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缓解 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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缓解
huǎnjiě
to blunt
HSK 5, v, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to dull
HSK 5, v, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to ease
HSK 5, v, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to help relieve (a crisis)
HSK 5, v, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to alleviate (pain)
HSK 5, v, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to bring relief
HSK 5, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to alleviate (a crisis)
HSK 5, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
缓解
huǎnjiě
to dull (a pain)
HSK 5, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #7992, Hard
huǎnjiě(huan3jie3)huan jie T3
1to blunt
2to dull
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March 24, 2026
缓解(緩解)huǎnjiě(huan3jie3)
缓解 (huǎnjiě) refers to the act of easing or alleviating a situation, particularly in contexts of pain, stress, or crises. It is commonly used when discussing medical conditions, emotional distress, or mitigating difficult circumstances in various settings, such as healthcare or conflict resolution.
Strokes25Frequency#7992DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 缓解 is often linked to traditional medicine practices, where relieving pain and stress is essential for overall well-being. Techniques such as acupuncture or herbal remedies are frequently discussed in relation to 缓解 symptoms.
Memory tip
Think of 缓解 as a 'softening' of a problem. The character 缓 (huǎn) resembles a cushion that 'softens' the impact of something hard, while 解 (jiě) means to 'untie' or 'resolve'. Imagine a cushion gently easing the pain away, making it easier to bear.
Meanings of 缓解
huǎnjiě(huan3jie3)
1to blunt
2to dull
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About 缓解
缓解Simplified
緩解Traditional
25Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7992Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
减轻 (jiǎnqīng) - use 缓解 when referring specifically to easing conditions or situations, while 减轻 is more general for reducing severity.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 缓解 with similar words like 减轻 (jiǎnqīng), which means to lessen but is less focused on alleviation. This term is more formal and is frequently used in written contexts, such as medical reports or formal discussions. Pay attention to the tone when pronouncing it: 缓 has a rising tone, while 解 has a falling tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 缓解 connects with other terms related to health and emotional well-being, such as 疼痛 (téngtòng, pain) and 幸福 (xìngfú, happiness). Students should practice using it in sentences to describe various scenarios where alleviation is needed.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 缓解 in a context that requires a stronger term like 消除 (xiāochú, eliminate). For example, saying '缓解困难' (huǎnjiě kùnnán, ease difficulties) is less appropriate than '消除困难' (xiāochú kùnnán, eliminate difficulties).
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缓解 (huǎnjiě) refers to the act of easing or alleviating a situation, particularly in contexts of pain, stress, or crises. It is commonly used when discussing medical conditions, emotional distress, or mitigating difficult circumstances in various settings, such as healthcare or conflict resolution.
When to use 缓解
Learners often confuse 缓解 with similar words like 减轻 (jiǎnqīng), which means to lessen but is less focused on alleviation. This term is more formal and is frequently used in written contexts, such as medical reports or formal discussions. Pay attention to the tone when pronouncing it: 缓 has a rising tone, while 解 has a falling tone.
缓解 or something close to it
减轻 (jiǎnqīng) - use 缓解 when referring specifically to easing conditions or situations, while 减轻 is more general for reducing severity.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 缓解 in a context that requires a stronger term like 消除 (xiāochú, eliminate). For example, saying '缓解困难' (huǎnjiě kùnnán, ease difficulties) is less appropriate than '消除困难' (xiāochú kùnnán, eliminate difficulties).
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Grammar patterns of 缓解
缓解 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 8 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.
