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经贸 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
经贸jīngmàotradeHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #77438, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026

经贸(經貿)jīngmào(jing1mao4)

经贸 (jīng mào) refers to economic trade, encompassing various activities related to the exchange of goods and services between individuals or nations. It is commonly used in discussions about international trade, business relations, and economic policies.

Strokes17Frequency#77438DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, the concept of 经贸 is vital to understanding the country's rapid economic development and integration into the global market, reflecting its historical shift from a planned economy to a more market-oriented one.

Memory Tip

Think of 经 (jīng) as a 'jingling' sound of coins representing trade, and贸 (mào) as 'mow,' like mowing through a field of opportunities in business. Together, they create an image of bustling markets and commerce.

Meanings of 经贸

jīngmào(jing1mao4)
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About 经贸

经贸Simplified
經貿Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 经贸

Quick Contrast

贸易 (màoyì) — use 经贸 when emphasizing the economic aspects of trade, while 贸易 focuses more on the act of trading itself.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 经贸 with similar terms like 贸易 (mào yì), which specifically means 'trade' in a broader sense. This term is often used in formal contexts, particularly in business discussions and reports.

HSK Study Tips

While 经贸 is not an HSK vocabulary term, it relates closely to HSK 4-5 levels that cover business and economy-related vocabulary. Focus on using it in relevant contexts to enhance your understanding of economic discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 经贸 with 经济 (jīng jì), which means 'economy.' A common error is saying '我学经济' (wǒ xué jīng jì) when they mean to study trade. The correct phrase is '我学经贸' (wǒ xué jīng mào).

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Component Characters

经Jīngclassics
HSK 78 strokes纟
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贸màocommerce
HSK 49 strokes贝
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How to say trade in Chinese

“trade” in Chinese is经贸jīngmào

经贸 (jīng mào) refers to economic trade, encompassing various activities related to the exchange of goods and services between individuals or nations. It is commonly used in discussions about international trade, business relations, and economic policies.

When to use 经贸

Be cautious not to confuse 经贸 with similar terms like 贸易 (mào yì), which specifically means 'trade' in a broader sense. This term is often used in formal contexts, particularly in business discussions and reports.

经贸 or something close to it

贸易 (màoyì) — use 经贸 when emphasizing the economic aspects of trade, while 贸易 focuses more on the act of trading itself.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 经贸 with 经济 (jīng jì), which means 'economy.' A common error is saying '我学经济' (wǒ xué jīng jì) when they mean to study trade. The correct phrase is '我学经贸' (wǒ xué jīng mào).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 经贸

经贸 encompasses both economic and trade aspects, while 贸易 specifically refers to trade activities.

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