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March 24, 2026
应急(應急)yìngjí(ying4ji2)
应急 (yìngjí) refers to the actions taken in response to an unexpected situation or emergency. It is commonly used in contexts such as emergency management, medical situations, and disaster response, signifying the urgency and necessity of immediate action.
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Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 应急 is vital, especially given the country's rapid urbanization and natural disaster risks. Emergency preparedness drills are common in schools and workplaces, highlighting the cultural emphasis on readiness.
Memory Tip
Imagine an 'emergency' where you need to 'respond' quickly. The first character 应 (yìng) looks like a person stretching out their arms to 'respond' to a call. The second character 急 (jí) resembles a person rushing, indicating the urgency of the situation. Together, they evoke a sense of urgency and action.
Meanings of 应急
yìngjí(ying4ji2)
1to respond to an emergency
2to meet a contingency
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About 应急
应急Simplified
應急Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
应对 (yìngduì) refers to coping or dealing with a situation, often implying a more measured response rather than the immediate urgency of 应急 (yìngjí).
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine an 'emergency' where you need to 'respond' quickly. The first character 应 (yìng) looks like a person stretching out their arms to 'respond' to a call. The second character 急 (jí) resembles a person rushing, indicating the urgency of the situation. Together, they evoke a sense of urgency and action.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 应急 with other similar terms like 紧急 (jǐnjí), which specifically means 'urgent.' 应急 is more about the response aspect. It's commonly used in formal contexts, such as government or organizational emergency protocols.
HSK Study Tips
应急 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, but it relates to HSK Level 4 terms involving emergency situations or responses. Students should focus on the tone and usage in practical scenarios, linking it to emergencies in daily life.
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 应急 is vital, especially given the country's rapid urbanization and natural disaster risks. Emergency preparedness drills are common in schools and workplaces, highlighting the cultural emphasis on readiness.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 应急 with the more general term for urgency, 紧急 (jǐnjí). For example, saying '我们需要一个应急计划' (wǒmen xūyào yīgè yìngjí jìhuà) instead of '紧急计划' (jǐnjí jìhuà) can lead to misunderstanding, as 应急 specifically refers to emergency responses.
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Cultural Notes for 应急
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In China, the concept of 应急 is vital, especially given the country's rapid urbanization and natural disaster risks. Emergency preparedness drills are common in schools and workplaces, highlighting the cultural emphasis on readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions about 应急
应急 is often used to describe actions taken during emergencies, like medical emergencies or natural disasters.
Typically, 应急 is reserved for urgent situations; using it in non-emergency contexts may sound awkward.
The correct pronunciation is yìng jí, with both characters having the fourth tone.
