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March 24, 2026
实践(實踐)shíjiàn(shi2jian4)
实践 (shíjiàn) refers to the act of practicing or putting theory into action. It is commonly used in contexts such as education, work, and personal development, emphasizing the importance of experience and application over mere theoretical knowledge.
Strokes20Frequency#8861DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 实践 is deeply rooted in the value placed on experiential learning and self-cultivation, reflecting the Confucian belief that knowledge must be applied to be truly valuable.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'shy' person (shí) stepping out of their comfort zone to 'practice' (jiàn) speaking in public. The character 实 (shí) looks like a person standing firm, representing reality, while 践 (jiàn) can be visualized as stepping on the ground to signify taking action.
Meanings of 实践
shíjiàn(shi2jian4)
1to practice
2to put into practice
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About 实践
实践Simplified
實踐Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#8861Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
实践 (shíjiàn) vs 练习 (liànxí) — use 实践 for applying knowledge in real situations, while 练习 focuses on repetitive practice to improve skills.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 实践 with related terms like 实际 (shíjì), which means 'actual' or 'real'. The word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often collocating with terms like '经验' (experience) or '理论' (theory). Pay attention to tone pronunciation, as mispronouncing either syllable can lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 实践 connects well with other vocabulary related to learning and application, such as 学习 (xuéxí - to study) and 理论 (lǐlùn - theory). Focus on using it in sentences that highlight the contrast between theory and practice.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 实践 in place of 经验 (experience) when they want to refer to past experiences rather than the act of practicing. For example, saying '我有很多实践' (I have a lot of practice) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) is incorrect.
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实践 (shíjiàn) refers to the act of practicing or putting theory into action. It is commonly used in contexts such as education, work, and personal development, emphasizing the importance of experience and application over mere theoretical knowledge.
When to use 实践
Be careful not to confuse 实践 with related terms like 实际 (shíjì), which means 'actual' or 'real'. The word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often collocating with terms like '经验' (experience) or '理论' (theory). Pay attention to tone pronunciation, as mispronouncing either syllable can lead to confusion.
实践 or something close to it
实践 (shíjiàn) vs 练习 (liànxí) — use 实践 for applying knowledge in real situations, while 练习 focuses on repetitive practice to improve skills.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 实践 in place of 经验 (experience) when they want to refer to past experiences rather than the act of practicing. For example, saying '我有很多实践' (I have a lot of practice) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 实践
实践 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 6 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.
