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一致 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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一致
yízhì
unanimous
HSK 5, d, 11 strokes, rank #2260, Hard
一致
yízhì
identical (views or opinions)
HSK 5, d, 11 strokes, rank #2260, Hard
yízhì(yi2zhi4)yi zhi T1
1unanimous
2identical (views or opinions)
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March 24, 2026
一致yízhì(yi2zhi4)
一致 (yīzhì) refers to a state of agreement or uniformity among people or opinions. It is commonly used in contexts such as discussions, meetings, or surveys where consensus is important, conveying the idea that all parties hold the same view or decision.
Strokes11Frequency#2260DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, reaching a consensus is highly valued in both social and business settings, reflecting the importance of harmony and collective decision-making. The concept of 一致 is often seen in practices like '团圆' (tuányuán), which emphasizes unity.
Memory tip
Think of 一 (yī) as a single line representing unity, and 致 (zhì) as a pathway leading to consensus. Visualize a group of people standing in a straight line, all agreeing on the same point, to remember that 一致 means unanimous or identical.
Meanings of 一致
yízhì(yi2zhi4)
1unanimous
2identical (views or opinions)
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About 一致
一致Simplified
11Strokes
—Radical
副形词xíngróngcíadj-adverb (adj.-adv.)Part of Speech
#2260Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
一致 (yīzhì) vs 相同 (xiāngtóng) — use 一致 for agreement or consensus, while 相同 emphasizes identicality without the aspect of agreement.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 一致 with similar terms like 相同 (xiāngtóng) which means 'the same' but can refer to objects rather than opinions. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, so adjust your tone accordingly. Common collocations include '意见一致' (yìjiàn yīzhì) meaning 'opinions一致'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 一致 connects well with other words expressing agreement or similarity, such as 同意 (tóngyì) and 相同 (xiāngtóng). Focus on using it in phrases to describe group opinions or decisions to reinforce your understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 一致 in contexts where they should use 相同, leading to phrases like '他们的看法是相同的' (tāmen de kànfǎ shì xiāngtóng de) instead of '他们的看法是一致的' (tāmen de kànfǎ shì yīzhì de). Remember, 一致 conveys agreement, not just sameness.
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一致 (yīzhì) refers to a state of agreement or uniformity among people or opinions. It is commonly used in contexts such as discussions, meetings, or surveys where consensus is important, conveying the idea that all parties hold the same view or decision.
When to use 一致
Be careful not to confuse 一致 with similar terms like 相同 (xiāngtóng) which means 'the same' but can refer to objects rather than opinions. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, so adjust your tone accordingly. Common collocations include '意见一致' (yìjiàn yīzhì) meaning 'opinions一致'.
一致 or something close to it
一致 (yīzhì) vs 相同 (xiāngtóng) — use 一致 for agreement or consensus, while 相同 emphasizes identicality without the aspect of agreement.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 一致 in contexts where they should use 相同, leading to phrases like '他们的看法是相同的' (tāmen de kànfǎ shì xiāngtóng de) instead of '他们的看法是一致的' (tāmen de kànfǎ shì yīzhì de). Remember, 一致 conveys agreement, not just sameness.
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Grammar patterns of 一致
一致 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. 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.
