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雄厚 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
雄厚xiónghòurobustHSK 7, a, 21 strokes, rank #28660, Very Hard
雄厚xiónghòustrong and solidHSK 7, a, 21 strokes, rank #28660, Very Hard
xiónghòu(xiong2hou4)xiong hou T2
  1. 1robust
  2. 2strong and solid
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March 24, 2026

雄厚xiónghòu(xiong2hou4)

雄厚 (xiónghòu) describes something that is strong, solid, and robust. It is commonly used to refer to financial resources, support, or foundational qualities in various contexts, such as business or personal relationships, indicating a reliable and substantial presence.

Strokes21Frequency#28660DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of being 雄厚 is often linked to the importance of having a strong family or community support system, reflecting the value placed on solid foundations in both relationships and business.

Memory tip

Imagine a strong, muscular bear (雄, xióng) standing firmly on a thick, solid foundation (厚, hòu). The bear represents strength, while the thick ground symbolizes robustness, helping you remember that 雄厚 means strong and solid.

Meanings of 雄厚

xiónghòu(xiong2hou4)
1robust
2strong and solid
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About 雄厚

雄厚Simplified
21Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#28660Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 雄厚

Quick Contrast

厚 (hòu) vs 雄厚 (xiónghòu): use 雄厚 to emphasize strength and robustness, particularly in financial contexts, while 厚 simply refers to thickness or richness without the connotation of strength.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone; 雄 (xióng) is pronounced with a rising tone, while 厚 (hòu) has a falling tone. This word is often used in formal contexts, like business reports or discussions about resources, so it's best to avoid using it in casual conversations.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 雄厚 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to business and finance. Focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts and practice forming sentences that highlight its meaning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 雄厚 with similar words like 强壮 (qiángzhuàng), which specifically means strong in a physical sense. Remember that 雄厚 refers to robustness and solidity, often in abstract terms like resources or support.

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Component Characters

雄xióngmale
12 strokes隹
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厚hòuthick
HSK 49 strokes厂
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How to say robust in Chinese

“robust” in Chinese is雄厚xiónghòu

雄厚 (xiónghòu) describes something that is strong, solid, and robust. It is commonly used to refer to financial resources, support, or foundational qualities in various contexts, such as business or personal relationships, indicating a reliable and substantial presence.

When to use 雄厚

Be cautious with the tone; 雄 (xióng) is pronounced with a rising tone, while 厚 (hòu) has a falling tone. This word is often used in formal contexts, like business reports or discussions about resources, so it's best to avoid using it in casual conversations.

雄厚 or something close to it

厚 (hòu) vs 雄厚 (xiónghòu): use 雄厚 to emphasize strength and robustness, particularly in financial contexts, while 厚 simply refers to thickness or richness without the connotation of strength.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 雄厚 with similar words like 强壮 (qiángzhuàng), which specifically means strong in a physical sense. Remember that 雄厚 refers to robustness and solidity, often in abstract terms like resources or support.

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Grammar Patterns of 雄厚

雄厚 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高,not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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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他们有一支实力____的队伍和一些出色的选手。

They've got a strong squad and some great players.

Example Sentences for 雄厚 (1)

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他们有一支实力雄厚的队伍和一些出色的选手。

tā mén yǒu yī zhī shí lì xióng hòu de duì wǔ hé yī xiē chū sè de xuǎn shǒu。

They've got a strong squad and some great players.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 雄厚

Some synonyms include 强大 (qiángdà) meaning strong and 强劲 (qiángjìng) meaning vigorous.

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