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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
查明chámíngto investigate and find outHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #6711, Very Hard
查明chámíngto ascertainHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #6711, Very Hard
chámíng(cha2ming2)cha ming T2
  1. 1to investigate and find out
  2. 2to ascertain
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March 24, 2026

查明chámíng(cha2ming2)

查明 means to investigate and clarify the facts or circumstances surrounding a situation. It is commonly used in contexts such as legal inquiries, research, and problem-solving, where understanding the truth is essential.

Strokes17Frequency#6711DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the importance of thorough investigation is emphasized in various fields, particularly in law and governance, reflecting a societal value of justice and truth-seeking.

Memory tip

Imagine a detective (查) using a magnifying glass to find (明) the truth. The character 查 resembles a person looking closely at something, while 明 suggests enlightenment or clarity, reinforcing the idea of uncovering details.

Meanings of 查明

chámíng(cha2ming2)
1to investigate and find out
2to ascertain
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查明Simplified
17Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2

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查清 (cháqīng) - use 查明 when emphasis is on clarifying the facts, while 查清 focuses more on ascertaining or determining the clarity of a situation.

Usage Notes

This term is generally used in formal settings, such as academic or legal discussions. Be careful with the tones; mixing them up can lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 查明事实 (to ascertain the facts) and 查明原因 (to investigate the reasons).

HSK Study Tips

While 查明 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it is relevant for learners at HSK 4 and above, as it connects with vocabulary related to investigation and clarity. Focus on using it in sentences that describe actions of finding out or understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 查明 with 查找 (to search for), but 查明 focuses on understanding and clarifying facts rather than just searching. For example, saying '我想查找明白' (I want to search for clarity) is incorrect; it should be '我想查明情况' (I want to clarify the situation).

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Component characters

查cháto research
HSK 39 strokes木
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明míngMing Dynasty (1368-1644)
HSK 18 strokes日
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How to say to investigate and find out in Chinese

“to investigate and find out” in Chinese is查明chámíng

查明 means to investigate and clarify the facts or circumstances surrounding a situation. It is commonly used in contexts such as legal inquiries, research, and problem-solving, where understanding the truth is essential.

When to use 查明

This term is generally used in formal settings, such as academic or legal discussions. Be careful with the tones; mixing them up can lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 查明事实 (to ascertain the facts) and 查明原因 (to investigate the reasons).

查明 or something close to it

查清 (cháqīng) - use 查明 when emphasis is on clarifying the facts, while 查清 focuses more on ascertaining or determining the clarity of a situation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 查明 with 查找 (to search for), but 查明 focuses on understanding and clarifying facts rather than just searching. For example, saying '我想查找明白' (I want to search for clarity) is incorrect; it should be '我想查明情况' (I want to clarify the situation).

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Frequently asked questions about 查明

Some synonyms include 确定 (to determine) and 发现 (to discover), but 查明 specifically emphasizes the investigation aspect.

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