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March 24, 2026
组成(組成)zǔchéng(zu3cheng2)
组成 (zǔ chéng) means 'to form' or 'to constitute.' It is commonly used to describe the components that make up a whole, whether in physical structures, groups, or abstract concepts like ideas and organizations. For example, you might say that a team is composed of various members with different skills.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 组成 is significant in fields like traditional medicine and philosophy, where different elements are believed to harmonize to create balance. For instance, the composition of herbs in traditional Chinese medicine is crucial for achieving desired health effects.
Memory Tip
Imagine a puzzle (组成) where each piece (组成的部分) fits together to create a complete picture. The word '组' (zǔ) resembles a puzzle piece being assembled, while '成' (chéng) sounds like 'change,' indicating the transformation from separate pieces into a whole.
Meanings of 组成
zǔchéng(zu3cheng2)
1to form
2to make up
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About 组成
组成Simplified
組成Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4138Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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构成 (gòu chéng) — use 组成 (zǔ chéng) when emphasizing the act of forming or assembling parts, whereas 构成 (gòu chéng) often implies a more structural or formal arrangement.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a puzzle (组成) where each piece (组成的部分) fits together to create a complete picture. The word '组' (zǔ) resembles a puzzle piece being assembled, while '成' (chéng) sounds like 'change,' indicating the transformation from separate pieces into a whole.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 组成 with 组成部分, which specifically refers to 'component parts.' This term is more formal and often used in academic or professional settings. Common collocations include 组成一个团队 (to form a team) or 组成一个系统 (to constitute a system).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 组成 connects with other vocabulary related to organization and structure, such as 组织 (zǔ zhī - to organize). Focus on how it can be used in both formal and informal contexts, and practice forming sentences that describe compositions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 组成 is significant in fields like traditional medicine and philosophy, where different elements are believed to harmonize to create balance. For instance, the composition of herbs in traditional Chinese medicine is crucial for achieving desired health effects.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 组成 when they mean to say 'to create' instead of 'to form.' For example, saying '我组成一个项目' (I form a project) should be corrected to '我创建一个项目' (I create a project).
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Grammar Patterns of 组成
组成 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 3 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.
Mere facts, badlly stated, do not compose a good book.
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12个系组成了这所大学.
12 12 gè xì zǔ chéng le zhè suǒ dà.
Twelve departments comprise this university.
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直到近来我们才发现,它们其实是众多独立的礁石, 大约有2900个独立的礁石系,组成了大堡礁.
zhí dào jìn lái wǒ mén cái fā xiàn, , tā mén qí shí shì zhòng duō dú lì de jiāo, shí , dà2900 yuē yǒu 2900 gè dú lì de, jiāo shí xì , zǔ chéng.
It's only been latterly that we've discovered that it's lots of individual reefs, around about 2,900 separate reef systems which make
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伦敦由三十二个行政区组成.
lún dūn yóu sān shí èr gè háng zhèng qū zǔ chéng.
London is made up of 32 boroughs.
Cultural Notes for 组成
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 组成 is significant in fields like traditional medicine and philosophy, where different elements are believed to harmonize to create balance. For instance, the composition of herbs in traditional Chinese medicine is crucial for achieving desired health effects.
Frequently Asked Questions about 组成
Yes, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the context to ensure clarity.
Not exactly; 形成 (xíng chéng) emphasizes the process of formation, while 组成 focuses on the components that make up a whole.
Common phrases include 组成部分 (component part) and 组成一个团队 (to form a team).
