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重视 (zhòngshì) — use 注重 when emphasizing the act of paying attention, while 重视 tends to imply a stronger sense of valuing or regarding something as important.
Learners often confuse 注重 with similar verbs like 重视 (to value) or 注意 (to notice), but 注重 specifically implies a deeper level of importance or focus. It is generally used in formal contexts and is often paired with nouns that denote the aspects being emphasized, such as 注重质量 (to emphasize quality).
As an HSK 6 word, 注重 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to prioritization and attention. Focus on using it in sentences that illustrate what you emphasize in your studies or work, and practice distinguishing it from similar verbs.
Learners often misuse 注重 by applying it to contexts that require a lighter touch, such as saying '我注重看电视' (I emphasize watching TV), which sounds awkward. Instead, use it for significant priorities like '我注重健康' (I emphasize health).
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How to say to pay attention to in Chinese
“to pay attention to” in Chinese is注重
注重 means to pay attention to or emphasize something significant. It is commonly used in contexts where prioritizing certain aspects, values, or details is important, such as in education, work, or personal development.
When to use 注重
Learners often confuse 注重 with similar verbs like 重视 (to value) or 注意 (to notice), but 注重 specifically implies a deeper level of importance or focus. It is generally used in formal contexts and is often paired with nouns that denote the aspects being emphasized, such as 注重质量 (to emphasize quality).
注重 or something close to it
重视 (zhòngshì) — use 注重 when emphasizing the act of paying attention, while 重视 tends to imply a stronger sense of valuing or regarding something as important.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 注重 by applying it to contexts that require a lighter touch, such as saying '我注重看电视' (I emphasize watching TV), which sounds awkward. Instead, use it for significant priorities like '我注重健康' (I emphasize health).
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Grammar Patterns of 注重
注重 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 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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While it can be used in casual settings, it is more commonly found in formal contexts, so it's best to reserve it for discussions where emphasis is important.
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