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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
挨家挨户āijiāāihùto go from house to houseHSK 7, unknown, 34 strokes, rank #18306, Very Hard
挨家挨户āijiāāihùhouse-to-house (search)HSK 7, unknown, 34 strokes, rank #18306, Very Hard
āijiāāihù(ai1jia1ai1hu4) T1
  1. 1to go from house to house
  2. 2house-to-house (search)
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March 24, 2026

挨家挨户(挨家挨戶)āijiāāihù(ai1jia1ai1hu4)

The idiom '挨家挨户' means to visit or search every household in a given area. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is conducting surveys, distributing materials, or checking on residents, emphasizing thoroughness and attention to detail.

Strokes34Frequency#18306DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, community connections are essential, and visiting neighbors is a common practice, especially during festivals or significant events. This idiom reflects the importance of personal relationships and community engagement in daily life.

Memory Tip

Imagine a friendly postman, '挨家' (ai1 jia1, meaning 'to each house'), who goes '挨户' (ai1 hu4) to deliver mail. Picture him knocking on every door, ensuring no house is missed, which helps remember both its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 挨家挨户

āijiāāihù(ai1jia1ai1hu4)
1to go from house to house
2house-to-house (search)
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About 挨家挨户

挨家挨户Simplified
挨家挨戶Traditional
34Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 挨家挨户

Usage Notes

This idiom is typically used in informal contexts but can be adapted for more formal communication. Common mistakes include using it inappropriately for single visits; ensure to emphasize the thoroughness implied. Note that '挨' can also mean to endure, so be careful with context.

HSK Study Tips

While '挨家挨户' is not in HSK vocabulary, it can be useful for advanced learners to connect with other house-related terms like '家' (home) and '户' (household). Focus on its usage in context and practice with related phrases for better retention.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse this idiom with '一家一户' (yī jiā yī hù), which conveys a similar idea but is not as thorough. Remember that '挨家挨户' emphasizes the action of going to each house rather than simply recognizing them.

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Idiom Spotlight: 挨家挨户

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:press house press household

Component Characters

挨āiin order
HSK 710 strokes扌
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家jiāhome
HSK 110 strokes宀
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挨āiin order
HSK 710 strokes扌
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户hùa household
HSK 64 strokes户
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How to say to go from house to house in Chinese

“to go from house to house” in Chinese is挨家挨户āijiāāihù

The idiom '挨家挨户' means to visit or search every household in a given area. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is conducting surveys, distributing materials, or checking on residents, emphasizing thoroughness and attention to detail.

When to use 挨家挨户

This idiom is typically used in informal contexts but can be adapted for more formal communication. Common mistakes include using it inappropriately for single visits; ensure to emphasize the thoroughness implied. Note that '挨' can also mean to endure, so be careful with context.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse this idiom with '一家一户' (yī jiā yī hù), which conveys a similar idea but is not as thorough. Remember that '挨家挨户' emphasizes the action of going to each house rather than simply recognizing them.

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挨
户

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Frequently Asked Questions about 挨家挨户

No, '挨家挨户' specifically implies visiting multiple houses, so it's not appropriate for a single visit.

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