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March 24, 2026
承受chéngshòu(cheng2shou4)
The verb 承受 (chéngshòu) means to bear or support something, whether it be a physical weight, emotional burden, or responsibility. It can also refer to inheriting something, such as property or traits, from someone else, often used in both a literal and metaphorical sense.
Strokes16Frequency#2218DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 承受 is often linked to family responsibilities and the expectation of carrying on family legacies, especially regarding inheritance of property and values. This highlights the importance of familial duty in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong person (承) holding up a heavy load (受) on their shoulders. This visual represents the act of bearing or supporting something. The character 承 suggests 'to accept' or 'to carry,' while 受 emphasizes 'receiving' or 'enduring,' together capturing the essence of bearing burdens.
Meanings of 承受
chéngshòu(cheng2shou4)
1to bear
2to support
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About 承受
承受Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2218Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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承受 (chéngshòu) vs 负担 (fùdān): use 承受 when emphasizing the act of bearing or enduring something, while 负担 focuses more on the burden or load itself.
Usage Notes
When using 承受, be mindful of the context; it can convey both physical and emotional meanings. Avoid confusion with similar words like 承担 (chéngdān), which specifically means 'to undertake' or 'to take on responsibility.' This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 承受 connects to other vocabulary related to responsibility and endurance. Students should focus on its application in various contexts, particularly in discussions about emotional resilience or inheritance, to deepen understanding of its nuances.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 承受 with 承担 (chéngdān), leading to incorrect usage. For instance, saying '我承受责任' (wǒ chéngshòu zérèn) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我承担责任' (wǒ chéngdān zérèn), which means 'I take on responsibility.'
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The verb 承受 (chéngshòu) means to bear or support something, whether it be a physical weight, emotional burden, or responsibility. It can also refer to inheriting something, such as property or traits, from someone else, often used in both a literal and metaphorical sense.
When to use 承受
When using 承受, be mindful of the context; it can convey both physical and emotional meanings. Avoid confusion with similar words like 承担 (chéngdān), which specifically means 'to undertake' or 'to take on responsibility.' This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts.
承受 or something close to it
承受 (chéngshòu) vs 负担 (fùdān): use 承受 when emphasizing the act of bearing or enduring something, while 负担 focuses more on the burden or load itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 承受 with 承担 (chéngdān), leading to incorrect usage. For instance, saying '我承受责任' (wǒ chéngshòu zérèn) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我承担责任' (wǒ chéngdān zérèn), which means 'I take on responsibility.'
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Grammar Patterns of 承受
承受 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
你忽视了你所____的压力及它带给你的后果。
You overlook the pressure you're under and what it does to you.
Example Sentences for 承受 (10)
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你忽视了你所承受的压力及它带给你的后果。
nǐ hū shì le nǐ suǒ chéng shòu de yā lì jí tā dài gěi nǐ de hòu guǒ。
You overlook the pressure you're under and what it does to you.
