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技
jì
skill
n, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #8834, Very Hard
技
jì
ability, talent; skill, technique
n, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #8834, Very Hard
jì(ji4)ji T4
1skill
2ability, talent; skill, technique
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March 24, 2026
技jì(ji4)
The character 技 (jì) refers to skill, ability, or technique in a specific area. It is commonly used to describe a person's proficiency in a trade, craft, or any learned skill. In contexts such as sports, arts, or professions, it emphasizes the talent or expertise one possesses.
Strokes7Radical扌Frequency#8834DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of skill is highly valued, and craftsmanship is often associated with dedication and mastery. Traditional crafts, such as calligraphy and martial arts, are seen as not only skills but also as forms of art and self-cultivation.
Memory tip
Imagine a skillful artisan (技) crafting a beautiful piece of art. The character looks like a person using their hands (the left side) to create something special. Associate 'jì' with the sound of 'jeep' driving skillfully on a rugged path, representing mastery and technique.
Meanings of 技
jì(ji4)
1skill
2ability, talent; skill, technique
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About 技
技Simplified
7Strokes
扌Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8834Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
技 (jì) vs 能 (néng) — use 技 when emphasizing a specific skill or technique, while 能 refers more broadly to ability or capability.
Usage Notes
Be mindful not to confuse 技 (jì) with 技术 (jìshù), which means 'technology' or 'technique'. It is more common in informal contexts when discussing someone's capabilities. Remember that the 4th tone of 'jì' can sometimes be mispronounced as a neutral tone in fast speech.
HSK Study Tips
While this character is not currently part of HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other HSK words related to skills and abilities, such as 能力 (nénglì, ability) and 学习 (xuéxí, to study). Focus on using it in sentences to describe skills you or others possess.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 技 (jì) with related words like 技术 (jìshù). For instance, saying '我有很多技术' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jìshù) when they mean 'I have many skills' is incorrect; it should be '我有很多技能' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jìnéng).
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技 = 扌 + 支. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 技
IDS Structure⿰扌支
技Full character
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扌shou3
left
支Zhi1
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Parts
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How to say skill in Chinese
“skill” in Chinese is技jì
The character 技 (jì) refers to skill, ability, or technique in a specific area. It is commonly used to describe a person's proficiency in a trade, craft, or any learned skill. In contexts such as sports, arts, or professions, it emphasizes the talent or expertise one possesses.
When to use 技
Be mindful not to confuse 技 (jì) with 技术 (jìshù), which means 'technology' or 'technique'. It is more common in informal contexts when discussing someone's capabilities. Remember that the 4th tone of 'jì' can sometimes be mispronounced as a neutral tone in fast speech.
技 or something close to it
技 (jì) vs 能 (néng) — use 技 when emphasizing a specific skill or technique, while 能 refers more broadly to ability or capability.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 技 (jì) with related words like 技术 (jìshù). For instance, saying '我有很多技术' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jìshù) when they mean 'I have many skills' is incorrect; it should be '我有很多技能' (Wǒ yǒu hěn duō jìnéng).
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Grammar patterns of 技
技 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Cultural Notes for 技
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In Chinese culture, '技' is not just about technical skills. It's also about the mastery of art forms, like martial arts, calligraphy, and cooking, which are highly respected.
Word Family of 技
Compounds1
庪guǐ
Words containing this character20
技术jìshùtechnology技術
科技kējìscience and technology
技巧jìqiǎoskill
技能jìnéngskill
技jìskill
特技tèjìstunt
演技yǎnjìacting
竞技jìngjìathletics tournament競技
科学技术kēxuéjìshùscience and technology科學技術
高科技gāokējìhigh tech
技师jìshītechnician技師
杂技zájìacrobatics雜技
技艺jìyìskill技藝
技术人员jìshùrényuántechnical staff技術人員
新技术xīnjìshùnew technology新技術
竞技场jìngjìchǎngarena競技場
技术员jìshùyuántechnician技術員
技工jìgōngskilled worker
口技kǒujìbeat boxing
信息技术xìnxījìshùIT信息技術
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Frequently asked questions about 技
技 (jì) focuses more on specific skills or techniques, while 能 (néng) generally refers to one's ability or capacity to do something. For instance, you might say '他有很强的技能' (tā yǒu hěn qiáng de jìnéng) which emphasizes a strong skill set, whereas '他能游泳' (tā néng yóuyǒng) highlights the ability to swim.
Some common phrases that include 技 (jì) are 技术 (jìshù), meaning 'technology' or 'technique', and 技能 (jìnéng), meaning 'skill' or 'ability'. These phrases highlight the various contexts in which the character is used.
You can use 技 (jì) in a sentence to describe someone's skill or ability. For example, '他的技艺非常高超' (tā de jìyì fēicháng gāochāo) means 'His skill is very high.' This shows the application of the character in everyday conversation.
技 (jì) means 'skill' or 'technique' in Chinese. It is often used in contexts related to abilities, talents, or specific skills in various fields. For example, it appears in words like 技术 (jìshù), meaning 'technology' or 'technique'.
Common phrases include 技能 (jìnéng, skills), 技术 (jìshù, technology/technique), and 特技 (tèjì, special skills or stunts).
You can say '他有很高的技能' (Tā yǒu hěn gāo de jìnéng), meaning 'He has very high skills.'
Yes, 技 can be used in both formal and informal writing, but it is more common in contexts discussing arts or trades.
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