划船

huáchuán
verb #10,371

Meanings

  1. 1 to row a boat
  2. 2 to go boating

Examples

HSK 3
Zhōumò wǒmen qù gōngyuán huáchuán ba.
Let's go rowing in the park this weekend.
HSK 4
Huáchuán shì yī xiàng hěn hǎo de yùndòng.
Rowing is a great exercise.
HSK 5
Tāmen zài hú shàng huáchuán.
They are rowing on the lake.

Tips

culture
Boating in parks is a popular leisure activity in China, especially at scenic lakes like 北海 Park in Beijing. During 端午节 (Dragon Boat Festival), 赛龙舟 (dragon boat racing) is the traditional event.

Stroke Order

划 huà
船 chuán