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口径 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
口径kǒujìngcaliberHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #4805, Very Hard
口径kǒujìngdiameter of openingHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #4805, Very Hard
kǒujìng(kou3jing4) T3
  1. 1caliber
  2. 2diameter of opening
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March 24, 2026

口径(口徑)kǒujìng(kou3jing4)

口径 (kǒu jìng) refers to the diameter of an opening, particularly in contexts like firearms, pipes, or instruments. It can also denote the size or caliber in a more metaphorical sense, such as the scope of a person's abilities or the standard of something.

Strokes11Frequency#4805DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In modern China, discussions about military capabilities often include references to caliber, especially in news media. Understanding this term can provide insight into national defense and technological advancements in the country.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant mouth (口) with a measuring tape (径) that gauges its wide opening. The sound 'kou' sounds like 'cow,' so picture a cow's big mouth being measured, helping you remember the character and its meaning.

Meanings of 口径

kǒujìng(kou3jing4)
1caliber
2diameter of opening
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About 口径

口径Simplified
口徑Traditional
11Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 口径

Usage Notes

口径 is often used in technical or formal contexts, such as engineering or military discussions. A common mistake is confusing it with 口味 (kǒu wèi), which means 'taste,' due to the similar initial character. Pay attention to the tone: 口径 requires the third and fourth tones.

HSK Study Tips

口径 is not included in the HSK vocabulary, but it relates to other technical terms found in advanced levels. Students should focus on understanding the usage in context and recognizing it in specialized discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 口径 in contexts where 口味 (taste) would be appropriate. For example, saying '这道菜的口径很好' (This dish's caliber is good) instead of '这道菜的口味很好' (This dish's taste is good).

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Component Characters

口kǒumouth
HSK 13 strokes口
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径jìngfootpath
8 strokes彳
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How to say caliber in Chinese

“caliber” in Chinese is口径kǒujìng

口径 (kǒu jìng) refers to the diameter of an opening, particularly in contexts like firearms, pipes, or instruments. It can also denote the size or caliber in a more metaphorical sense, such as the scope of a person's abilities or the standard of something.

When to use 口径

口径 is often used in technical or formal contexts, such as engineering or military discussions. A common mistake is confusing it with 口味 (kǒu wèi), which means 'taste,' due to the similar initial character. Pay attention to the tone: 口径 requires the third and fourth tones.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 口径 in contexts where 口味 (taste) would be appropriate. For example, saying '这道菜的口径很好' (This dish's caliber is good) instead of '这道菜的口味很好' (This dish's taste is good).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 口径

口径 refers to caliber or diameter, while 口味 refers to taste or flavor.

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