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骨气 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
骨气gǔqìunyielding characterHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #14975, Very Hard
骨气gǔqìcourageous spiritHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #14975, Very Hard
骨气gǔqìintegrityHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #14975, Very Hard
骨气gǔqìmoral backboneHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #14975, Very Hard
gǔqì(gu3qi4) T3
  1. 1unyielding character
  2. 2courageous spirit
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March 24, 2026

骨气(骨氣)gǔqì(gu3qi4)

骨气 (gǔqì) refers to a person's strong character and moral integrity, often in the face of adversity. It embodies the idea of having a courageous spirit and the ability to stand firm on one's principles, especially in challenging situations.

Strokes13Frequency#14975DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 骨气 is highly valued, especially in the context of facing challenges with integrity, reminiscent of historical figures who fought for their beliefs regardless of consequences.

Memory Tip

Imagine a strong skeleton ('骨') standing upright, with '气' representing the spirit or energy that fuels it. Just as bones provide structure and support, having 骨气 means having a strong moral backbone that supports your values.

Meanings of 骨气

gǔqì(gu3qi4)
1unyielding character
2courageous spirit
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About 骨气

骨气Simplified
骨氣Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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志气 (zhìqì) - 骨气 emphasizes moral integrity and character in adversity, while 志气 focuses on ambition and determination towards goals.

Usage Notes

This term is often used in a positive context to praise someone's integrity. Be careful not to confuse it with terms that imply stubbornness; 骨气 implies principled strength rather than mere obstinacy.

HSK Study Tips

While 骨气 is not officially part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this term can enhance your comprehension of discussions about personal values and integrity, which are common themes in HSK levels. Focus on using it in sentences that express admiration for someone's character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 骨气 with stubbornness, using it in contexts that imply inflexibility. Instead, remember that 骨气 celebrates moral strength rather than mere obstinacy; for instance, saying '他太有骨气了' should imply admiration, not criticism.

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Component Characters

骨gǔbone
HSK 79 strokes骨
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气qìgas
HSK 44 strokes气
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How to say unyielding character in Chinese

“unyielding character” in Chinese is骨气gǔqì

骨气 (gǔqì) refers to a person's strong character and moral integrity, often in the face of adversity. It embodies the idea of having a courageous spirit and the ability to stand firm on one's principles, especially in challenging situations.

When to use 骨气

This term is often used in a positive context to praise someone's integrity. Be careful not to confuse it with terms that imply stubbornness; 骨气 implies principled strength rather than mere obstinacy.

骨气 or something close to it

志气 (zhìqì) - 骨气 emphasizes moral integrity and character in adversity, while 志气 focuses on ambition and determination towards goals.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 骨气 with stubbornness, using it in contexts that imply inflexibility. Instead, remember that 骨气 celebrates moral strength rather than mere obstinacy; for instance, saying '他太有骨气了' should imply admiration, not criticism.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 骨气

You can say, '他在困难面前表现出很大的骨气,' meaning 'He showed great integrity in the face of difficulties.'

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