警犬 (jǐngquǎn) refers to a police dog, specifically trained to assist law enforcement in various tasks such as searching for drugs, tracking suspects, or crowd control. These dogs play a vital role in maintaining public safety and are often seen in police units worldwide.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
警犬jǐngquǎn(jing3quan3)
警犬 (jǐngquǎn) refers to a police dog, specifically trained to assist law enforcement in various tasks such as searching for drugs, tracking suspects, or crowd control. These dogs play a vital role in maintaining public safety and are often seen in police units worldwide.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, 警犬 are commonly used during major public events and festivals to ensure safety, reflecting a cultural emphasis on collective security and public order.
Memory Tip
Imagine a vigilant dog wearing a police badge, its ears perked up as it sniffs out trouble. The character 警 (jǐng) looks like a person (亻) standing alert, while 犬 (quǎn) is the radical for dog, helping you remember that this is a dog trained for police work.
About 警犬
警犬Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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警犬 (jǐngquǎn) vs 牧羊犬 (mùyángquǎn) — choose 警犬 when referring specifically to police work, while 牧羊犬 is specifically for herding sheep.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a vigilant dog wearing a police badge, its ears perked up as it sniffs out trouble. The character 警 (jǐng) looks like a person (亻) standing alert, while 犬 (quǎn) is the radical for dog, helping you remember that this is a dog trained for police work.
Usage Notes
When using 警犬, it’s important to remember that it typically refers to dogs specifically trained for police duties, rather than just any dog. Avoid informal contexts when discussing police work, as the term carries a serious connotation.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, focus on the role of 警犬 in law enforcement vocabulary and its connections to other terms related to safety and security. This word can be associated with other HSK 7 terms like 安全 (ānquán, safety) and 犬 (quǎn, dog) from earlier levels.
Cultural Note
In China, 警犬 are commonly used during major public events and festivals to ensure safety, reflecting a cultural emphasis on collective security and public order.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 警犬 with other types of dogs. For example, saying 警犬 can refer to any dog is incorrect; it should specifically denote a police dog. Remember that 警犬 is not a general term for all dogs.
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Cultural Notes for 警犬
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In China, 警犬 are commonly used during major public events and festivals to ensure safety, reflecting a cultural emphasis on collective security and public order.
Frequently Asked Questions about 警犬
警犬 can perform various tasks such as drug detection, tracking missing persons, and crowd control during events.
Yes, in Chinese, all police dogs are referred to as 警犬, regardless of their specific training or tasks.
Service dog is translated as 服务犬 (fúwùquǎn), which differs from 警犬 as it serves different roles.
