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股东 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
股东gǔdōngshareholderHSK 7, n, 13 strokes, rank #9155, Very Hard
股东gǔdōngstockholderHSK 7, n, 13 strokes, rank #9155, Very Hard
gǔdōng(gu3dong1)gu dong T3
  1. 1shareholder
  2. 2stockholder
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March 24, 2026

股东(股東)gǔdōng(gu3dong1)

股东 (gǔdōng) refers to an individual or entity that holds shares in a company, thus having ownership and a stake in that business. This term is commonly used in legal and financial contexts, particularly in discussions about corporate governance and shareholder rights.

Strokes13Frequency#9155DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese corporate culture, 股东 play a crucial role in decision-making processes, particularly during annual general meetings. Understanding the rights and responsibilities associated with being a shareholder is essential in navigating the business landscape in China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a '股' (gǔ) with a '东' (dōng) wind blowing through it, symbolizing the flow of wealth. '股' resembles a part of a tree, representing shares, while '东' suggests direction or growth, connecting the idea of shareholders growing their investment.

Meanings of 股东

gǔdōng(gu3dong1)
1shareholder
2stockholder
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About 股东

股东Simplified
股東Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#9155Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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Quick Contrast

投资者 (tóuzī zhě) refers to an investor who may or may not hold shares, while 股东 (gǔdōng) specifically denotes a shareholder with ownership in a company.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '股东'—the first syllable is pronounced with a falling tone, while the second syllable has a high, level tone. Common collocations include '股东大会' (shareholder meeting) and '股东权益' (shareholder rights). Avoid using this term in informal conversations about investing; it is more suited for formal discussions.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 level word, 股东 connects well with other financial and economic terms such as 股票 (gǔpiào - stock) and 投资 (tóuzī - investment). Students should practice using it in sentences related to finance to understand its contextual usage better.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 股东 with 股份 (gǔfèn - shares), mistakenly using it to refer to the shares themselves rather than the holders. For example, saying '我买了股东' (I bought shareholders) is incorrect; it should be '我买了股份' (I bought shares).

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Component Characters

股gǔshare
HSK 78 strokes⺼
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东dōngeast
HSK 35 strokes一
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How to say shareholder in Chinese

“shareholder” in Chinese is股东gǔdōng

股东 (gǔdōng) refers to an individual or entity that holds shares in a company, thus having ownership and a stake in that business. This term is commonly used in legal and financial contexts, particularly in discussions about corporate governance and shareholder rights.

When to use 股东

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '股东'—the first syllable is pronounced with a falling tone, while the second syllable has a high, level tone. Common collocations include '股东大会' (shareholder meeting) and '股东权益' (shareholder rights). Avoid using this term in informal conversations about investing; it is more suited for formal discussions.

股东 or something close to it

投资者 (tóuzī zhě) refers to an investor who may or may not hold shares, while 股东 (gǔdōng) specifically denotes a shareholder with ownership in a company.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 股东 with 股份 (gǔfèn - shares), mistakenly using it to refer to the shares themselves rather than the holders. For example, saying '我买了股东' (I bought shareholders) is incorrect; it should be '我买了股份' (I bought shares).

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Cultural Notes for 股东

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In Western cultures, shareholders often have a more pronounced influence on company decisions, while in China, the relationship can be more hierarchical, with less direct input from individual 股东 compared to large institutional investors.

Frequently Asked Questions about 股东

股东 specifically refers to shareholders who own shares in a company, while 投资者 (tóuzī zhě) is a broader term that includes anyone who invests money, not necessarily in shares.

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