郡县制 (jùnxiànzhì) refers to the administrative system in ancient China that divided the territory into districts (郡) and counties (县). This system was crucial for governance and local administration, establishing a framework that influenced modern Chinese administrative divisions.
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May 27, 2026
郡县制jùnxiànzhì(jun4xian4zhi4)
郡县制 (jùnxiànzhì) refers to the administrative system in ancient China that divided the territory into districts (郡) and counties (县). This system was crucial for governance and local administration, establishing a framework that influenced modern Chinese administrative divisions.
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Cultural Note
The 郡县制 was established during the Qin Dynasty and was a revolutionary step towards centralized governance, shaping the administrative landscape of China that persists in various forms today.
Memory Tip
Imagine a vast land divided like a quilt, with each patch representing a county (县) under the watchful eye of a larger district (郡). The pronunciation 'jùnxiànzhì' can be remembered as 'Jun's (郡) county (县) system (制),' where Jun is your friend who oversees the organization of this quilt.
About 郡县制
郡县制Simplified
24Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a vast land divided like a quilt, with each patch representing a county (县) under the watchful eye of a larger district (郡). The pronunciation 'jùnxiànzhì' can be remembered as 'Jun's (郡) county (县) system (制),' where Jun is your friend who oversees the organization of this quilt.
Usage Notes
When using 郡县制, it is important to note that it typically refers to historical contexts or discussions about administrative evolution in China. Avoid using this term in casual conversations unless discussing history or politics, as it may sound overly formal.
HSK Study Tips
As a level 6 learner, focus on understanding the historical significance and implications of 郡县制 in the context of Chinese governance. Relate this term to other administrative terms you have learned, such as 政府 (zhèngfǔ - government) and 省 (shěng - province).
Cultural Note
The 郡县制 was established during the Qin Dynasty and was a revolutionary step towards centralized governance, shaping the administrative landscape of China that persists in various forms today.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 郡县制 with other administrative systems, like 省制 (shěngzhì - provincial system). Remember, 郡县制 specifically refers to the division into districts and counties, not just provinces.
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The 郡县制 was established during the Qin Dynasty and was a revolutionary step towards centralized governance, shaping the administrative landscape of China that persists in various forms today.
Frequently Asked Questions about 郡县制
It literally translates to 'district and county system'.
While the specific term is historical, the concepts of districts and counties continue to be fundamental to China's administrative structure.
It represents the shift towards a centralized administrative system, which helped to unify and manage the vast territories of ancient China.
