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March 24, 2026
結jié(jie2)
The character 結 (jié) primarily means 'knot' or 'tie', often referring to the act of fastening or binding things together. It can also imply connecting or joining people or ideas, making it applicable in both physical and abstract contexts, such as relationships or agreements.
Strokes12Radical糹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The concept of tying knots is significant in Chinese culture, symbolizing unity and connection, as seen in traditional wedding ceremonies where couples tie red ribbons to represent their bond.
Memory Tip
Imagine tying a knot with a shiny ribbon to remember 結 (jié). The radical 糸 (mì), meaning 'silk' or 'thread', represents the concept of tying, while the rest of the character suggests a completed action, like tying a perfect bow.
Meanings of 結
jié(jie2)
1knot, tie; to connect, to join
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結Simplified
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糹Radical
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Quick Contrast
結 (jié) vs 連 (lián) — use 結 for tying or binding, while 連 emphasizes connection or linking.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine tying a knot with a shiny ribbon to remember 結 (jié). The radical 糸 (mì), meaning 'silk' or 'thread', represents the concept of tying, while the rest of the character suggests a completed action, like tying a perfect bow.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 結 with similar-sounding words like 解 (jiě), which means 'to untie' or 'to solve'. In formal contexts, 結 can be used in phrases like 結婚 (jiéhūn - to marry) or 結果 (jiéguǒ - result), while in informal speech, it’s common to use it when discussing personal connections.
HSK Study Tips
Although not in the official HSK lists, 結 connects well to basic verbs and nouns related to relationships and outcomes, enhancing vocabulary in social contexts. Students should focus on its usage in phrases and idioms to grasp its full potential.
Cultural Note
The concept of tying knots is significant in Chinese culture, symbolizing unity and connection, as seen in traditional wedding ceremonies where couples tie red ribbons to represent their bond.
Common Mistakes
A frequent error is using 結 when referring to 'solving' a problem, which should be 解 (jiě). For example, saying 結問題 (jié wèntí) instead of 解問題 (jiě wèntí) is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 結
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The concept of tying knots is significant in Chinese culture, symbolizing unity and connection, as seen in traditional wedding ceremonies where couples tie red ribbons to represent their bond.
Word Family of 結
Words Containing This Character20
结果jiéguǒoutcome結果
结束jiéshùtermination結束
结婚jiéhūnto marry結婚
结构jiégòustructure結構
结合jiéhéto combine結合
结jiéknot結
团结tuánjiéto unite團結
结局jiéjúconclusion結局
总结zǒngjiéto sum up總結
结论jiélùnconclusion結論
纠结to intertwine糾結
终结zhōngjiéend終結
结算jiésuànto settle a bill結算
了结liǎojiéto settle了結
结尾jiéwěiending結尾
结案to wind up結案
冻结dòngjiéto freeze (water etc)凍結
结实jiēshirugged結實
淋巴结lymphatic node淋巴結
集结jíjiéto assemble集結
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Frequently Asked Questions about 結
Common phrases include 結婚 (jiéhūn - to marry), 結果 (jiéguǒ - result), and 結束 (jiéshù - to end).
It is pronounced as 'jié' with the second tone, similar to the English word 'jeer', but with a rising intonation.
Yes, besides 'knot' and 'tie', it can also mean 'to conclude' in certain contexts.
