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March 24, 2026
构成(構成)gòuchéng(gou4cheng2)
The verb '构成' (gòu chéng) refers to the action of forming or composing something from various parts. It is commonly used in contexts such as discussing the structure of a sentence, the composition of a team, or the configuration of a system in computing.
Frequency#7001DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, understanding how different components (构) come together to form a whole (成) is essential, as this concept reflects the holistic approach often seen in Chinese philosophy and culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a builder (构) assembling different pieces to create a structure (成). The '构' resembles a frame being constructed, while '成' evokes the idea of completion or formation, helping you remember that together they mean 'to form' or 'to constitute'.
Meanings of 构成
gòuchéng(gou4cheng2)
1to constitute
2to form
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About 构成
构成Simplified
構成Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#7001Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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组成 (zǔ chéng) - use '构成' for emphasis on the formation process, while '组成' focuses on the components that make up a whole.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a builder (构) assembling different pieces to create a structure (成). The '构' resembles a frame being constructed, while '成' evokes the idea of completion or formation, helping you remember that together they mean 'to form' or 'to constitute'.
Usage Notes
'构成' is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but be careful not to confuse it with similar verbs like '形成' (xíng chéng), which emphasizes the process of becoming rather than the act of forming. Common collocations include '构成部分' (gòu chéng bù fen) meaning 'component' or 'part'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, '构成' connects with other vocabulary related to structure and formation, such as '组成' (zǔ chéng) meaning 'to constitute'. Students should focus on understanding its usage in both abstract and concrete contexts, particularly in academic or technical discussions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, understanding how different components (构) come together to form a whole (成) is essential, as this concept reflects the holistic approach often seen in Chinese philosophy and culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '构成' with '形成' (xíng chéng). For example, saying '这句话构成了' instead of '这句话形成了' can lead to misinterpretation. Remember that '构成' is about composition, while '形成' highlights the process of becoming.
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Grammar Patterns of 构成
构成 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Food is made up of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
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许多事业有成的女性似乎对她们的男同事构成了一种威胁。
xǔ duō shì yè yǒu chéng de nǚ xìng sì hū duì tā mén de nán tóng shì gòu chéng le yī zhǒng wēi xié。
Many women achievers appear to pose a threat to their male colleagues.
Cultural Notes for 构成
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese education, understanding how different components (构) come together to form a whole (成) is essential, as this concept reflects the holistic approach often seen in Chinese philosophy and culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 构成
'构成' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's more common in academic or technical discussions.
'构成' is typically used for inanimate objects or abstract concepts, but it can describe the makeup of a group or team.
'构成' emphasizes the formation process, while '组成' focuses more on the components themselves.
