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March 24, 2026
巧克力qiǎokèlì(qiao3ke4li4)
巧克力 (qiǎo kè lì) refers to chocolate, a popular sweet treat made from cocoa. It is commonly used in various contexts, including food, desserts, and gifts. The term is a loanword from English, reflecting the global influence of chocolate in Chinese cuisine and culture.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, chocolate has gained popularity as a gift, especially during festivals like Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year. It symbolizes affection and sweetness, often packaged elegantly for presentation.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clever chef (巧, qiǎo) baking a rich chocolate cake (克, kè) with a touch of sweetness (力, lì). Visualize the chef skillfully mixing cocoa and sugar, and remember that巧克力 sounds like 'chocolate' while evoking the image of a talented cook mastering this delightful treat.
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Usage Notes
When using 巧克力, be aware that it is generally informal and commonly used in everyday conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with the word for 'cocoa' (可可, kě kě). It is often used with the measure word 块 (kuài), for example, 一块巧克力 (yī kuài qiǎo kè lì) meaning 'a piece of chocolate'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 巧克力 connects to other food-related vocabulary and common expressions. Students should focus on its pronunciation and usage in sentences, especially in contexts related to dining or gifting.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 巧克力 by placing the wrong tones, such as saying qiào kè lì instead of qiǎo kè lì. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it as a generic term for sweets instead of specifically referring to chocolate.
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巧克力 (qiǎo kè lì) refers to chocolate, a popular sweet treat made from cocoa. It is commonly used in various contexts, including food, desserts, and gifts. The term is a loanword from English, reflecting the global influence of chocolate in Chinese cuisine and culture.
When to use 巧克力
When using 巧克力, be aware that it is generally informal and commonly used in everyday conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with the word for 'cocoa' (可可, kě kě). It is often used with the measure word 块 (kuài), for example, 一块巧克力 (yī kuài qiǎo kè lì) meaning 'a piece of chocolate'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 巧克力 by placing the wrong tones, such as saying qiào kè lì instead of qiǎo kè lì. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it as a generic term for sweets instead of specifically referring to chocolate.
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Grammar Patterns of 巧克力
巧克力 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.
