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贯穿 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
贯穿guànchuānto run throughHSK 7, unknown, rank #14280, Hard
贯穿guànchuāna connecting thread from beginning to endHSK 7, unknown, rank #14280, Hard
贯穿guànchuānto linkHSK 7, unknown, rank #14280, Hard
guànchuān(guan4chuan1) T4
  1. 1to run through
  2. 2a connecting thread from beginning to end
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March 24, 2026
贯穿(貫穿)guànchuān(guan4chuan1)

贯穿 (guan4 chuan1) means to run through or to penetrate something completely, often signifying a continuous connection from beginning to end. It can refer to physical objects, concepts, or themes, commonly used in discussions about narratives, ideas, or processes that are interconnected.

Frequency#14280DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese literature, the concept of 贯穿 is significant as many stories have themes that run throughout, reflecting the importance of interconnectedness in Chinese philosophy and storytelling.

Memory Tip

Imagine a thread (贯) running through a tunnel (穿) that connects two sides. The '贯' looks like a flowing path, while '穿' can be visualized as a tunnel one passes through, linking both ends.

Meanings of 贯穿

guànchuān(guan4chuan1)
1to run through
2a connecting thread from beginning to end
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About 贯穿

贯穿Simplified
貫穿Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 贯穿

Quick Contrast

贯穿 (guànchuān) vs 穿透 (chuāntòu) — use 贯穿 for continuous or thematic connections, while 穿透 emphasizes physical penetration.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a thread (贯) running through a tunnel (穿) that connects two sides. The '贯' looks like a flowing path, while '穿' can be visualized as a tunnel one passes through, linking both ends.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 贯穿 with similar terms like 连接 (liánjiē), which means 'to connect' but lacks the implication of continuity. This term is often used in formal contexts, particularly in literature or discussions involving comprehensive analysis.

HSK Study Tips

While 贯穿 is not a specific HSK level word, it relates to Level 5 vocabulary and beyond, where students learn more complex phrases. Focus on understanding its usage in academic and narrative contexts to enhance your fluency.

Cultural Note

In Chinese literature, the concept of 贯穿 is significant as many stories have themes that run throughout, reflecting the importance of interconnectedness in Chinese philosophy and storytelling.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 贯穿 with 贯通 (guan4 tong1), which means 'to penetrate or connect through.' For example, saying '这个概念贯通所有章节' is incorrect; it should be '这个概念贯穿所有章节' to convey continuity.

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Component Characters

贯guànto pierce through
8 strokes贝
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穿chuānto bore through
HSK 19 strokes穴
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Cultural Notes for 贯穿

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In Chinese literature, the concept of 贯穿 is significant as many stories have themes that run throughout, reflecting the importance of interconnectedness in Chinese philosophy and storytelling.

Frequently Asked Questions about 贯穿

An example would be: '这本书的主题贯穿始终,' meaning 'The theme of this book runs through from beginning to end.'