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庄稼 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
庄稼zhuāngjiafarm cropHSK 6, n, rank #11746, Hard
庄稼zhuāngjia>种[zhǒng]HSK 6, n, rank #11746, Hard
zhuāngjia(zhuang1jia5) T1
  1. 1farm crop
  2. 2>种[zhǒng]
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March 24, 2026
庄稼(莊稼)zhuāngjia(zhuang1jia5)

庄稼 refers to cultivated crops or farm produce, primarily in an agricultural context. It encompasses a variety of crops grown for consumption or sale, and is often used in discussions about farming practices and rural life in China.

Frequency#11746DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 庄稼 is deeply tied to agrarian traditions, where farming is not just an occupation but a way of life. Festivals celebrating harvests often highlight the importance of these crops in local economies and cultural practices.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'zhuang' (庄) house on a 'jia' (稼) farm, where all the crops are neatly lined up. Picture the crops growing tall and healthy, representing prosperity in farming. The pronunciation 'zhuang' sounds like 'strong', reminding you that strong crops are vital for sustenance.

Meanings of 庄稼

zhuāngjia(zhuang1jia5)
1farm crop
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About 庄稼

庄稼Simplified
莊稼Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#11746Frequency Rank
种Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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农作物 (nóngzuòwù) — use 庄稼 for a broader, more general context of crops, while 农作物 is more specific to agricultural products.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'zhuang' (庄) house on a 'jia' (稼) farm, where all the crops are neatly lined up. Picture the crops growing tall and healthy, representing prosperity in farming. The pronunciation 'zhuang' sounds like 'strong', reminding you that strong crops are vital for sustenance.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 庄稼 with other agricultural terms like 农作物 (nóngzuòwù), which refers more generally to agricultural products. This word is more informal and commonly used in everyday conversations about farming. Remember to use the correct tones: zhuang1 for 庄 and jia5 for 稼.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 庄稼 connects with other agricultural vocabulary, enhancing your understanding of rural Chinese life. Focus on the contexts in which this term appears, particularly in discussions about farming and sustainability.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 庄稼 is deeply tied to agrarian traditions, where farming is not just an occupation but a way of life. Festivals celebrating harvests often highlight the importance of these crops in local economies and cultural practices.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 庄稼, confusing the tones. For example, saying zhuang4 jia5 instead of zhuang1 jia5 changes the meaning. Additionally, some might mistakenly use it in a business context rather than a farming context.

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Component Characters

庄zhuāngfarmstead
HSK 76 strokes广
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稼jiàto sow grain
HSK 715 strokes禾
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Grammar Patterns of 庄稼

庄稼 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 2 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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他的____无法卖个好价钱。

He can't get a good price for his crops.

Example Sentences for 庄稼 (10)

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他的庄稼无法卖个好价钱。

tā de zhuāng jià wú fǎ mài gè hǎo jià qián。

He can't get a good price for his crops.
2
任由鹿糟蹋会很容易把庄稼都毁了。

rèn yóu lù zāo tà huì hěn róng yì bǎ zhuāng jià dū huǐ le。

Crops can be all too easily decimated by unchecked depredations by deer.
3
把没种庄稼和植物的土地都深翻一遍。

bǎ méi zhǒng zhuāng jià hé zhí wù de tǔ dì dū shēn fān yī biàn。

Dig over any ground that is clear of crops and plants.
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相反, 他们一路东撤, 沿途焚毁庄稼和民居.

xiāng fǎn, , tā mén yī lù dōng, chè , yán tú fén huǐ zhuāng jià hé.

Instead, they retreated eastward, burning their crops and homes as they went.
5
庄稼叫大水冲走了.

zhuāng jià jiào dà shuǐ chōng zǒu le.

The crops were washed away by the flood.
6
足够大的间距能使树木和庄稼长得更茁壮。

zú gòu dà de jiān jù néng shǐ shù mù hé zhuāng jià cháng dé gēng zhuó zhuàng。

Generous spacing gives healthier trees and better crops.
7
一阵微风吹过，山谷里的庄稼便随风起伏。

yī zhèn wēi fēng chuī guò， ， shān gǔ lǐ de zhuāng jià biàn suí fēng qǐ。

A slight wind rippled the crops in the valley.
8
当所有的庄稼都安全入仓后, 农民们便可以休息了.

dāng suǒ yǒu de zhuāng jià dū ān quán rù cāng hòu, , nóng mín mén biàn kě yǐ xiū xī.

When all the crops are safely gathered in, the farmers can rest.
9
犀牛夜里在这些村民的庄稼地里也已吃饱了.

xī niú yè lǐ zài zhè xiē cūn mín de zhuāng jià dì lǐ yě yǐ chī bǎo le.

The rhinos had fed during the night in the rice fields of these villagers.
10
庄稼长得真棒.

zhuāng jià cháng dé zhēn bàng.

The crops are excellent.

Cultural Notes for 庄稼

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 庄稼 is deeply tied to agrarian traditions, where farming is not just an occupation but a way of life. Festivals celebrating harvests often highlight the importance of these crops in local economies and cultural practices.

Frequently Asked Questions about 庄稼

庄稼 specifically refers to the crops that are cultivated, while 农作物 is a broader term that includes any agricultural products, including crops, fruits, and vegetables.