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函授 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
函授hánshòuto teach by correspondenceHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #35561, Very Hard
hánshòu(han2shou4) T2
  1. 1to teach by correspondence
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March 24, 2026

函授hánshòu(han2shou4)

函授 refers to a method of education where teaching is conducted through correspondence, often involving the use of mail or online platforms. It allows students to receive instruction and complete assignments remotely, making education accessible for those unable to attend traditional classes.

Strokes19Frequency#35561DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, 函授 programs have been popular for many years, especially for working adults seeking further education without disrupting their jobs. This method allows for lifelong learning, which is highly valued in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of '函' (hán) as a 'letter' and '授' (shòu) as 'to give.' Imagine receiving a letter full of knowledge delivered to your door, which you can study from home. This visual of a letter giving you lessons can help you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 函授

hánshòu(han2shou4)
1to teach by correspondence
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About 函授

函授Simplified
19Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 函授

Usage Notes

函授 is often used in formal educational contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with 远程教育 (yuǎnchéng jiàoyù), which refers to online education more broadly. Be mindful of using it in the appropriate contexts, such as when discussing specific educational programs.

HSK Study Tips

While 函授 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it relates to themes of education found in HSK Level 3 and above. Students should familiarize themselves with related terms like 教育 (jiàoyù) for education and 学习 (xuéxí) for study to build a broader context.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 函授 to refer to any online course instead of its specific meaning related to correspondence. Correct usage would be: '我在参加函授课程' (I'm participating in a correspondence course) instead of saying '我在参加网上课程' (I'm participating in an online course).

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Component Characters

函háncorrespondence; a case, a box
HSK 78 strokes凵
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授shòuto teach
11 strokes扌
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How to say to teach by correspondence in Chinese

“to teach by correspondence” in Chinese is函授hánshòu

函授 refers to a method of education where teaching is conducted through correspondence, often involving the use of mail or online platforms. It allows students to receive instruction and complete assignments remotely, making education accessible for those unable to attend traditional classes.

When to use 函授

函授 is often used in formal educational contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with 远程教育 (yuǎnchéng jiàoyù), which refers to online education more broadly. Be mindful of using it in the appropriate contexts, such as when discussing specific educational programs.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 函授 to refer to any online course instead of its specific meaning related to correspondence. Correct usage would be: '我在参加函授课程' (I'm participating in a correspondence course) instead of saying '我在参加网上课程' (I'm participating in an online course).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 函授

函授 specifically refers to correspondence education, while 远程教育 encompasses all forms of remote learning, including online courses.

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