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客观 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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客观
kèguān
objective
HSK 5, n, 15 strokes, rank #8103, Hard
客观
kèguān
impartial
HSK 5, n, 15 strokes, rank #8103, Hard
kèguān(ke4guan1)ke guan T4
1objective
2impartial
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March 24, 2026
客观(客觀)kèguān(ke4guan1)
The term '客观' (kèguān) refers to an objective or impartial perspective, often used in contexts involving analysis, judgment, or evaluation. It emphasizes the importance of basing conclusions on facts rather than personal feelings or opinions, making it vital in academic, professional, and scientific discussions.
Strokes15Frequency#8103DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of objectivity is highly valued in academic and professional settings, reflecting a broader emphasis on collective consensus and factual evidence in decision-making processes.
Memory tip
Imagine a客 (kè) 'guest' who observes a situation with an impartial eye, taking in all details without bias. The '观' (guān) component can be linked to 'viewing' or 'observing,' suggesting that the guest is seeing things as they are, objectively.
Meanings of 客观
kèguān(ke4guan1)
1objective
2impartial
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About 客观
客观Simplified
客觀Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#8103Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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✓ 客观 (objective) vs 主观 (subjective) — use 客观 when emphasizing impartiality over personal feelings.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing '客观' with '主观' (subjective), leading to incorrect descriptions of perspectives. This term is more formal and often appears in academic writing, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Be cautious with tone; mispronouncing the fourth tone in '客' can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '客观' connects with other terms related to analysis and evaluation, such as '分析' (fēnxī - analysis) and '判断' (pànduàn - judgment). Students should focus on using it in sentences that describe assessments or opinions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use '客观' in informal contexts, leading to awkward phrases. For example, saying '我觉得这是客观的' (I think this is objective) is better expressed as '这在客观上是正确的' (This is objectively correct).
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The term '客观' (kèguān) refers to an objective or impartial perspective, often used in contexts involving analysis, judgment, or evaluation. It emphasizes the importance of basing conclusions on facts rather than personal feelings or opinions, making it vital in academic, professional, and scientific discussions.
When to use 客观
Common mistakes include confusing '客观' with '主观' (subjective), leading to incorrect descriptions of perspectives. This term is more formal and often appears in academic writing, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Be cautious with tone; mispronouncing the fourth tone in '客' can change the meaning.
客观 or something close to it
✓ 客观 (objective) vs 主观 (subjective) — use 客观 when emphasizing impartiality over personal feelings.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use '客观' in informal contexts, leading to awkward phrases. For example, saying '我觉得这是客观的' (I think this is objective) is better expressed as '这在客观上是正确的' (This is objectively correct).
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Grammar patterns of 客观
客观 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.
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这有助于他们从所面临的问题中跳出来，变得更____一些。
It helps them detach themselves from their problems and become more objective.
Example sentences for 客观 (10)
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这有助于他们从所面临的问题中跳出来，变得更客观一些。
zhè yǒuzhùyú tāmen cóng suǒ miànlín de wèntí zhōng tiào chūlái， biàn de gèng kèguān yìxiē。
It helps them detach themselves from their problems and become more objective.
