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March 24, 2026
关心(關心)guānxīn(guan1xin1)
关心 (guān xīn) means to care for someone or something, often reflecting a sense of concern or attentiveness. It is commonly used in contexts where emotional support or interest in someone's well-being is expressed, such as in family, friendships, and professional relationships.
Strokes10Frequency#792DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, showing关心 is essential in maintaining relationships, especially within families. It reflects deeper values of collectivism and social harmony, where individuals prioritize the well-being of others.
Memory Tip
Think of 关 (guān) as a gate that opens to show your heart (心, xīn). Imagine standing at the gate, looking out for a friend who needs help, symbolizing your concern and care. This visual connects the idea of caring with the characters' forms.
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Quick Contrast
关怀 (guān huái) vs 关心 (guān xīn): 关怀 emphasizes a more nurturing or affectionate form of care, while 关心 focuses on concern or attentiveness.
Usage Notes
While 关心 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, be careful not to confuse it with 关怀 (guān huái), which has a more formal connotation. A common mistake is to use it inappropriately with objects, as it is primarily used for people or emotional matters.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 3, students should focus on using 关心 in sentences that express concern for others. It connects well with other Level 3 vocabulary related to emotions and relationships, enhancing conversational skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes incorrectly use 关心 with inanimate subjects, such as saying '我关心这个问题' (I care about this issue) instead of '我关心人们的感受' (I care about people's feelings). Always ensure to use it in appropriate contexts.
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关心 (guān xīn) means to care for someone or something, often reflecting a sense of concern or attentiveness. It is commonly used in contexts where emotional support or interest in someone's well-being is expressed, such as in family, friendships, and professional relationships.
When to use 关心
While 关心 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, be careful not to confuse it with 关怀 (guān huái), which has a more formal connotation. A common mistake is to use it inappropriately with objects, as it is primarily used for people or emotional matters.
关心 or something close to it
关怀 (guān huái) vs 关心 (guān xīn): 关怀 emphasizes a more nurturing or affectionate form of care, while 关心 focuses on concern or attentiveness.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes incorrectly use 关心 with inanimate subjects, such as saying '我关心这个问题' (I care about this issue) instead of '我关心人们的感受' (I care about people's feelings). Always ensure to use it in appropriate contexts.
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Grammar Patterns of 关心
关心 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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.
