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分量 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
分量fènliàng(vector) componentHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliàngquantityHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliàngweightHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliàngmeasureHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliang(vector) componentHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliangquantityHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliangweightHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
分量fènliangmeasureHSK 7, n, rank #12772, Hard
fènliàng(fen4liang4)
primary
 T1
  1. 1(vector) component
  2. 2quantity
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March 24, 2026
分量fènliàng(fen4liang4)

分量 (fènliàng) refers to the quantity, weight, or measure of something. It is commonly used in contexts related to cooking, nutrition, or when discussing the importance of factors in various situations, such as arguments or decisions, indicating how significant each component is.

Frequency#12772DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese cooking, the concept of 分量 is crucial, as precise measurements can greatly affect the outcome of a dish. This highlights the cultural emphasis on balance and harmony in food preparation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a chef carefully measuring ingredients for a recipe. The character 分 (fèn) looks like a man dividing ingredients, while 量 (liàng) resembles a balance scale. Together, they help you remember that 分量 is about weighing and measuring components.

Meanings of 分量

fènliàng(fen4liang4)
primary
1(vector) component
2quantity
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About 分量

分量Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#12772Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 分量

Quick Contrast

重量 (zhòngliàng) — use 分量 when discussing significance or importance in context, while 重量 focuses solely on physical weight.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a chef carefully measuring ingredients for a recipe. The character 分 (fèn) looks like a man dividing ingredients, while 量 (liàng) resembles a balance scale. Together, they help you remember that 分量 is about weighing and measuring components.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 分量 with 量 (liàng) alone, which means 'amount' without the nuance of 'weight' or 'importance.' This term is generally neutral but can be more formal when discussing serious topics.

HSK Study Tips

As a level 6 HSK word, 分量 connects to various other words related to measurement and significance. Focus on understanding its applications in both everyday and academic contexts, especially in discussions that involve analysis or comparison.

Cultural Note

In Chinese cooking, the concept of 分量 is crucial, as precise measurements can greatly affect the outcome of a dish. This highlights the cultural emphasis on balance and harmony in food preparation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 分量 when they mean 'amount' in a general sense, as in saying '这个食物的分量很多' (This food's weight is a lot) instead of '这个食物的量很多' (This food's amount is a lot). Remember to use 分量 when emphasizing weight or significance.

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Component Characters

分fēnto divide
HSK 14 strokes刀
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量liángto measure
HSK 412 strokes里
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Grammar Patterns of 分量

分量 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 4 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.

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这一图书奖项是世界上同类奖项中____最重的。

This book prize is the biggest of its kind in the world.

Example Sentences for 分量 (8)

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这一图书奖项是世界上同类奖项中分量最重的。

zhè yī tú shū jiǎng xiàng shì shì jiè shàng tóng lèi jiǎng xiàng zhōng fēn liáng zuì zhòng de。

This book prize is the biggest of its kind in the world.
2
这本书的分量可不轻.

zhè běn shū de fēn liáng kě bù qīng.

This book is quite heavy.
3
她的连衣裙是蓝丝绸的，分量很轻，领口开得非常漂亮。

tā de lián yī qún shì lán sī chóu de， ， fēn liáng hěn， qīng ， lǐng kǒu kāi dé fēi cháng。

Her dress was of blue silk, quite light, and becomingly open at the neck.
4
下角标Z和E分别表示纬向分量和旋涡分量.

xià jiǎo biāoZ ZE hé E fēn bié biǎo shì wěi xiàng fēn liáng hé xuán wō.

Subscripts Z and E are for zonal and eddy components respectively.
5
跟着分量越来越重了,他就再放出一点钓索.

gēn zháo fēn liáng yuè lái yuè zhòng le, , tā jiù zài fàng chū yī diǎn diào.

Then the weight increased and he gave more line.
6
如果所讨论的质量是一摆锤, 则重要的是F的水平分量.

rú guǒ suǒ tǎo lùn de zhì liáng shì yī bǎi chuí, , zé zhòng yào deF shì F de shuǐ píng.

If the mass in question is a plumb bob, the horizontal component of F is important.
7
可见,所有这些小来小去的一撇一点都给我们增加了广度、分量和深度.

kě jiàn, , suǒ yǒu zhè xiē xiǎo lái xiǎo qù de yī piē yī diǎn dū gěi wǒ mén zēng jiā le guǎng、 dù 、 fēn liáng hé.

Thus all these tiny scratches give us breadth and heft and depth.
8
使用说明: 撕开包装, 掰下所需分量并吃掉.

shǐ yòng shuō míng: : sī kāi bāo, zhuāng , bāi xià suǒ xū fēn liáng bìng.

Directions for use: tear open wrapper , break off desired dosage and consume.

Cultural Notes for 分量

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese cooking, the concept of 分量 is crucial, as precise measurements can greatly affect the outcome of a dish. This highlights the cultural emphasis on balance and harmony in food preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions about 分量

分量 specifically refers to the weight or significance of something, while 量 simply means 'amount'.