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March 24, 2026
纪念(紀念)jìniàn(ji4nian4)
纪念 (jì niàn) means to commemorate or to remember someone or something significant, often associated with ceremonies or special occasions. It is commonly used to refer to events or individuals that hold historical or emotional importance, such as anniversaries or memorials.
Strokes14Frequency#2882DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, commemorative events like 清明节 (Qingming Festival) are significant for honoring ancestors, showcasing the importance of memory and respect for the past.
Memory Tip
Think of 纪念 as '记' (to remember) and '念' (to think about or reflect). Imagine a person writing down memories (记) in a big book (念), symbolizing the act of remembering and honoring important events.
Meanings of 纪念
jìniàn(ji4nian4)
1to commemorate
2to remember
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About 纪念
纪念Simplified
紀念Traditional
14Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2882Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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纪念 (jìniàn) vs 怀念 (huáiniàn) — use 纪念 for formal commemorations or events, while 怀念 conveys a sense of nostalgia or longing for someone or something from the past.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 纪念, as both characters are fourth tone. The word is often paired with other nouns, such as 纪念日 (commemoration day) or 纪念品 (commemorative items). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 纪念 connects with other terms related to memory and significance, such as 想念 (xiǎng niàn - to miss). Students should practice using it in sentences about historical events or personal memories to deepen their understanding.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is to confuse 纪念 with 记住 (jì zhù - to remember). For example, saying '我想纪念这个人' (I want to remember this person) is incorrect; instead, use '我想记住这个人'.
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纪念 (jì niàn) means to commemorate or to remember someone or something significant, often associated with ceremonies or special occasions. It is commonly used to refer to events or individuals that hold historical or emotional importance, such as anniversaries or memorials.
When to use 纪念
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 纪念, as both characters are fourth tone. The word is often paired with other nouns, such as 纪念日 (commemoration day) or 纪念品 (commemorative items). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.
纪念 or something close to it
纪念 (jìniàn) vs 怀念 (huáiniàn) — use 纪念 for formal commemorations or events, while 怀念 conveys a sense of nostalgia or longing for someone or something from the past.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is to confuse 纪念 with 记住 (jì zhù - to remember). For example, saying '我想纪念这个人' (I want to remember this person) is incorrect; instead, use '我想记住这个人'.
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Grammar Patterns of 纪念
纪念 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.
