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March 24, 2026
晶jīng(jing1)
The character 晶 (jīng) refers to crystal, which implies something that is bright, clear, and radiant. It is often used to describe physical objects like gemstones or minerals, as well as metaphorical concepts such as clarity of thought or transparency in communication.
Strokes12Radical日Frequency#13435DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, crystals are often associated with purity and health, used in traditional practices and as decorative items. The clarity of crystals is metaphorically linked to the pursuit of wisdom and enlightenment.
Memory Tip
Imagine a sparkling crystal ball that glows brightly under the sun. The three strokes in 晶 represent the three shining facets of the crystal, emphasizing its brightness and clarity, similar to how 'jīng' sounds like 'jingling' bells that sparkle in the light.
Meanings of 晶
jīng(jing1)
1crystal
2crystal; bright, clear, radiant
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About 晶
晶Simplified
12Strokes
日Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#13435Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 晶
Quick Contrast
水晶 (shuǐjīng, crystal) vs 磨砂 (móshā, frosted) — use 晶 for clarity and brightness, while 水晶 emphasizes the material aspect of crystals.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 晶 (jīng) as it is a first tone, which is high and level. Common collocations include 晶莹剔透 (jīng yíng tī tòu), meaning 'crystal clear'. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that have different meanings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 晶 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, it is a useful word for learners interested in natural sciences or discussing aesthetics. Students should focus on recognizing this character in context and its relation to other words that denote clarity or brightness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 晶 (jīng) with similar characters like 精 (jīng), which means 'refined' or 'essence'. For example, saying '晶华' (jīng huá) instead of '精华' (jīng huá) is incorrect when referring to 'essence'.
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1The giveawayMany suns 日, suggesting a bright and glittering gem
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 晶?
Decomposition of 晶
IDS Structure⿱日⿰日日
晶Full Character
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日Ri4
top
日Ri4
left
日Ri4
right
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Which of these is a component of 晶?
How to say crystal in Chinese
“crystal” in Chinese is晶jīng
The character 晶 (jīng) refers to crystal, which implies something that is bright, clear, and radiant. It is often used to describe physical objects like gemstones or minerals, as well as metaphorical concepts such as clarity of thought or transparency in communication.
When to use 晶
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 晶 (jīng) as it is a first tone, which is high and level. Common collocations include 晶莹剔透 (jīng yíng tī tòu), meaning 'crystal clear'. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that have different meanings.
晶 or something close to it
水晶 (shuǐjīng, crystal) vs 磨砂 (móshā, frosted) — use 晶 for clarity and brightness, while 水晶 emphasizes the material aspect of crystals.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 晶 (jīng) with similar characters like 精 (jīng), which means 'refined' or 'essence'. For example, saying '晶华' (jīng huá) instead of '精华' (jīng huá) is incorrect when referring to 'essence'.
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Grammar Patterns of 晶
晶 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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Complete the Sentence
一些最高档的酒杯是用铅____质玻璃制成的。
Some of the finest drinking glasses are made from lead crystal.
