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March 24, 2026
介绍(介紹)jièshào(jie4shao4)
The verb 介绍 (jièshào) means 'to introduce' someone or something to another person. It is commonly used in social settings when meeting new people or when presenting information about a topic or individual, such as in job interviews or formal meetings.
Strokes12Frequency#1136DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, formal introductions are important, especially in business settings. Using 介绍 appropriately can reflect respect and professionalism, which are valued in social and business interactions.
Memory Tip
Imagine the characters 介 (jiè) and 紹 (shào) as two friends meeting at a coffee shop to introduce each other. The first character suggests a connection (介), while the second character emphasizes the act of sharing (紹). Together, they create a scene of friendly introductions!
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推荐 (tuījiàn) - use 介绍 (jièshào) when presenting someone for a meeting or introduction, while 推荐 (tuījiàn) is used for recommending something.
Usage Notes
Be cautious of the tone: 介绍 is pronounced with a falling then rising tone (jiè shào). Common mistakes include using it in overly formal contexts when a casual phrase would suffice. It often collocates with nouns like '人' (person) or '情况' (situation).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 2 word, 介绍 connects well with other verbs related to communication, such as 说 (to speak) or 聊 (to chat). Focus on using it in sentences to practice introducing people or topics.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 介绍 with 认识 (rènshi), which means 'to know' someone. For example, saying '我介绍你' (Wǒ jièshào nǐ) should be '我想让你认识他' (Wǒ xiǎng ràng nǐ rènshi tā) for clarity.
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The verb 介绍 (jièshào) means 'to introduce' someone or something to another person. It is commonly used in social settings when meeting new people or when presenting information about a topic or individual, such as in job interviews or formal meetings.
When to use 介绍
Be cautious of the tone: 介绍 is pronounced with a falling then rising tone (jiè shào). Common mistakes include using it in overly formal contexts when a casual phrase would suffice. It often collocates with nouns like '人' (person) or '情况' (situation).
介绍 or something close to it
推荐 (tuījiàn) - use 介绍 (jièshào) when presenting someone for a meeting or introduction, while 推荐 (tuījiàn) is used for recommending something.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 介绍 with 认识 (rènshi), which means 'to know' someone. For example, saying '我介绍你' (Wǒ jièshào nǐ) should be '我想让你认识他' (Wǒ xiǎng ràng nǐ rènshi tā) for clarity.
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Grammar Patterns of 介绍
介绍 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 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.
