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March 24, 2026
历经(歷經)lìjīng(li4jing1)
历经 means 'to experience' or 'to go through' something, often referring to enduring events or processes over time. It is commonly used in contexts discussing personal experiences, hardships, or significant events in one’s life or history.
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Cultural Note
The concept of 历经 often relates to Chinese cultural values of resilience and the importance of learning from past experiences. It is frequently used in literature and speeches that reflect on historical events or personal growth.
Memory Tip
Think of 历 (lì) as a 'record' or 'history,' and 经 (jīng) as 'pass through' or 'navigate.' Imagine walking through a long, winding historical path that represents the various experiences you have endured. The character structure visually suggests a journey through time.
Meanings of 历经
lìjīng(li4jing1)
1to experience
2to go through
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About 历经
历经Simplified
歷經Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
历经 (to experience, endure) vs 经历 (to undergo, experience) — use 历经 for emphasis on enduring over time.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 历 (lì) as a 'record' or 'history,' and 经 (jīng) as 'pass through' or 'navigate.' Imagine walking through a long, winding historical path that represents the various experiences you have endured. The character structure visually suggests a journey through time.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 历经 with similar words like 经历 (jīnglì), which also means 'to experience' but has a slightly different nuance. 历经 is more formal and often used in written language, while 经历 can be used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 历经风雨 (to go through hardships).
HSK Study Tips
While 历经 is not a specific HSK word, it connects with HSK 5 vocabulary like 经历 (jīnglì) and 经验 (jīngyàn). Focus on understanding the context in which 历经 is used compared to these related terms, as it often emphasizes the passage of time and endurance.
Cultural Note
The concept of 历经 often relates to Chinese cultural values of resilience and the importance of learning from past experiences. It is frequently used in literature and speeches that reflect on historical events or personal growth.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 历经 with 经历, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我历经了这个事情' instead of '我经历了这个事情' (I experienced this matter) is incorrect; 历经 is not used in this context.
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Common Confusions with 历经
历经vs历
lì
Similar shape and sound, but 历经 emphasizes the process of experiencing.
历经vs经
jīng
Both characters are components of 历经, but 经 is also used in different contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 历经
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'历经' is often used in Chinese literature to describe a character's journey through hardships, emphasizing resilience and growth. This reflects the cultural value placed on perseverance.
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of 历经 often relates to Chinese cultural values of resilience and the importance of learning from past experiences. It is frequently used in literature and speeches that reflect on historical events or personal growth.
Frequently Asked Questions about 历经
Yes, synonyms for 历经 include 经历 (jīng lì), which also means 'to experience' or 'undergo.' Both words can describe the act of going through events or processes.
历经 is categorized as an HSK level 7 word. This means it is considered to be at an advanced level of vocabulary for Chinese learners.
历经 (lì jīng) means 'to experience' or 'to go through.' It is often used to describe enduring or undergoing various events or changes in life.
You can use 历经 in a sentence to convey that someone has gone through certain experiences. For example, '他历经了许多挑战' means 'He has gone through many challenges.'
You can say: '他历经了许多困难，最终取得了成功。' (He went through many difficulties and eventually achieved success.)
It's more commonly found in formal writing or speeches rather than casual conversation.
历经 often implies a longer, more significant experience, whereas 经历 is more general and can refer to any experience.
