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March 24, 2026
关注(關注)guānzhù(guan1zhu4)
The term 关注 (guānzhù) means to pay attention to or to concern oneself with something. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is following developments closely, such as news, social media, or personal interests. The nuance implies a sustained interest rather than a fleeting glance.
Frequency#1898DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, especially with the rise of social media, 关注 has become a key term related to how individuals follow influencers, public figures, or news events. It reflects the importance of being informed and engaged in societal issues.
Memory Tip
Imagine a friend who is always 'watching' your life closely, like a 'guardian' (guan) who is 'zhu' (住) — staying nearby. The character 关注 combines the 'watch' radical with the idea of 'staying' or 'living,' helping you remember that it means to keep a close eye on something.
Meanings of 关注
guānzhù(guan1zhu4)
1to pay attention to
2to follow sth closely
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About 关注
关注Simplified
關注Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL3YCTL4HSKKL2BCT✓CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
关注 (guānzhù) vs 注意 (zhùyì) — use 关注 for sustained interest or concern, while 注意 implies a more immediate or general attention.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a friend who is always 'watching' your life closely, like a 'guardian' (guan) who is 'zhu' (住) — staying nearby. The character 关注 combines the 'watch' radical with the idea of 'staying' or 'living,' helping you remember that it means to keep a close eye on something.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of using 关注 in appropriate contexts; it is often used in formal or written language rather than casual conversation. Common collocations include 关注新闻 (pay attention to the news) and 关注问题 (concern regarding an issue). Avoid confusing it with the more casual 看 (kàn), which simply means to look.
HSK Study Tips
Although 关注 is not an HSK word, it fits well with intermediate vocabulary focusing on expressing opinions and giving attention to social issues. Students should practice using it in sentences that reflect current events or personal interests to deepen understanding.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, especially with the rise of social media, 关注 has become a key term related to how individuals follow influencers, public figures, or news events. It reflects the importance of being informed and engaged in societal issues.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 关注 with 知道 (zhīdào), which means 'to know.' For example, saying '我关注他知道' (I pay attention to him knowing) is incorrect. Instead, use '我关注他' (I pay attention to him).
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Cultural Notes for 关注
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In modern Chinese society, especially with the rise of social media, 关注 has become a key term related to how individuals follow influencers, public figures, or news events. It reflects the importance of being informed and engaged in societal issues.
Frequently Asked Questions about 关注
No, while both mean to pay attention, 关注 implies a deeper, ongoing interest, whereas 注意 simply means to notice.
Yes, but it is more commonly found in written language or formal speech.
You can say, '我关注这个问题很久了' (I have been paying attention to this issue for a long time).
