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后勤 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
后勤hòuqínlogisticsHSK 7, n, rank #16619, Hard
hòuqín(hou4qin2) T4
  1. 1logistics
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March 24, 2026
后勤(後勤)hòuqín(hou4qin2)

后勤 refers to logistics, specifically the planning and coordination of resources and services necessary for the support of operations, particularly in military, business, or organizational contexts. It encompasses the management of materials, personnel, and facilities to ensure smooth functioning and efficiency.

Frequency#16619DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, efficient logistics is critical, especially given the vastness of the country and its rapid economic development. Understanding 后勤 is essential for businesses and government operations to ensure success in various sectors.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'backward' (后, hou4) train ('勤', qin2) that carries all the supplies needed for a big event. The train isn't in the front where the action is; instead, it quietly ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, just like logistics does.

Meanings of 后勤

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About 后勤

后勤Simplified
後勤Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#16619Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 后勤

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'backward' (后, hou4) train ('勤', qin2) that carries all the supplies needed for a big event. The train isn't in the front where the action is; instead, it quietly ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, just like logistics does.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 后勤 with other terms related to supply or resources, as they may have different contexts. This term is often used in formal settings, such as in business or military discussions. Common collocations include '后勤管理' (logistics management) and '后勤支持' (logistical support).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 后勤 connects well with other terms related to management, such as 管理 (management) and 资源 (resources). Students should focus on how it fits into discussions about operations and resource allocation.

Cultural Note

In China, efficient logistics is critical, especially given the vastness of the country and its rapid economic development. Understanding 后勤 is essential for businesses and government operations to ensure success in various sectors.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 后勤 with 供应 (supply), leading to incorrect translations. For example, saying '我们需要后勤' when meaning 'We need supplies' should be corrected to '我们需要供应'.

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Component Characters

后hòuempress
HSK 16 strokes口
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勤qíndiligent
13 strokes力
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Cultural Notes for 后勤

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In China, efficient logistics is critical, especially given the vastness of the country and its rapid economic development. Understanding 后勤 is essential for businesses and government operations to ensure success in various sectors.

Frequently Asked Questions about 后勤

后勤 emphasizes the support and management aspects of logistics, often in a military or organizational context, while 物流 generally refers to the broader concept of logistics, including transportation and distribution.