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武装 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
武装wǔzhuāngarmsHSK 7, n, rank #3722, Hard
武装wǔzhuāngequipmentHSK 7, n, rank #3722, Hard
武装wǔzhuāngto armHSK 7, n, rank #3722, Hard
武装wǔzhuāngmilitaryHSK 7, n, rank #3722, Hard
武装wǔzhuāngarmed (forces)HSK 7, n, rank #3722, Hard
wǔzhuāng(wu3zhuang1) T3
  1. 1arms
  2. 2equipment
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March 24, 2026
武装(武裝)wǔzhuāng(wu3zhuang1)

武装 (wǔzhuāng) refers to military equipment or arms used by armed forces. It can denote both the act of arming oneself or a group and the military forces themselves, especially in contexts related to defense or conflict.

Frequency#3722DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 武装 is significant due to historical events such as the Opium Wars and the rise of modern military forces. It reflects the importance of national defense and the country's military history.

Memory Tip

Imagine a soldier wearing a suit of armor (武) that is equipped with weapons (装). The character 武 looks like a warrior with arms raised, while 装 suggests equipping or dressing up. Think of 'wu' as a warrior's call to arms, making it easier to remember.

Meanings of 武装

wǔzhuāng(wu3zhuang1)
1arms
2equipment
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About 武装

武装Simplified
武裝Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3722Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 武装

Quick Contrast

武器 (wǔqì) refers specifically to weapons, while 武装 (wǔzhuāng) encompasses a broader concept including military forces and the act of arming.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a soldier wearing a suit of armor (武) that is equipped with weapons (装). The character 武 looks like a warrior with arms raised, while 装 suggests equipping or dressing up. Think of 'wu' as a warrior's call to arms, making it easier to remember.

Usage Notes

This term is generally used in formal contexts relating to the military. A common mistake is confusing 武装 with just 'arms'; it encompasses broader meanings including military organization and preparedness. Be careful with tone; using the wrong tone can change meanings.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 武装 connects with other military-related vocabulary like 军队 (jūnduì, army) and 武器 (wǔqì, weapon). Focus on how it relates to discussions of military strategy and defense in Chinese language studies.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 武装 is significant due to historical events such as the Opium Wars and the rise of modern military forces. It reflects the importance of national defense and the country's military history.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 武装 only to refer to 'arms' instead of its broader implications. For example, saying "我有武装" (I have arms) is incorrect; it should be used in a context like "这支军队武装很强" (This army is well-armed).

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Component Characters

武Wǔmartial
8 strokes止
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装zhuāngadornment
HSK 412 strokes衣
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Grammar Patterns of 武装

武装 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 5 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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到处都是____分子，视人命如草芥。

There were armed people about, people with little regard for human life.

Example Sentences for 武装 (10)

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到处都是武装分子，视人命如草芥。

dào chǔ dū shì wǔ zhuāng fēn zǐ， ， shì rén mìng rú cǎo。

There were armed people about, people with little regard for human life.
2
这支武装部队已发动进攻要夺回失去的阵地。

zhè zhī wǔ zhuāng bù duì yǐ fā dòng jìn gōng yào duó huí shī qù de zhèn dì。

The armed forces have launched offensives to recapture lost ground.
3
目前局势动荡不定，有武装士兵在街道上警戒。

mù qián jú shì dòng dàng bù dìng， ， yǒu wǔ zhuāng shì bīng zài jiē dào shàng jǐng。

Armed soldiers guard the streets in this volatile atmosphere.
4
1,000多人被武装部队杀死。

1,000 1,000 duō rén bèi wǔ zhuāng bù duì shā。

More than 1,000 people have been killed by the armed forces.
5
叛军不太可能会同意解散武装。

pàn jūn bù tài kě néng huì tóng yì jiě sàn wǔ zhuāng。

It is unlikely that the rebels will agree to demobilise.
6
他讲述了自己是怎样被全副武装的士兵从总统官邸里赶出来的。

tā jiǎng shù le zì jǐ shì zěn yàng bèi quán fù wǔ zhuāng de shì bīng cóng zǒng tǒng guān dǐ lǐ gǎn chū lái de。

He recounted how heavily armed soldiers forced him from the presidential palace.
7
双方的武装力量都有密集动作。

shuāng fāng de wǔ zhuāng lì liáng dū yǒu mì jí dòng zuò。

The military on both sides are involved in intense activity.
8
他们用矛和其他作战工具武装自己。

tā mén yòng máo hé qí tā zuò zhàn gōng jù wǔ zhuāng zì jǐ。

They were armed with spears and other warlike implements.
9
停火协议的执行很大程度取决于各方武装力量的意愿。

tíng huǒ xié yì de zhí háng hěn dà chéng dù qǔ jué yú gè fāng wǔ zhuāng lì liáng de yì yuàn。

The ceasefire leaves a lot to the goodwill of the forces involved.
10
所有这些都让人们对武装力量产生了相当深的怨恨。

suǒ yǒu zhè xiē dū ràng rén mén duì wǔ zhuāng lì liáng chǎn shēng le xiāng dāng shēn de yuàn hèn。

All this has created considerable ill-will towards the armed forces.

Cultural Notes for 武装

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 武装 is significant due to historical events such as the Opium Wars and the rise of modern military forces. It reflects the importance of national defense and the country's military history.

Frequently Asked Questions about 武装

While primarily military, 武装 can describe any form of arming or equipping, such as in self-defense scenarios.