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前進 (qián jìn) vs 進入 (jìn rù) — use 進 (jìn) for general advancement, while 前進 (qián jìn) emphasizes moving forward in a directional sense and 進入 (jìn rù) specifically refers to entering a place.
Be cautious of using 進 in overly formal contexts where simpler words like 来 (lái, to come) might be more appropriate. It commonly appears in phrases like 進步 (jìnbù, to make progress) and 進入 (jìnrù, to enter). Remember that the fourth tone can be tricky; practice to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
進 is not included in the HSK levels but relates closely to words at HSK 3 and 4 that involve movement and progress. Focus on its use in compound words and phrases to enhance comprehension.
Learners often confuse 進 with 走 (zǒu, to walk) or 来 (lái, to come), leading to incorrect usage in sentences. For instance, saying '我進去' (Wǒ jìnqù) instead of the correct '我进去' (Wǒ jìnrù) can be misleading.
Pronunciation of 進
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Etymology of 進
Phonosemantic compound. 辶 represents the meaning and 井 represents the sound. Simplified form of 進.
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Case file: 進
Phonosemantic compound. 辶 represents the meaning and 井 represents the sound. Simplified form of 進.
- 1The meaning half辶 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half隹 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaywalk
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to advance, to make progress; to come in, to enter in Chinese
“to advance, to make progress; to come in, to enter” in Chinese is進
The character 進 (jìn) primarily means 'to advance' or 'to enter'. It is often used in contexts that involve moving forward, making progress, or entering a space, such as entering a building or advancing in a career. The nuance of this word implies a positive movement towards a goal or destination.
When to use 進
Be cautious of using 進 in overly formal contexts where simpler words like 来 (lái, to come) might be more appropriate. It commonly appears in phrases like 進步 (jìnbù, to make progress) and 進入 (jìnrù, to enter). Remember that the fourth tone can be tricky; practice to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
進 or something close to it
前進 (qián jìn) vs 進入 (jìn rù) — use 進 (jìn) for general advancement, while 前進 (qián jìn) emphasizes moving forward in a directional sense and 進入 (jìn rù) specifically refers to entering a place.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 進 with 走 (zǒu, to walk) or 来 (lái, to come), leading to incorrect usage in sentences. For instance, saying '我進去' (Wǒ jìnqù) instead of the correct '我进去' (Wǒ jìnrù) can be misleading.
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Word Family of 進
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Frequently Asked Questions about 進
Yes, 進 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the specific phrases in which it appears.
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