Meanings of 重视
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AI Study Notes for 重视
关注 (guānzhù) - use 重视 when indicating a deeper level of importance or value attached, while 关注 implies a more general awareness or concern.
A common mistake is to confuse 重视 with 重要 (zhòngyào), which means 'important' but does not imply the act of valuing. Use 重视 in contexts requiring emphasis on importance, such as in education or relationships. Be mindful of tone; it is pronounced with a fourth tone (重) followed by a fourth tone (视).
As an HSK Level 4 word, 重视 connects well with other verbs that express actions or attitudes, such as 关注 (guānzhù, to pay attention to) and 尊重 (zūnzhòng, to respect). Focus on using 重视 in sentences that reflect personal or social values.
Learners often mistakenly use 重视 when they mean to say 'important' instead of 'to value'. For example, saying '这件事重视' instead of '这件事重要' (This matter is important) is incorrect. Correct it to '这件事很重要'.
Pronunciation of 重视
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Component Characters
How to say to attach importance to sth in Chinese
“to attach importance to sth” in Chinese is重视
重视 (zhòngshì) means to attach importance to something or to value it highly. This word is commonly used in contexts where prioritizing or emphasizing the significance of an idea, task, or relationship is necessary. It conveys a sense of acknowledgment and respect towards the subject in question.
When to use 重视
A common mistake is to confuse 重视 with 重要 (zhòngyào), which means 'important' but does not imply the act of valuing. Use 重视 in contexts requiring emphasis on importance, such as in education or relationships. Be mindful of tone; it is pronounced with a fourth tone (重) followed by a fourth tone (视).
重视 or something close to it
关注 (guānzhù) - use 重视 when indicating a deeper level of importance or value attached, while 关注 implies a more general awareness or concern.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 重视 when they mean to say 'important' instead of 'to value'. For example, saying '这件事重视' instead of '这件事重要' (This matter is important) is incorrect. Correct it to '这件事很重要'.
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Grammar Patterns of 重视
重视 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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.
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自古以来，中国人就非常____教育。
Since ancient times, Chinese people have placed great importance on education.
Example Sentences for 重视 (4)
Frequently Asked Questions about 重视
Yes, 重视 is versatile and can be used in both formal discussions and casual conversations.
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