separated in time (usu. followed by a quantity of time)
HSK 7, unknown, rank #32943, Very Hard
shígé(shi2ge2) T2
1separated in time (usu. followed by a quantity of time)
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March 24, 2026
时隔(時隔)shígé(shi2ge2)
时隔 (shí gé) refers to a separation in time, commonly used to indicate the time elapsed between two events. It is often followed by a specific duration, such as days, months, or years, to emphasize the gap that has occurred.
Frequency#32943DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of time is often viewed cyclically and is associated with significant events, such as festivals and anniversaries. The term 时隔 can be used to reflect on the importance of remembering past events, such as family reunions that happen after many years.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clock (时) with its hands separated (隔) at twelve and six, symbolizing the time gap between two moments. Picture the clock ticking away the hours, creating a clear visual of separation over time.
Meanings of 时隔
shígé(shi2ge2)
1separated in time (usu. followed by a quantity of time)
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时隔Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a clock (时) with its hands separated (隔) at twelve and six, symbolizing the time gap between two moments. Picture the clock ticking away the hours, creating a clear visual of separation over time.
Usage Notes
时隔 is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, often in narratives or reports about events. A common mistake is to use it without specifying the duration, as in '时隔一年', which translates to 'separated by one year'. Ensure to use the correct measure of time after this phrase.
HSK Study Tips
Although 时隔 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with HSK Level 3 and 4 words related to time and events, such as 时间 (time) and 事件 (event). Students should focus on using this term in context to describe elapsed time between events.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of time is often viewed cyclically and is associated with significant events, such as festivals and anniversaries. The term 时隔 can be used to reflect on the importance of remembering past events, such as family reunions that happen after many years.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget to include a time duration after 时隔, leading to incomplete expressions like '时隔'. Correct usage should specify time, such as '时隔两年' for 'separated by two years'.
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Cultural Notes for 时隔
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In Chinese culture, the concept of time is often viewed cyclically and is associated with significant events, such as festivals and anniversaries. The term 时隔 can be used to reflect on the importance of remembering past events, such as family reunions that happen after many years.
Frequently Asked Questions about 时隔
You can say '时隔五年，我终于回到了家乡' which means 'Five years separated me from my hometown'.
Yes, 时隔 is appropriate for both formal writing and everyday conversation, especially in narratives about past events.
It's best to specify a time duration after 时隔. Saying just '时隔' sounds incomplete.
