance and regulations. Students should focus on understanding its usage in legal and corporate contexts, as well as differentiate it from related terms. Practicing sentences that incorporate 章程 will enhance retention.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 章程 with 规章, thinking they are interchangeable. For instance, saying '公司的规章' (company's rules) instead of '公司的章程' (company's articles) can lead to misunderstandings about the level of formality. Always use 章程 when referring to formal articles or governing documents.

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Component Characters

章zhāngchapter
HSK 611 strokes立
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程chéngrule
HSK 712 strokes禾
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How to say rules in Chinese

“rules” in Chinese is章程zhāngchéng

章程 refers to a set of formal rules or regulations that govern an organization, institution, or process. It is commonly used in contexts like corporate governance, where companies outline their operational guidelines, and in legal frameworks for organizations. This term conveys a sense of authority and structure in management and operations.

When to use 章程

Be careful not to confuse 章程 with similar terms like 规章 (rules) or 条例 (articles) as they can have slightly different usages. 章程 is more formal and is often used in legal contexts, whereas 规章 can be more general. Use 章程 in formal settings, especially in business or legal discussions.

章程 or something close to it

规章 (guīzhāng) - use 章程 for formal rules specific to an organization, while 规章 is broader and can refer to rules or regulations in general contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 章程 with 规章, thinking they are interchangeable. For instance, saying '公司的规章' (company's rules) instead of '公司的章程' (company's articles) can lead to misunderstandings about the level of formality. Always use 章程 when referring to formal articles or governing documents.

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In a business context, 章程 outlines the rules and regulations that govern the operations of a company, such as how decisions are made and the rights of shareholders.

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