HSK 7, n, 6 strokes, radical 车, rank #12251, Very Hard
轨
guǐ
path
HSK 7, n, 6 strokes, radical 车, rank #12251, Very Hard
轨
guǐ
track
HSK 7, n, 6 strokes, radical 车, rank #12251, Very Hard
轨
guǐ
rail
HSK 7, n, 6 strokes, radical 车, rank #12251, Very Hard
轨
guǐ
track, rut, path
HSK 7, n, 6 strokes, radical 车, rank #12251, Very Hard
guǐ(gui3) T3
1course
2path
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March 24, 2026
轨(軌)guǐ(gui3)
The character 轨 (guǐ) refers to a path or track, often used in contexts related to railways or routes. It conveys the idea of a defined way or course that something follows, whether literally, like train tracks, or metaphorically, as in a course of action.
Strokes6Radical车Frequency#12251DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, railways symbolize modernization and economic development, particularly during the 20th century. The term 轨 is often associated with the rapid growth of train networks across the country.
Memory Tip
Imagine a train traveling along a shiny, well-defined track (轨) that keeps it on course. The character looks like a train (the horizontal line) on its track, ensuring it doesn't wander off.
Meanings of 轨
guǐ(gui3)
1course
2path
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 轨
轨Simplified
軌Traditional
6Strokes
车Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#12251Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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AI Study Notes for 轨
Quick Contrast
轨 (guǐ) vs 路 (lù) — use 轨 for tracks or paths that are specifically defined, while 路 refers to more general roads or ways.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 轨 (guǐ) with 归 (guī), which means to return. This word is more formal, often used in contexts like transportation or planning, and can be combined with words like '轨道' (guǐdào) meaning 'track' or '轨迹' (guǐjì) meaning 'trajectory'.
HSK Study Tips
While 轨 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it is related to the HSK level 4-5 themes of transportation and movement. Focus on its use in compound words to enhance understanding and retention.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 轨 (guǐ) with 轨迹 (guǐjì), mistakenly thinking they mean the same thing. Remember, 轨 refers to the track itself, while 轨迹 means trajectory or path taken.
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Pronunciation of 轨
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Phonosemantic compound. 车 represents the meaning and 九 represents the sound. Simplified form of 軌.
1The meaning half车 carries the sense.
2The sound half九 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaycart
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 轨?
Decomposition of 轨
IDS Structure⿰车九
轨Full Character
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车Che1
left
九jiu3
right
Exercise 1 of 2
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 轨?
How to say course in Chinese
“course” in Chinese is轨guǐ
The character 轨 (guǐ) refers to a path or track, often used in contexts related to railways or routes. It conveys the idea of a defined way or course that something follows, whether literally, like train tracks, or metaphorically, as in a course of action.
When to use 轨
Be cautious not to confuse 轨 (guǐ) with 归 (guī), which means to return. This word is more formal, often used in contexts like transportation or planning, and can be combined with words like '轨道' (guǐdào) meaning 'track' or '轨迹' (guǐjì) meaning 'trajectory'.
轨 or something close to it
轨 (guǐ) vs 路 (lù) — use 轨 for tracks or paths that are specifically defined, while 路 refers to more general roads or ways.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 轨 (guǐ) with 轨迹 (guǐjì), mistakenly thinking they mean the same thing. Remember, 轨 refers to the track itself, while 轨迹 means trajectory or path taken.
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轨
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Grammar Patterns of 轨
轨 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 5 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.
