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March 24, 2026
雷达(雷達)léidá(lei2da2)
雷达 (léidá) refers to 'radar,' a technology used to detect objects and measure their distance by reflecting radio waves. This term is commonly used in military, aviation, and meteorological contexts, where radar plays a crucial role in navigation and tracking.
Frequency#5417DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, radar technology is significant in national defense and transportation, reflecting the country’s advancements in military technology and infrastructure management. Understanding 雷达 can provide insight into contemporary discussions about technology in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a lightning bolt (雷, léi) striking a radar dish (达, dá) that sends out waves. The sound of '雷' (léi) rhymes with 'lay,' suggesting it lies down waves, while '达' (dá) hints at reaching or achieving, like the radar reaching out to detect objects.
Meanings of 雷达
léidá(lei2da2)
1radar (loanword)
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About 雷达
雷达Simplified
雷達Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#5417Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 雷达
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a lightning bolt (雷, léi) striking a radar dish (达, dá) that sends out waves. The sound of '雷' (léi) rhymes with 'lay,' suggesting it lies down waves, while '达' (dá) hints at reaching or achieving, like the radar reaching out to detect objects.
Usage Notes
雷达 is primarily used in technical or formal contexts, so it may not be commonly encountered in everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the second tone (da2) should be clear and not confused with other tones.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 雷达 connects well with other technical vocabulary related to science and technology. Focus on understanding its usage in specific fields, and practice using it in sentences that involve description of technology.
Cultural Note
In China, radar technology is significant in national defense and transportation, reflecting the country’s advancements in military technology and infrastructure management. Understanding 雷达 can provide insight into contemporary discussions about technology in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 雷 (léi) with the similar sounding words. For example, using 'lèi' instead of 'léi' changes the meaning. Always remember the correct tones: 雷 (léi) means 'thunder' and 达 (dá) means 'to reach.'
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Grammar Patterns of 雷达
雷达 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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这是肉眼胜过____的又一事例。
It was yet another case where the human eye outperformed radar.
Example Sentences for 雷达 (5)
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这是肉眼胜过雷达的又一事例。
zhè shì ròu yǎn shèng guò léi dá de yòu yī shì lì。
It was yet another case where the human eye outperformed radar.
2
尽管能见度极差,飞机由雷达导航返航了.
jìn guǎn néng jiàn dù jí chà, , fēi jī yóu léi dá dǎo háng fǎn háng.
The pilot homed in by means of radar, despite the poor visibility.
The ship, with the help of radar, sailed in thick fog.
4
被雷达锁住5秒后, 我们被击落了.
bèi léi dá suǒ zhù5 5 miǎo, hòu , wǒ mén bèi jī.
Five seconds after it locked on, we were down.
5
雷达波几乎可以同时追着多个目标.
léi dá bō jī hū kě yǐ tóng shí zhuī zháo duō gè mù biāo.
The radar beam can track a number of targets almost simultaneously.
Cultural Notes for 雷达
🏮Cultural insight
In China, radar technology is significant in national defense and transportation, reflecting the country’s advancements in military technology and infrastructure management. Understanding 雷达 can provide insight into contemporary discussions about technology in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 雷达
It is pronounced as 'léidá', with the first syllable in the second tone and the second syllable in the second tone.
No, 雷达 is mainly used in formal or technical discussions, particularly in fields like aviation or military.
雷达 is a loanword and is used specifically for 'radar,' so there are no direct synonyms, but related terms may exist in specific contexts.
