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运算yùnsuàn(mathematical) operationHSK 7, vn, rank #15386, Hard
yùnsuàn(yun4suan4) T4
  1. 1(mathematical) operation
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March 24, 2026
运算(運算)yùnsuàn(yun4suan4)

运算 (yùn suàn) refers to mathematical operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It is commonly used in both academic and practical contexts, including mathematics, computer science, and engineering. The term emphasizes the process of calculation or computation involved in these operations.

Frequency#15386DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.

Memory Tip

Think of 运 (yùn) as 'to transport' and 算 (suàn) as 'to calculate.' Imagine a truck transporting numbers to a calculation station where operations happen. The truck moves (运) and does the math (算), helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.

Meanings of 运算

yùnsuàn(yun4suan4)
1(mathematical) operation
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About 运算

运算Simplified
運算Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#15386Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 运算

Quick Contrast

计算 (jìsuàn) vs 运算 (yùnsuàn): use 计算 for general calculation or computing tasks, while 运算 specifically refers to mathematical operations.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 运 (yùn) as 'to transport' and 算 (suàn) as 'to calculate.' Imagine a truck transporting numbers to a calculation station where operations happen. The truck moves (运) and does the math (算), helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 运算 with 运气 (yùn qì), which means luck; they share the same first character but have very different meanings. 运算 is typically used in formal contexts, especially in education and professional fields, so it's best to use it in appropriate settings.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 运算 connects to other terms related to mathematics and logic, such as 数学 (shùxué, mathematics) and 公式 (gōngshì, formula). Focus on the application of this term in complex problem-solving scenarios to enhance your mathematical vocabulary in Chinese.

Cultural Note

In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 运算 in informal contexts where simpler terms like 计算 (jìsuàn) would suffice. For example, saying '我在做运算' (wǒ zài zuò yùn suàn) instead of '我在计算' (wǒ zài jìsuàn) when talking about doing math casually.

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Component Characters

yùnto move
HSK 57 strokes
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suànto regard as
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Grammar Patterns of 运算

运算 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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7岁的孩子中1/4以上都不会正确地做加法____。

More than a quarter of seven year-olds cannot add up properly.

Example Sentences for 运算 (9)

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7岁的孩子中1/4以上都不会正确地做加法运算。

7 7 suì de hái zǐ1/4 zhōng 1/4 yǐ shàng dū bù huì zhèng què dì zuò jiā fǎ。

More than a quarter of seven year-olds cannot add up properly.
2
我们对求职者的要求是具备运算能力,熟练使用电脑,精力充沛而且工作积极主动。

wǒ mén duì qiú zhí zhě de yào qiú shì jù bèi yùn suàn néng lì, , shú liàn shǐ yòng diàn, nǎo , jīng lì chōng pèi ér qiě gōng zuò jī jí。

We look for applicants who are numerate, computer-literate and energetic self-starters.
3
任何善于运算的人都可以成为占星家。

rèn hé shàn yú yùn suàn de rén dū kě yǐ chéng wéi zhān xīng jiā。

Anyone can be an astrologer as long as they are mathematically minded.
4
下面有必要先离题来确定和说明一些重要的矢量运算.

xià miàn yǒu bì yào xiān lí tí lái què dìng hé shuō míng yī xiē zhòng yào de shǐ liáng yùn suàn.

The following paragraphs are a necessary digression to define and illustrate several important vector operations.
5
只有计算机运算专家才能看懂这份报告.

zhī yǒu jì suàn jī yùn suàn zhuān jiā cái néng kàn dǒng zhè fèn bào gào.

This report would be intelligible only to an expert in computing.
6
会有对加、减、乘、除运算的简单测试。

huì yǒu duì jiā、 、、 jiǎn、 、 chéng 、 chú yùn suàn de jiǎn。

There will be simple tests in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
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加 、 减 、 乘 、 除都是二元运算.

jiā、 、、 jiǎn、 、 chéng 、 chú dū shì èr.

Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are binary operations.
8
它能够每秒执行数千次运算.

tā néng gòu měi miǎo zhí háng shù qiān cì yùn suàn.

It was capable of performing thousands of operations per second.
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计算机重复着一组运算。

jì suàn jī zhòng fù zháo yī zǔ yùn suàn。

The computer repeats a set of calculations.

Cultural Notes for 运算

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions about 运算

It is pronounced as yùn suàn, with both syllables in the fourth tone.