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裁决 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
裁决cáijuérulingHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #5515, Very Hard
裁决cáijuéadjudicationHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #5515, Very Hard
cáijué(cai2jue2)cai jue T2
  1. 1ruling
  2. 2adjudication
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March 24, 2026

裁决(裁決)cáijué(cai2jue2)

裁决 (cáijué) refers to a formal decision or ruling made by an authority, particularly in legal contexts. It is commonly used in discussions involving courts, arbitration, and other adjudicative processes where a judgement is rendered based on evidence and legal standards.

Strokes18Frequency#5515DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, the concept of 裁决 is closely tied to the legal system, which has evolved significantly over the past few decades. With the rise of arbitration and mediation in resolving disputes, understanding this term is crucial for navigating legal matters in modern Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Imagine a judge holding a pair of scissors (裁) cutting through a dispute to reach a decision (决). The scissors symbolize裁 and the act of making a decisive cut represents决, helping you remember the pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 裁决

cáijué(cai2jue2)
1ruling
2adjudication
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About 裁决

裁决Simplified
裁決Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

裁定 (cáidìng) refers to a decision made by a judge or arbitrator, typically in a more procedural context, while 裁决 (cáijué) emphasizes the formal ruling aspect, often with broader implications.

Usage Notes

This term is formal and typically used in legal settings. Avoid using 裁决 in everyday conversation unless discussing legal matters, as it may sound overly technical. Common collocations include 裁决结果 (ruling result) and 裁决机构 (adjudication body).

HSK Study Tips

While 裁决 is not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, its components 裁 (to cut) and 决 (to decide) may appear in various contexts. Students should focus on understanding the legal implications and contexts where this term is used, enhancing their vocabulary around law and governance.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 裁决 with 裁定 (cáidìng), thinking they mean the same. Remember that 裁决 is more formal and specifically relates to judicial or authoritative rulings, while 裁定 can refer to decisions made in various contexts, including administrative ones.

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Component Characters

裁cáito cut out (as a dress)
HSK 712 strokes衣
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决juéto decide
HSK 36 strokes冫
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How to say ruling in Chinese

“ruling” in Chinese is裁决cáijué

裁决 (cáijué) refers to a formal decision or ruling made by an authority, particularly in legal contexts. It is commonly used in discussions involving courts, arbitration, and other adjudicative processes where a judgement is rendered based on evidence and legal standards.

When to use 裁决

This term is formal and typically used in legal settings. Avoid using 裁决 in everyday conversation unless discussing legal matters, as it may sound overly technical. Common collocations include 裁决结果 (ruling result) and 裁决机构 (adjudication body).

裁决 or something close to it

裁定 (cáidìng) refers to a decision made by a judge or arbitrator, typically in a more procedural context, while 裁决 (cáijué) emphasizes the formal ruling aspect, often with broader implications.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 裁决 with 裁定 (cáidìng), thinking they mean the same. Remember that 裁决 is more formal and specifically relates to judicial or authoritative rulings, while 裁定 can refer to decisions made in various contexts, including administrative ones.

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裁决 refers to a ruling made by an authority, often in arbitration, while 判决 specifically refers to a judicial verdict in a court of law.

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