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国际 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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国际
guójì
international
HSK 4, n, 15 strokes, rank #2308, Medium
guójì(guo2ji4)guo ji T2
1international
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March 24, 2026
国际(國際)guójì(guo2ji4)
The term '国际' (guó jì) means 'international,' referring to anything that involves multiple countries or pertains to relations between nations. It is commonly used in contexts such as international trade, diplomacy, and global events, highlighting the interconnectedness of countries.
Strokes15Frequency#2308DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
'国际' is frequently encountered in discussions about China's role in global affairs, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to enhance international cooperation and connectivity.
Memory tip
Imagine a globe (representing '国', which means country) surrounded by various flags from different nations. The sound 'guó' (国) is like 'glo' in 'globe,' while '际' (jì) sounds like 'jetty,' where ships from different countries meet. Together, they create the image of international waters where nations converge.
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Quick Contrast
国际 (guójì) vs 乡村 (xiāngcūn): Use 国际 when discussing matters involving multiple countries, whereas 乡村 refers specifically to rural or countryside contexts.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the pronunciation of '国际'; the second syllable ('际') has a falling tone, which can be easily mispronounced. This term is more formal and often used in academic or official contexts. Common collocations include '国际关系' (international relations) and '国际贸易' (international trade).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, '国际' connects with other vocabulary related to travel, culture, and economy at this level. Students should practice using it in sentences about global topics to reinforce understanding and usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '国际' with '国内' (guó nèi), which means 'domestic.' For example, saying '国际市场' (international market) when referring to local markets is incorrect; it should be '国内市场' (domestic market).
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The term '国际' (guó jì) means 'international,' referring to anything that involves multiple countries or pertains to relations between nations. It is commonly used in contexts such as international trade, diplomacy, and global events, highlighting the interconnectedness of countries.
When to use 国际
Be cautious with the pronunciation of '国际'; the second syllable ('际') has a falling tone, which can be easily mispronounced. This term is more formal and often used in academic or official contexts. Common collocations include '国际关系' (international relations) and '国际贸易' (international trade).
国际 or something close to it
国际 (guójì) vs 乡村 (xiāngcūn): Use 国际 when discussing matters involving multiple countries, whereas 乡村 refers specifically to rural or countryside contexts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '国际' with '国内' (guó nèi), which means 'domestic.' For example, saying '国际市场' (international market) when referring to local markets is incorrect; it should be '国内市场' (domestic market).
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Grammar patterns of 国际
国际 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
