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内阁nèigé(government) cabinetHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #9350, Very Hard
nèigé(nei4ge2)nei ge T4
  1. 1(government) cabinet
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March 24, 2026

内阁(內閣)nèigé(nei4ge2)

内阁 (nèigé) refers to the cabinet of a government, specifically the group of high-ranking officials responsible for making executive decisions. It is commonly used in discussions about political structures and government functions. The term can denote both the collective body and the specific institution in charge of governance.

Strokes13Frequency#9350DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The concept of a cabinet is deeply embedded in the structure of Chinese governance, reflecting historical influences from Western political systems. The term is frequently encountered in news related to government policies and leadership changes.

Memory Tip

Imagine a cabinet filled with important documents and decisions—this is your '内阁'. The character 内 (inside) suggests that these officials are 'inside' the decision-making process, while 阁 (pavilion) gives a sense of a formal gathering place where these discussions occur.

Meanings of 内阁

nèigé(nei4ge2)
1(government) cabinet
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内阁Simplified
內閣Traditional
13Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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内阁 (cabinet) vs 政府 (government) — use 内阁 when specifically referring to the executive decision-making body, whereas 政府 encompasses the entire governmental structure.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 内阁 with other political terms like 政府 (government) or 国会 (parliament). It's used in formal political contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include '内阁会议' (cabinet meeting) and '内阁成员' (cabinet members).

HSK Study Tips

While 内阁 is not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, understanding this term can enhance your grasp of political vocabulary at HSK Level 4 and above. Focus on recognizing how it fits into discussions about governance and political systems.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 内阁 with 政府, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '政府的成员' (members of the government) instead of '内阁的成员' (members of the cabinet) can lead to confusion about the specific roles and functions.

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Component Characters

内nèiinside
HSK 44 strokes入
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阁gécabinet, chamber, pavilion
HSK 69 strokes门
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How to say (government) cabinet in Chinese

“(government) cabinet” in Chinese is内阁nèigé

内阁 (nèigé) refers to the cabinet of a government, specifically the group of high-ranking officials responsible for making executive decisions. It is commonly used in discussions about political structures and government functions. The term can denote both the collective body and the specific institution in charge of governance.

When to use 内阁

Be careful not to confuse 内阁 with other political terms like 政府 (government) or 国会 (parliament). It's used in formal political contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include '内阁会议' (cabinet meeting) and '内阁成员' (cabinet members).

内阁 or something close to it

内阁 (cabinet) vs 政府 (government) — use 内阁 when specifically referring to the executive decision-making body, whereas 政府 encompasses the entire governmental structure.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 内阁 with 政府, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '政府的成员' (members of the government) instead of '内阁的成员' (members of the cabinet) can lead to confusion about the specific roles and functions.

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Cultural Notes for 内阁

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In Western countries, the cabinet often operates with a more defined separation from legislative bodies, while in China, the cabinet's functions are closely integrated with the Communist Party's leadership structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about 内阁

It refers to the cabinet, the group of senior officials who make important governmental decisions.

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