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铸造zhùzàoto cast (pour metal into a mold)HSK 7, v, 22 strokes, rank #16922, Very Hard
zhùzào(zhu4zao4)zhu zao T4
  1. 1to cast (pour metal into a mold)
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March 24, 2026

铸造(鑄造)zhùzào(zhu4zao4)

铸造 (zhu4 zao4) refers to the process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create various objects and shapes. It is commonly used in industrial contexts, particularly in manufacturing and metalworking, to produce parts for machinery, tools, and art. Understanding this term is essential for discussions related to engineering and craftsmanship.

Strokes22Frequency#16922DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

铸造 has historical significance in Chinese culture, particularly during the Tang and Song dynasties when metal casting was crucial for advancements in weaponry and technology. This technique reflects the historical importance of craftsmanship and engineering in China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a blacksmith named Zhu who loves to 'cast' beautiful metal sculptures. The character 铸 has the radical for metal (金) which represents the material being worked with, and 造 means to create or make. Together, think of 'Zhu the blacksmith casting metal into molds to create art'.

Meanings of 铸造

zhùzào(zhu4zao4)
1to cast (pour metal into a mold)
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About 铸造

铸造Simplified
鑄造Traditional
22Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#16922Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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铸造 (zhùzào) vs 锻造 (duànzào) — use 铸造 for casting molten metal, while 锻造 refers to forging solid metal by shaping it under compressive forces.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 铸造 with other verbs related to making or creating. This term is more technical and specific to metalworking, so avoid using it in casual contexts. Common collocations include 铸造工艺 (casting technology) and 铸造厂 (foundry).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 铸造 connects with other technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes. Students should focus on understanding its application in contexts like engineering and production, which will enhance their technical language proficiency.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 铸造 with 造 (zao4) alone, which means 'to make' without the metal context. For example, saying '我铸造一个桌子' (I cast a table) is incorrect; the correct term for making furniture would be 制作 (zhi4 zuo4).

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Component Characters

铸zhùto cast or found metals
12 strokes钅
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造zàoto make
HSK 510 strokes辶
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How to say to cast (pour metal into a mold) in Chinese

“to cast (pour metal into a mold)” in Chinese is铸造zhùzào

铸造 (zhu4 zao4) refers to the process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create various objects and shapes. It is commonly used in industrial contexts, particularly in manufacturing and metalworking, to produce parts for machinery, tools, and art. Understanding this term is essential for discussions related to engineering and craftsmanship.

When to use 铸造

Be careful not to confuse 铸造 with other verbs related to making or creating. This term is more technical and specific to metalworking, so avoid using it in casual contexts. Common collocations include 铸造工艺 (casting technology) and 铸造厂 (foundry).

铸造 or something close to it

铸造 (zhùzào) vs 锻造 (duànzào) — use 铸造 for casting molten metal, while 锻造 refers to forging solid metal by shaping it under compressive forces.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 铸造 with 造 (zao4) alone, which means 'to make' without the metal context. For example, saying '我铸造一个桌子' (I cast a table) is incorrect; the correct term for making furniture would be 制作 (zhi4 zuo4).

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Grammar Patterns of 铸造

铸造 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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1325年到1864年间,这座城市曾____过自己的硬币。

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1325年到1864年间,这座城市曾铸造过自己的硬币。

1325 1325 nián1864 dào 1864, nián jiān , zhè zuò chéng shì zēng zhù zào guò zì jǐ。

The city produced its own coinage from 1325 to
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专门为他铸造了另一枚奖章。

zhuān mén wéi tā zhù zào le lìng yī méi jiǎng zhāng。

Another medal was specially struck for him.

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You can say, '我们在工厂里进行铸造工作' which means 'We are performing casting work in the factory.'

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