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March 24, 2026
促进(促進)cùjìn(cu4jin4)
促进 (cù jìn) means to promote or advance something, typically in the context of ideas, causes, or progress. It is commonly used in discussions about development, improvement, and support, often in social, economic, or educational contexts.
Strokes16Frequency#12022DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 促进 is vital in governmental policies aimed at economic development and social progress, such as the 'Belt and Road Initiative' which seeks to promote trade and cultural exchange.
Memory Tip
Think of 促进 as 'to boost' something forward. The character 促 (cù) resembles two people pushing something ahead, while 进 (jìn) means 'to enter' or 'to advance.' Imagine two supporters pushing an idea forward into a brighter future.
Meanings of 促进
cùjìn(cu4jin4)
1to promote (an idea or cause)
2to advance
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About 促进
促进Simplified
促進Traditional
16Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#12022Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
促进 (cù jìn) vs 推动 (tuī dòng) — use 促进 for promoting ideas or causes, while 推动 emphasizes driving or pushing forward actions or initiatives.
Usage Notes
When using 促进, be mindful of its context; it is often used in formal situations, such as government initiatives or business strategies. A common mistake is to confuse it with 促进 (cù jìn) and 促进 (cù jìn), which is a different phrase. Always remember to use the correct tone to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 促进 connects well with other words related to development and progress, such as 发展 (fā zhǎn, to develop) and 提高 (tí gāo, to improve). Focus on using it in sentences that describe advancements in various fields.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 促进 with 促进 (cù jìn) and use it incorrectly in casual conversations. For example, saying '我促进去商店' (I promote to the store) instead of '我去商店' (I am going to the store) is incorrect.
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How to say to promote (an idea or cause) in Chinese
“to promote (an idea or cause)” in Chinese is促进cùjìn
促进 (cù jìn) means to promote or advance something, typically in the context of ideas, causes, or progress. It is commonly used in discussions about development, improvement, and support, often in social, economic, or educational contexts.
When to use 促进
When using 促进, be mindful of its context; it is often used in formal situations, such as government initiatives or business strategies. A common mistake is to confuse it with 促进 (cù jìn) and 促进 (cù jìn), which is a different phrase. Always remember to use the correct tone to avoid confusion.
促进 or something close to it
促进 (cù jìn) vs 推动 (tuī dòng) — use 促进 for promoting ideas or causes, while 推动 emphasizes driving or pushing forward actions or initiatives.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 促进 with 促进 (cù jìn) and use it incorrectly in casual conversations. For example, saying '我促进去商店' (I promote to the store) instead of '我去商店' (I am going to the store) is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 促进
促进 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 3 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.
