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March 24, 2026
杰(傑)jié(jie2)
The character 杰 (jié) refers to a person who is outstanding or distinguished, often used to denote a hero or someone with exceptional talents. It can be applied to individuals in various contexts, such as leaders, artists, or intellectuals, highlighting their remarkable qualities or achievements.
Strokes8Radical木Frequency#1988DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
杰 is commonly used in Chinese literature and folklore to describe legendary figures, such as historical heroes or famous scholars, reflecting the cultural admiration for excellence and heroism.
Memory Tip
Imagine a hero (杰) standing out from the crowd. The left side of the character looks like a person (人), while the right side resembles a mountain (山) that represents the heights of achievement. Together, they symbolize a person who has climbed to great heights, becoming a hero.
Meanings of 杰
jié(jie2)
1hero
2heroic
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About 杰
杰Simplified
傑Traditional
8Strokes
木Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#1988Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 杰
Quick Contrast
优秀 (yōuxiù) — use 杰 (jié) for someone distinguished or exceptional, while 优秀 (yōuxiù) generally refers to being excellent or outstanding without the same connotation of distinction.
Usage Notes
杰 is typically used in a positive context, often to praise someone's abilities or character. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; ensure correct pronunciation with the second tone. Common collocations include 杰出 (jiéchū, outstanding) and 英杰 (yīngjié, hero).
HSK Study Tips
Although 杰 is not in the official HSK levels, it shares meaning with other HSK vocabulary related to excellence, such as 优秀 (yōuxiù, excellent). Focus on recognizing its use in compounds and contexts praising individuals.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 杰 with other words like 解 (jiě, to solve) due to similar sounds. Remember that 杰 specifically refers to outstanding or heroic qualities, while 解 has a different meaning.
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The character 杰 (jié) refers to a person who is outstanding or distinguished, often used to denote a hero or someone with exceptional talents. It can be applied to individuals in various contexts, such as leaders, artists, or intellectuals, highlighting their remarkable qualities or achievements.
When to use 杰
杰 is typically used in a positive context, often to praise someone's abilities or character. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; ensure correct pronunciation with the second tone. Common collocations include 杰出 (jiéchū, outstanding) and 英杰 (yīngjié, hero).
杰 or something close to it
优秀 (yōuxiù) — use 杰 (jié) for someone distinguished or exceptional, while 优秀 (yōuxiù) generally refers to being excellent or outstanding without the same connotation of distinction.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 杰 with other words like 解 (jiě, to solve) due to similar sounds. Remember that 杰 specifically refers to outstanding or heroic qualities, while 解 has a different meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 杰
杰 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 6 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.
