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检 (jiǎn) vs 查 (chá) — use 檢 for thorough inspections, while 查 is more about checking or investigating.
Be cautious with the tone; jiǎn is pronounced with a third tone, which can be confused with other similar-sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, such as governmental inspections (检查). Common collocations include '安全检查' (safety inspection) and '质量检查' (quality check).
While 檢 is not in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for intermediate learners to connect with other words related to examination and checking, such as 检查 (jiǎnchá). Focus on using it in practical sentences to reinforce its meaning and usage.
Learners often confuse 檢 with 检 (the simplified version), leading to incorrect writing in contexts where traditional characters are required. For example, writing '检查' (check) instead of '檢查' in formal documents when traditional characters are expected.
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Etymology of 檢
Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 佥 represents the sound. Simplified form of 檢.
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Origin
檢 = 木 + 僉. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 檢
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How to say to check, to examine, to inspect in Chinese
“to check, to examine, to inspect” in Chinese is檢
The character 檢 (jiǎn) means 'to check,' 'to examine,' or 'to inspect.' It is commonly used in contexts such as quality control, security checks, and medical examinations. The nuance of this character involves a careful, thorough approach to looking for flaws or ensuring accuracy.
When to use 檢
Be cautious with the tone; jiǎn is pronounced with a third tone, which can be confused with other similar-sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, such as governmental inspections (检查). Common collocations include '安全检查' (safety inspection) and '质量检查' (quality check).
檢 or something close to it
检 (jiǎn) vs 查 (chá) — use 檢 for thorough inspections, while 查 is more about checking or investigating.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 檢 with 检 (the simplified version), leading to incorrect writing in contexts where traditional characters are required. For example, writing '检查' (check) instead of '檢查' in formal documents when traditional characters are expected.
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Frequently asked questions about 檢
You might hear it in phrases like '我要檢查一下' (I want to check something) when confirming details.
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