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March 24, 2026
传授(傳授)chuánshòu(chuan2shou4)
传授 (chuan2 shou4) means to impart knowledge or skills to others. It is commonly used in educational contexts where a teacher passes on information to students, often emphasizing the act of sharing wisdom or expertise across generations.
Frequency#14058DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 传授 is highly respected, often associated with Confucian values where knowledge and moral teachings are passed down from elders to the younger generation, emphasizing the importance of education.
Memory Tip
Think of 传 (chuan) as a 'bridge' connecting '传' (to pass) and '授' (to give). Imagine a teacher on a bridge, imparting wisdom to eager students on the other side, symbolizing the flow of knowledge.
Meanings of 传授
chuánshòu(chuan2shou4)
1to impart
2to pass on
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About 传授
传授Simplified
傳授Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#14058Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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教授 (jiàoshòu) vs 传授 (chuánshòu): 选择教授时强调教师的身份和职务，而传授更关注知识或技能的传递过程。
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 传 (chuan) as a 'bridge' connecting '传' (to pass) and '授' (to give). Imagine a teacher on a bridge, imparting wisdom to eager students on the other side, symbolizing the flow of knowledge.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in formal contexts, especially in education or mentorship. Be careful not to confuse it with similar verbs that imply casual sharing, like 教 (jiao) which is more about direct teaching. Common collocations include 传授知识 (impart knowledge) and 传授技能 (pass on skills).
HSK Study Tips
As a level 6 word, 传授 connects with other HSK 6 terms related to education and knowledge transfer, such as 教授 (professor) and 学习 (to learn). Focus on using it in sentences that describe teaching situations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 传授 is highly respected, often associated with Confucian values where knowledge and moral teachings are passed down from elders to the younger generation, emphasizing the importance of education.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 传授 with 教, using it interchangeably. For instance, saying '我教知识' (I teach knowledge) is incorrect; it should be '我传授知识' to convey the formal aspect of knowledge sharing.
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Cultural Notes for 传授
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the act of 传授 is highly respected, often associated with Confucian values where knowledge and moral teachings are passed down from elders to the younger generation, emphasizing the importance of education.
Frequently Asked Questions about 传授
传授 emphasizes the formal act of imparting knowledge, often from a teacher to a student, whereas 教 is more general and can refer to teaching in any context.
It is typically used in formal or educational contexts; using it in casual settings may sound overly serious.
It is often associated with academic subjects, skills training, and traditional arts or crafts.
