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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
驻扎zhùzhāto stationHSK 7, v, 12 strokes, rank #12045, Very Hard
驻扎zhùzhāto garrison (troops)HSK 7, v, 12 strokes, rank #12045, Very Hard
zhùzhā(zhu4zha1)zhu zha T4
  1. 1to station
  2. 2to garrison (troops)
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March 24, 2026

驻扎(駐紮)zhùzhā(zhu4zha1)

驻扎 refers to the act of establishing a temporary position or base, often used in a military context for troops. It can also apply to any scenario where individuals or groups are stationed at a specific location for a period of time, such as research teams or workers in remote areas.

Strokes12Frequency#12045DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese history, terms related to military positioning, such as 驻扎, reflect the importance of strategic locations in warfare. For example, historical battles often hinged on where troops were stationed.

Memory tip

Think of the character 驻 (zhu4) as 'to stop' or 'stay,' which resembles a soldier halting at a post, and 扎 (zha1) as 'to tie down' or 'fasten,' evoking the image of anchoring troops in place. Together, they create a vivid picture of soldiers tying themselves down to a location.

Meanings of 驻扎

zhùzhā(zhu4zha1)
1to station
2to garrison (troops)
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About 驻扎

驻扎Simplified
駐紮Traditional
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#12045Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 驻扎

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驻留 (zhùliú) - use 驻扎 when emphasizing a military or temporary base, while 驻留 is more about remaining or staying in a place without the military connotation.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 驻扎 with similar verbs that imply more permanent locations, like 安置 (ānzhì). This word is often used in formal contexts, especially in military discussions, but can also be applicable in everyday situations involving temporary placements.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 驻扎 connects with other military-related vocabulary and terms for establishing locations. Students should focus on understanding its applications in both military and civilian contexts, as well as its nuances in formality.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 驻扎 with the more general term 住 (zhù), which means 'to live' or 'to reside.' For instance, saying '我在这里驻扎' (I am stationed here) is correct, while saying '我在这里住扎' is incorrect; the correct form should be 驻扎.

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Component Characters

驻zhùto halt
HSK 78 strokes马
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扎zāto prick
HSK 64 strokes扌
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How to say to station in Chinese

“to station” in Chinese is驻扎zhùzhā

驻扎 refers to the act of establishing a temporary position or base, often used in a military context for troops. It can also apply to any scenario where individuals or groups are stationed at a specific location for a period of time, such as research teams or workers in remote areas.

When to use 驻扎

Be cautious not to confuse 驻扎 with similar verbs that imply more permanent locations, like 安置 (ānzhì). This word is often used in formal contexts, especially in military discussions, but can also be applicable in everyday situations involving temporary placements.

驻扎 or something close to it

驻留 (zhùliú) - use 驻扎 when emphasizing a military or temporary base, while 驻留 is more about remaining or staying in a place without the military connotation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 驻扎 with the more general term 住 (zhù), which means 'to live' or 'to reside.' For instance, saying '我在这里驻扎' (I am stationed here) is correct, while saying '我在这里住扎' is incorrect; the correct form should be 驻扎.

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Grammar Patterns of 驻扎

驻扎 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. 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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来自首都洛美的报道称,部队____在大街上。

Reports from the capital, Lome, say troops are stationed on the streets.

Example Sentences for 驻扎 (2)

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来自首都洛美的报道称,部队驻扎在大街上。

láizì shǒudū luò měi de bàodào chèn, bùduì zhùzhā zài dàjiē shàng。

Reports from the capital, Lome, say troops are stationed on the streets.
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对于去托斯卡纳东南部探险的人们来说,这两家酒店是很有吸引力的驻扎地。

duìyú qù tuō Sī kǎ nà dōngnán bù tànxiǎn de rénmen lái shuō, zhè liǎng jiā jiǔdiàn shì hěn yǒu xīyǐn lì de zhùzhā dì。

The two hotel-restaurants are attractive bases from which to explore southeast Tuscany.

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驻扎 specifically refers to temporary military positioning, while 安置 implies a more permanent placement or arrangement.

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