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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
规章guīzhāngruleHSK 7, n, 19 strokes, rank #13390, Very Hard
规章guīzhāngregulationHSK 7, n, 19 strokes, rank #13390, Very Hard
guīzhāng(gui1zhang1)gui zhang T1
  1. 1rule
  2. 2regulation
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March 24, 2026

规章(規章)guīzhāng(gui1zhang1)

规章 refers to rules or regulations that govern behavior or procedures within an organization or society. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as legal, institutional, or corporate settings, where adherence to established guidelines is essential.

Strokes19Frequency#13390DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese society, particularly within organizations and government, adherence to 规章 is seen as a virtue. This reflects the collective emphasis on harmony and order, where following established rules is crucial for societal stability.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'guide' (规) that lays out the 'rules' (章) for a game. When you think of 规章, picture yourself following a set of instructions to play correctly, ensuring everyone plays by the same rules.

Meanings of 规章

guīzhāng(gui1zhang1)
1rule
2regulation
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About 规章

规章Simplified
規章Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#13390Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 规章

Quick Contrast

制度 (zhìdù) refers to a system or institution, while 规章 (guīzhāng) specifically denotes rules or regulations; use 规章 when emphasizing specific guidelines rather than the broader system.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 规章 with similar terms like 法规 (law and regulation); 规章 is more about internal rules. This term is generally used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Also, remember it is always used in the plural form when referring to multiple regulations.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 规章 connects to other formal vocabulary related to law and governance. Focus on understanding its use in different contexts, such as business or academic regulations, and practice using it in sentences that describe compliance.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 规章 in casual conversation, thinking it can apply to everyday rules, but it’s meant for formal regulations. For example, saying '我有一个规章关于我的生活' (I have a regulation about my life) is incorrect; better would be '我有一些生活规则' (I have some lifestyle rules).

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Component Characters

规guīcompass
HSK 48 strokes见
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章zhāngchapter
HSK 611 strokes立
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How to say rule in Chinese

“rule” in Chinese is规章guīzhāng

规章 refers to rules or regulations that govern behavior or procedures within an organization or society. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as legal, institutional, or corporate settings, where adherence to established guidelines is essential.

When to use 规章

Be cautious not to confuse 规章 with similar terms like 法规 (law and regulation); 规章 is more about internal rules. This term is generally used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Also, remember it is always used in the plural form when referring to multiple regulations.

规章 or something close to it

制度 (zhìdù) refers to a system or institution, while 规章 (guīzhāng) specifically denotes rules or regulations; use 规章 when emphasizing specific guidelines rather than the broader system.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 规章 in casual conversation, thinking it can apply to everyday rules, but it’s meant for formal regulations. For example, saying '我有一个规章关于我的生活' (I have a regulation about my life) is incorrect; better would be '我有一些生活规则' (I have some lifestyle rules).

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Grammar Patterns of 规章

规章 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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提前搞清楚什么____适用于你的情况。

Find out ahead of time what regulations apply to your situation.

Example Sentences for 规章 (2)

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提前搞清楚什么规章适用于你的情况。

tí qián gǎo qīng chǔ shí mó guī zhāng shì yòng yú nǐ de qíng kuàng。

Find out ahead of time what regulations apply to your situation.
2
请注意本页反面的规章.

qǐng zhù yì běn yè fǎn miàn de guī zhāng.

Please notice the regulations overleaf.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 规章

规章 refers specifically to rules or regulations set by organizations, while 法规 refers to laws established by the government.

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