Meanings of 缉
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AI Study Notes for 缉
缉 (jī) vs 抓 (zhuā) — use 缉 for formal/legal contexts of apprehending, while 抓 is more casual and can mean to catch or grab.
This verb is often used in formal contexts, especially in law enforcement. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words; be careful with pronunciation. It often collocates with words related to law and order, such as 'arrest' or 'seize.'
While 缉 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it shares components with other characters like 逮 (dài, to catch) and 逮捕 (dàibǔ, to arrest), which are relevant for learners at higher levels. Focus on the context of law enforcement to better understand its usage.
Learners often mispronounce 缉 due to its similarity to other words. For example, saying 'jī' instead of 'qì' in the Taiwanese context can lead to misunderstandings. Always pay attention to the context to choose the correct pronunciation.
Pronunciation of 缉
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Etymology of 缉
thread
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Case file: 缉
- 1The meaning half纟 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half咠 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaythread
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to seize in Chinese
“to seize” in Chinese is缉
The character 缉 (jī) primarily means 'to stitch finely' or 'to seize/arrest.' It is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to the act of apprehending criminals. In a more literal sense, it can also refer to sewing or stitching something tightly together.
When to use 缉
This verb is often used in formal contexts, especially in law enforcement. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words; be careful with pronunciation. It often collocates with words related to law and order, such as 'arrest' or 'seize.'
缉 or something close to it
缉 (jī) vs 抓 (zhuā) — use 缉 for formal/legal contexts of apprehending, while 抓 is more casual and can mean to catch or grab.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 缉 due to its similarity to other words. For example, saying 'jī' instead of 'qì' in the Taiwanese context can lead to misunderstandings. Always pay attention to the context to choose the correct pronunciation.
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Grammar Patterns of 缉
缉 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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.
Complete the Sentence
他因谋杀一名地方法官而被通____。
He was wanted for the murder of a magistrate.
Example Sentences for 缉 (2)
Word Family of 缉
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 缉
Common phrases include 缉拿 (jīná, to capture or arrest) and 缉捕 (jībǔ, to apprehend).
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