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阵营 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
阵营zhènyínggroup of peopleHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12392, Very Hard
阵营zhènyíngcampHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12392, Very Hard
阵营zhènyíngfactionHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12392, Very Hard
阵营zhènyíngsides in a disputeHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12392, Very Hard
zhènyíng(zhen4ying2)zhen ying T4
  1. 1group of people
  2. 2camp
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March 24, 2026

阵营(陣營)zhènyíng(zhen4ying2)

阵营 refers to a group of people who share a common interest, belief, or goal, often in the context of competition or conflict. It can describe political factions, sports teams, or any situation where individuals align themselves with a particular side. The term carries a nuance of division between opposing groups.

Strokes17Frequency#12392DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese politics, the term 阵营 is frequently used to describe the various factions within the Communist Party and between political parties. Understanding this term can provide insight into the complexities of Chinese political discourse.

Memory tip

Imagine a camp (营) set up for a battle (阵). Visualize soldiers from different camps (阵营) preparing for a competition, each side shouting their rallying cries. The '阵' looks like a formation of tents, symbolizing the camps, while '营' resembles the protective walls around them.

Meanings of 阵营

zhènyíng(zhen4ying2)
1group of people
2camp
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About 阵营

阵营Simplified
陣營Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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阵线 (zhènxiàn) - use 阵营 for groups of people aligned by shared interests, while 阵线 refers more to the line or boundary separating opposing sides.

Usage Notes

This term is often used in political discussions, so it's important to be aware of the context when using it. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words, such as '阵线' (front line), which refers more to the line of battle rather than the groups themselves. It's generally informal but can be used in formal discussions as well.

HSK Study Tips

For HSK learners, '阵营' connects to words related to politics and social issues, making it relevant for higher-level vocabulary. Focus on using it in sentences discussing opinions or debates, as this is where it often appears.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 阵营 with 阵线 (zhènxiàn), mistakenly using it to refer to a line of battle. Remember, 阵营 is about the groups themselves, not the lines they may occupy.

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Component characters

阵zhèndisposition of troops
HSK 56 strokes阝
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营yíngcamp
HSK 511 strokes艹
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How to say group of people in Chinese

“group of people” in Chinese is阵营zhènyíng

阵营 refers to a group of people who share a common interest, belief, or goal, often in the context of competition or conflict. It can describe political factions, sports teams, or any situation where individuals align themselves with a particular side. The term carries a nuance of division between opposing groups.

When to use 阵营

This term is often used in political discussions, so it's important to be aware of the context when using it. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words, such as '阵线' (front line), which refers more to the line of battle rather than the groups themselves. It's generally informal but can be used in formal discussions as well.

阵营 or something close to it

阵线 (zhènxiàn) - use 阵营 for groups of people aligned by shared interests, while 阵线 refers more to the line or boundary separating opposing sides.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 阵营 with 阵线 (zhènxiàn), mistakenly using it to refer to a line of battle. Remember, 阵营 is about the groups themselves, not the lines they may occupy.

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阵营 refers more broadly to any group or camp with shared interests, while 党派 specifically refers to political parties.

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