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March 24, 2026
经验(經驗)jīngyàn(jing1yan4)
经验 (jīngyàn) refers to knowledge or skills acquired through direct experience. It is commonly used in contexts such as work, education, and personal growth, indicating practical know-how rather than theoretical understanding.
Strokes18Frequency#1793DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, practical experience is highly valued, often more than theoretical knowledge. This belief is reflected in the emphasis on internships and apprenticeships in education, where students are encouraged to gain real-world experience.
Memory Tip
Think of '经验' as a journey through a 'valley' (the radical '山' represents a mountain, and here it's like climbing up from the valley of ignorance to the mountain of knowledge). Imagine gaining 'experience' as you navigate through this valley, learning from each twist and turn, helping you remember 'jing1 yan4' as the sound of your footsteps echoing in the valley.
Meanings of 经验
jīngyàn(jing1yan4)
1to experience
2experience
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About 经验
经验Simplified
經驗Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1793Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
经历 (jīnglì) refers to the events or experiences one has gone through, while 经验 (jīngyàn) emphasizes the knowledge or skills gained from those experiences.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 经验; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, such as job interviews (e.g., '工作经验' meaning work experience) and everyday conversations.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 4, students should focus on using 经验 in both spoken and written contexts. It connects with other vocabulary related to work and education, such as '能力' (ability) and '知识' (knowledge), enhancing your ability to discuss professional and personal growth.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 经验 with 体验, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我有很多体验' (I have a lot of experiences) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) can lead to misunderstandings regarding the type of experience being discussed.
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经验 (jīngyàn) refers to knowledge or skills acquired through direct experience. It is commonly used in contexts such as work, education, and personal growth, indicating practical know-how rather than theoretical understanding.
When to use 经验
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 经验; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, such as job interviews (e.g., '工作经验' meaning work experience) and everyday conversations.
经验 or something close to it
经历 (jīnglì) refers to the events or experiences one has gone through, while 经验 (jīngyàn) emphasizes the knowledge or skills gained from those experiences.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 经验 with 体验, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我有很多体验' (I have a lot of experiences) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) can lead to misunderstandings regarding the type of experience being discussed.
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Grammar Patterns of 经验
经验 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 2 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.
