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及
jí
and
HSK 5, c, 3 strokes, radical 又, rank #1237, Hard
及
jí
to reach
HSK 5, c, 3 strokes, radical 又, rank #1237, Hard
及
jí
up to
HSK 5, c, 3 strokes, radical 又, rank #1237, Hard
及
jí
in time for
HSK 5, c, 3 strokes, radical 又, rank #1237, Hard
及
jí
to extend; to reach; and; in time
HSK 5, c, 3 strokes, radical 又, rank #1237, Hard
jí(ji2)ji T2
1and
2to reach
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March 24, 2026
及jí(ji2)
The character 及 (jí) primarily means 'and' or 'to reach'. It is often used to connect clauses or phrases, indicating inclusion or extension. It also conveys the idea of reaching a point in time or space, making it useful in various contexts such as formal writing, lists, or expressing limits.
Strokes3Radical又Frequency#1237DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese education, 及 is often used in academic contexts to indicate the requirements for passing exams or meeting standards, reflecting the importance placed on achievement and progression.
Memory tip
Imagine a person stretching their arms to reach out for something, symbolizing 'reaching' or 'extending'. The character itself looks like an arm reaching out, which can help you remember both its form and meaning.
Meanings of 及
jí(ji2)
1and
2to reach
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3Strokes
又Radical
连词连词conjunction (conj.)Part of Speech
#1237Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5AdvancedCEFRC2
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Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 及 with 和 (hé), which also means 'and' but is more commonly used in informal contexts. 及 is often found in written Chinese and may sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include 及至 (jí zhì, up to) and 及格 (jí gé, to pass).
HSK Study Tips
Though 及 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can significantly enhance comprehension of written Chinese. Focus on its usage in formal contexts to connect ideas, especially in reading comprehension exercises at the HSK 4 and above levels.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 及 with 和, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我及你' (Wǒ jí nǐ) instead of '我和你' (Wǒ hé nǐ) is incorrect in informal speech. Remember to reserve 及 for more formal or written contexts.
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The character 及 (jí) primarily means 'and' or 'to reach'. It is often used to connect clauses or phrases, indicating inclusion or extension. It also conveys the idea of reaching a point in time or space, making it useful in various contexts such as formal writing, lists, or expressing limits.
When to use 及
Be cautious not to confuse 及 with 和 (hé), which also means 'and' but is more commonly used in informal contexts. 及 is often found in written Chinese and may sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include 及至 (jí zhì, up to) and 及格 (jí gé, to pass).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 及 with 和, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我及你' (Wǒ jí nǐ) instead of '我和你' (Wǒ hé nǐ) is incorrect in informal speech. Remember to reserve 及 for more formal or written contexts.
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Grammar patterns of 及
及 functions as a conjunction — it connects clauses or phrases. Many Chinese conjunctions come in pairs (虽然…但是…, 因为…所以…); use them at the front of the clauses they link. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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小王、小李以____另外三名同学都通过了考试。
Xiao Wang, Xiao Li, as well as three other classmates, all passed the exam.
Common confusions with 及
及vs急
jí
Similar sound and shape, but different meanings
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Example sentences for 及 (10)
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1
英国的亚裔年轻人通常被吸引到医学、法律及工程专业。
Yīng guó de yà yì niánqīng rén tōngcháng bèi xīyǐn dào yīxué、 fǎlǜ jí gōngchéng zhuānyè。
Traditionally young Asians in Britain have gravitated towards medicine, law and engineering.
2
你必须搞清状况以及自己的底线。
nǐ bìxū gǎo qīng zhuàngkuàng yǐjí zìjǐ de dǐxiàn。
You have to know what's what and when to draw the line.
3
你忽视了你所承受的压力及它带给你的后果。
nǐ hūshì le nǐ suǒ chéngshòu de yālì jí tā dài gěi nǐ de hòuguǒ。
You overlook the pressure you're under and what it does to you.
4
你融入到音乐、灯光以及身边的人群中。
nǐ róngrù dào yīnyuè、 dēngguāng yǐjí shēnbiān de rénqún zhōng。
You get into the music, the lights and the people around you.
5
在一只盆里放上水，轻轻地用蘸湿的海绵擦拭你的面部及身体。
zài yī zhī pén lǐ fàng shàng shuǐ， qīng qīng dì yòng zhàn shī de hǎimián cā shì nǐ de miànbù jí shēntǐ。
Fill a bowl with water and gently sponge your face and body.
6
哈里继承了这座房子以及相当大的一片土地。
Hā lǐ jìchéng le zhè zuò fángzi yǐjí xiāngdāng dà de yī piàn tǔdì。
Harry inherited the house and a sizeable chunk of land.
7
该队还因其良好的体育精神及公平竞争精神而受到了表扬。
gāi duì hái yīn qí liánghǎo de tǐyù jīngshen jí gōngpíng jìngzhēng jīngshen ér shòudào le biǎoyáng。
The team also won praise for sportsmanship and fair play.
8
总统谈及了敌人的奸诈用心。
zǒngtǒng tánjí le dírén de jiānzhà yòngxīn。
The President spoke of the treacherous intentions of the enemy.
9
我及时赶上了飞往伦敦的航班。
wǒ jíshí gǎnshàng le fēi wǎng lún dūn de hángbān。
I arrived just in time for my flight to London.
10
葡萄酒生产过剩及由此造成的市价低迷引起了经济波动。
pútaojiǔ shēngchǎn guòshèng jí yóucǐ zàochéng de shì jià dīmí yǐnqǐ le jīngjì bōdòng。
Overproduction and consequent low market prices for wine caused economic tremors.
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Cultural Notes for 及
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'及' is used not only in daily conversation but also in classical Chinese literature to connect ideas and phrases. Its versatility makes it an essential character in both written and spoken forms.
📜Proverb
The phrase '一举两得' (one action, two gains) reflects a similar idea in Chinese culture, where achieving multiple benefits from a single action is highly valued.
Word Family of 及
Compounds26
吸xīto breathe
极jíextremely
级jílevel
圾jīsee 垃圾[lā jī]
岌jíperilous, hazardous; steep, high
汲jíto draw water at a well; to imbibe
笈jíbamboo box used carry books
伋jí
扱xī
芨jīChinese elder tree
趿tāto tread on; slipshod
钑sà
靸sǎ
岋è
彶jí
忣jí
昅jié
砐è
級jílevel, rank; class, grade
衱jié
觙jí
訯sǎ
鈒sà
雭sè
馺sà
魥è
Words containing this character20
及jíand
以及yǐjítoo
及时jíshíin time及時
涉及shèjíto involve
及其jíqíand
埃及āijíEgypt
来不及láibujíit's too late (to do sth)來不及
来得及láidejíthere's still time來得及
迫不及待pòbùjídàiimpatient (idiom); in a hurry
及格jígéto pass an exam or a test
提及tíjíto mention
普及pǔjíto generalize
不及bùjíto fall short of
危及wēijíto endanger
触及chùjíto touch on (a topic)觸及
顾及gùjíto attend to顧及
谈及tánjíto talk about談及
措手不及cuòshǒubùjíno time to deal with it (idiom); caught unprepared
力所能及lìsuǒnéngjíwithin one's powers
阿尔及利亚ā’ěrjílìyàAlgeria阿爾及利亞
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Frequently asked questions about 及
Some examples include '他会说英语及法语' (Tā huì shuō yīngyǔ jí fǎyǔ), meaning 'He can speak English and French'. Another example is '我每天学习两个小时及其他活动' (Wǒ měitiān xuéxí liǎng gè xiǎoshí jí qítā huódòng), meaning 'I study for two hours every day and do other activities'.
While both 及 (jí) and 和 (hé) can mean 'and', they are used in different contexts. 及 is often used in more formal writing or to denote a range, while 和 is more common in everyday conversation. For example, you would use 和 in casual sentences but might choose 及 in formal documents.
及 (jí) has multiple meanings in Chinese. It can mean 'and', 'to reach', 'up to', or 'in time for'. It's often used in both spoken and written contexts to connect phrases or indicate a limit.
You can use 及 (jí) to connect two nouns or phrases, similar to 'and' in English. For example, in the sentence '我喜欢苹果及香蕉' (Wǒ xǐhuān píngguǒ jí xiāngjiāo), it translates to 'I like apples and bananas'. It can also indicate a range, like 'up to a certain point'.
You can use 及 to connect two subjects or actions, such as in the phrase '我及我的朋友都去' (Wǒ jí wǒ de péngyǒu dōu qù) meaning 'My friend and I both go.'
While it is primarily used in written Chinese, you may hear it in formal speeches or presentations.
Yes, 及 can connect multiple items, but it's less common; you might prefer using 和 for clarity in casual contexts.
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