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March 24, 2026
运算(運算)yùnsuàn(yun4suan4)
运算 (yùn suàn) refers to mathematical operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It is commonly used in both academic and practical contexts, including mathematics, computer science, and engineering. The term emphasizes the process of calculation or computation involved in these operations.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.
Memory Tip
Think of 运 (yùn) as 'to transport' and 算 (suàn) as 'to calculate.' Imagine a truck transporting numbers to a calculation station where operations happen. The truck moves (运) and does the math (算), helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 运算
yùnsuàn(yun4suan4)
1(mathematical) operation
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About 运算
运算Simplified
運算Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 运算
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计算 (jìsuàn) vs 运算 (yùnsuàn): use 计算 for general calculation or computing tasks, while 运算 specifically refers to mathematical operations.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 运 (yùn) as 'to transport' and 算 (suàn) as 'to calculate.' Imagine a truck transporting numbers to a calculation station where operations happen. The truck moves (运) and does the math (算), helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 运算 with 运气 (yùn qì), which means luck; they share the same first character but have very different meanings. 运算 is typically used in formal contexts, especially in education and professional fields, so it's best to use it in appropriate settings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 运算 connects to other terms related to mathematics and logic, such as 数学 (shùxué, mathematics) and 公式 (gōngshì, formula). Focus on the application of this term in complex problem-solving scenarios to enhance your mathematical vocabulary in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 运算 in informal contexts where simpler terms like 计算 (jìsuàn) would suffice. For example, saying '我在做运算' (wǒ zài zuò yùn suàn) instead of '我在计算' (wǒ zài jìsuàn) when talking about doing math casually.
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Grammar Patterns of 运算
运算 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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7岁的孩子中1/4以上都不会正确地做加法____。
More than a quarter of seven year-olds cannot add up properly.
Example Sentences for 运算 (9)
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7岁的孩子中1/4以上都不会正确地做加法运算。
7 7 suì de hái zǐ1/4 zhōng 1/4 yǐ shàng dū bù huì zhèng què dì zuò jiā fǎ。
More than a quarter of seven year-olds cannot add up properly.
It was capable of performing thousands of operations per second.
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计算机重复着一组运算。
jì suàn jī zhòng fù zháo yī zǔ yùn suàn。
The computer repeats a set of calculations.
Cultural Notes for 运算
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese education, mathematics is highly emphasized, and understanding 运算 is crucial for students. The term is frequently encountered in classrooms, textbooks, and exams, reflecting the importance placed on mathematical proficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions about 运算
It is pronounced as yùn suàn, with both syllables in the fourth tone.
Yes, although it's more common in academic or technical discussions, you might hear it in contexts involving calculations or technology.
You might encounter 计算 (jìsuàn), which means 'calculation,' in similar contexts.
