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助学金 (zhùxuéjīn) — use 奖学金 when referring to merit-based scholarships, while 助学金 is for need-based financial aid.
When using this term, ensure you understand the context in which scholarships are awarded, as they can differ from grants or loans. The term is formal, often appearing in academic or administrative conversations. Be careful with the tones: '奖' (jiǎng) is third tone, while '学' (xué) is second tone, and '金' (jīn) is first tone.
Although '奖学金' may not appear in lower HSK levels, it is relevant for HSK 4 and above, particularly for students discussing their education or applying for further studies. Focus on the individual characters to understand their meanings and how they combine to form the term.
Learners often confuse '奖学金' with '助学金' (zhù xué jīn), which refers to financial aid rather than a merit-based scholarship. For example, saying '我申请了助学金' (I applied for a scholarship) when you mean a scholarship for merit is incorrect; use '奖学金' instead.
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How to say scholarship in Chinese
“scholarship” in Chinese is奖学金
奖学金 (jiǎng xué jīn) refers to a scholarship or financial aid awarded to students based on academic or other achievements. It is commonly used in educational contexts to help support students with tuition fees or living expenses while they pursue their studies.
When to use 奖学金
When using this term, ensure you understand the context in which scholarships are awarded, as they can differ from grants or loans. The term is formal, often appearing in academic or administrative conversations. Be careful with the tones: '奖' (jiǎng) is third tone, while '学' (xué) is second tone, and '金' (jīn) is first tone.
奖学金 or something close to it
助学金 (zhùxuéjīn) — use 奖学金 when referring to merit-based scholarships, while 助学金 is for need-based financial aid.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '奖学金' with '助学金' (zhù xué jīn), which refers to financial aid rather than a merit-based scholarship. For example, saying '我申请了助学金' (I applied for a scholarship) when you mean a scholarship for merit is incorrect; use '奖学金' instead.
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There are various types of scholarships in China, including government scholarships, university-specific scholarships, and merit-based awards.
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