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俊 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
俊jùn(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn])HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùncoolHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùntalented, capable; handsomeHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùnneatHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùn(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jun4])HSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùneminentHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùnold variant of 俊[jùn]HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊jùnold variant of 俊[jun4]HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùn(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn])HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùncoolHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùntalented, capable; handsomeHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùnneatHSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùn(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jun4])HSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùneminentHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùnold variant of 俊[jùn]HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
俊zùnold variant of 俊[jun4]HSK 7, a, 9 strokes, radical 亻, rank #12869, Very Hard
jùn(jun4)jun
primary
T4
  1. 1(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn])
  2. 2cool
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March 24, 2026

俊(㑺)jùn(jun4)

The character 俊 (jùn) generally means 'handsome,' 'talented,' or 'capable.' It is often used to describe people who are not only good-looking but also possess skills or intelligence. This term can be found in both formal and informal contexts, often used as a compliment for young men.

Strokes9Radical亻Frequency#12869DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, being 俊 is not just about looks; it implies a combination of physical appearance and intelligence or talent, reflecting societal values that appreciate both aesthetics and capability.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'handsome' youth (俊) wearing a 'jacket' (jùn) that makes him stand out. The character has a 'person' radical (亻) on the left, suggesting it relates to people, and the right side sounds like 'jùn,' reminding you of a dashing figure.

Meanings of 俊

jùn(jun4)
primary
1(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn])
2cool
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About 俊

俊Simplified
㑺Traditional
9Strokes
亻Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#12869Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 俊

Quick Contrast

英俊 (yīngjùn) - use 俊 (jùn) for general attractiveness or capability, while 英俊 (yīngjùn) specifically emphasizes refined or exceptional handsomeness.

Usage Notes

A common mistake is to confuse 俊 with other similar-sounding characters. Be mindful of the context in which you're using it, as it can appear in both casual and formal settings. Also, be careful with tones; 'jùn' should not be pronounced with a rising tone.

HSK Study Tips

Although 俊 is not part of HSK, it connects with other HSK words that describe people, such as 美 (beautiful) and 聪明 (smart). Focus on the nuances of describing people when studying this character, as it adds depth to your vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mix up 俊 (jùn) with 准 (zhǔn) due to similar pronunciation. For example, saying '他很准' (tā hěn zhǔn) instead of '他很俊' (tā hěn jùn) changes the meaning from 'he is very accurate' to 'he is very handsome,' which can lead to confusion.

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Etymology of 俊

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 亻 represents the meaning and 夋 represents the sound. Simplified form of 儁.

Memory Hint

person

Semantic (meaning)亻
+
Phonetic (sound)夋
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Origin

俊 = 亻 + 夋. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 俊

IDS Structure⿰亻夋
俊Full Character
=
亻ren2
left
夋qun1
right
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Parts

Which of these is part of 俊?

How to say (dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn]) in Chinese

“(dialectal pronunciation of 俊[jùn])” in Chinese is俊jùn

The character 俊 (jùn) generally means 'handsome,' 'talented,' or 'capable.' It is often used to describe people who are not only good-looking but also possess skills or intelligence. This term can be found in both formal and informal contexts, often used as a compliment for young men.

When to use 俊

A common mistake is to confuse 俊 with other similar-sounding characters. Be mindful of the context in which you're using it, as it can appear in both casual and formal settings. Also, be careful with tones; 'jùn' should not be pronounced with a rising tone.

俊 or something close to it

英俊 (yīngjùn) - use 俊 (jùn) for general attractiveness or capability, while 英俊 (yīngjùn) specifically emphasizes refined or exceptional handsomeness.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mix up 俊 (jùn) with 准 (zhǔn) due to similar pronunciation. For example, saying '他很准' (tā hěn zhǔn) instead of '他很俊' (tā hěn jùn) changes the meaning from 'he is very accurate' to 'he is very handsome,' which can lead to confusion.

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俊

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Grammar Patterns of 俊

俊 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 8 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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我见到过这个身着灰色套装的英____男士。

I saw this nice-looking man in a gray suit.

Common Confusions with 俊

俊vs君
jūn

Similar in sound and both have positive connotations.

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Which one

Which one means “cool”?

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Example Sentences for 俊 (10)

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1
我见到过这个身着灰色套装的英俊男士。

wǒ jiàn dào guò zhè gè shēn zháo huī sè tào zhuāng de yīng jùn nán shì。

I saw this nice-looking man in a gray suit.
2
“他以前是那么英俊。”——“那么现在呢?”

“ “ tā yǐ qián shì nà mó yīng。”——“ jùn 。”——“ nà mó xiàn?”

"He used to be so handsome." — "And now?"
3
这孩子长得多俊哪!

zhè hái zǐ cháng dé duō jùn nǎ!

What a pretty little child!
4
我叫冯俊东.今年已经18岁了. 星座是双子座.

wǒ jiào féng jùn dōng. . jīn nián yǐ18 jīng 18. suì le . xīng zuò shì.

I am Feng Jundong, eighteen years old. My constellation is Gemini.
5
这部电影的中心内容是英俊的男主角麦克·马瑟的情爱冒险.

zhè bù diàn yǐng de zhōng xīn nèi róng shì yīng jùn de nán zhǔ jiǎo mài kè· · mǎ sè de qíng ài mào.

The film centres around the amorous adventures of its handsome hero, Mike Mather.
6
这小伙子长得挺俊的.

zhè xiǎo huǒ zǐ cháng dé tǐng jùn de.

That lad is very handsome.
7
小伙子长得挺英俊的.

xiǎo huǒ zǐ cháng dé tǐng yīng jùn de.

The young man is handsome and energetic.
8
一俊遮百丑.

yī jùn zhē bǎi chǒu.

A very good feature will sometimes redeem several bad ones.
9
俊昊总是抱怨宰范占用整个衣柜.

jùn hào zǒng shì bào yuàn zǎi fàn zhān yòng zhěng gè yī guì.

Junho used to complain about Jaebeom using the whole closet and whatnot.
10
他是王俊杰、邱绣雅夫妇的长子.

tā shì wáng jùn jié、 、 qiū xiù yǎ fū fù de cháng.

He is the eldest son of Samson and Jennifer Wang.

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Word Family of 俊

Compounds1
葰
Words Containing This Character9
俊jùnsmart
英俊yīngjùnhandsome
俊秀elegant
俊美pretty
俊俏jùnqiàocharming
俊杰elite俊傑
忍俊不禁cannot help laughing
李俊Li Jun, fictional character from 水滸傳|水浒传[Shuǐ​hǔ​Zhuàn]
马俊仁Ma Junren (1944-), Chinese track coach馬俊仁
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Frequently Asked Questions about 俊

You can say '他很俊' (tā hěn jùn), meaning 'He is very handsome.'

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