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March 24, 2026
王子wángzǐ(wang2zi3)
The term '王子' (wáng zi) refers to a prince, specifically the son of a king. It is commonly used in royal contexts, literature, and discussions about nobility or monarchy. The term can also imply a certain level of privilege or expectation associated with royal lineage.
Frequency#2289DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of a prince often ties to traditional narratives about dynasties and their heirs, reflecting the importance of lineage and succession in history. Stories of princes are prevalent in folklore and modern media.
Memory Tip
Imagine a young prince wearing a crown (王) and holding a small letter '子' that represents his royal duties. The character 王 resembles a crown, while 子 signifies a child, helping you remember that a prince is the king's child.
Meanings of 王子
wángzǐ(wang2zi3)
1prince
2son of a king
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王子Simplified
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#2289Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 王子
Quick Contrast
王子 (prince) vs 王女 (princess) — choose 王子 when referring to a male royal offspring.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a young prince wearing a crown (王) and holding a small letter '子' that represents his royal duties. The character 王 resembles a crown, while 子 signifies a child, helping you remember that a prince is the king's child.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '王子'; mixing up the tones can lead to misunderstandings. In formal contexts, '王子' is appropriate, while in informal discussions about family roles, you might hear '小王子' (little prince). Collocations include terms like '王子文化' (prince culture).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '王子' connects to themes of family and societal roles. Students should focus on using it in sentences discussing royal family structures, and relate it to other HSK 5 vocabulary like '国王' (king) and '公主' (princess).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of a prince often ties to traditional narratives about dynasties and their heirs, reflecting the importance of lineage and succession in history. Stories of princes are prevalent in folklore and modern media.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '王子' with '王儿' (wáng ér), which is incorrect when referring to a prince. The correct term is always '王子'. Additionally, remember to use the correct tones, as saying 'wáng zǐ' with a flat tone can change the meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 王子
王子 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 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.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
从出生的那一刻起，____的命运就已经被预先决定了。
The Prince's destiny was predetermined from the moment of his birth.
Example Sentences for 王子 (6)
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从出生的那一刻起，王子的命运就已经被预先决定了。
cóng chū shēng de nà yī kè qǐ， ， wáng zǐ de mìng yùn jiù yǐ jīng bèi yù xiān jué dìng。
The Prince's destiny was predetermined from the moment of his birth.
Prince Edward threw the switch to light the illuminations.
4
大家都在推测王子会娶谁.
dà jiā dū zài tuī cè wáng zǐ huì qǔ shuí.
Speculation was rife as to whom the prince might marry.
5
王子潇洒威猛地驱车而行。
wáng zǐ xiāo sǎ wēi měng dì qū chē ér háng。
The Prince was driving with great fire and dash.
6
朱莉娅·塞缪尔是安德鲁王子的旧欢之一。
zhū lì yà· · sāi móu ěr shì ān dé lǔ wáng zǐ de jiù huān zhī。
Julia Samuel was one of Prince Andrew's old flames.
Cultural Notes for 王子
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of a prince often ties to traditional narratives about dynasties and their heirs, reflecting the importance of lineage and succession in history. Stories of princes are prevalent in folklore and modern media.
Frequently Asked Questions about 王子
'王子' can be used as follows: '他是王子，未来的国王' (He is a prince and the future king).
Yes, '王子' is used in both historical and modern contexts, including discussions about royal families in contemporary society.
The feminine form is '公主' (gōng zhǔ), which means 'princess'.
