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资格 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
资格zīgéqualificationsHSK 5, n, 20 strokes, rank #2421, Hard
资格zīgéseniorityHSK 5, n, 20 strokes, rank #2421, Hard
zīgé(zi1ge2) T1
  1. 1qualifications
  2. 2seniority
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March 24, 2026

资格(資格)zīgé(zi1ge2)

资格 (zī gé) refers to the qualifications or credentials that one possesses, often necessary for a specific role or task. It can also imply seniority or the status that comes with experience and training. This term is commonly used in professional contexts, such as job applications or academic settings.

Strokes20Frequency#2421DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, educational qualifications and formal certifications are highly valued, often determining one's career opportunities and social status. The emphasis on 资格 reflects the importance placed on merit and formal education in Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Think of 资格 as 'zī' sounding like 'see' and 'gé' reminding you of 'gauge.' Imagine gauging someone's qualifications by what you can see on their resume. The character 资 (zī) has the radical for 'money' which can represent the value of qualifications, while 格 (gé) suggests a standard or framework.

Meanings of 资格

zīgé(zi1ge2)
1qualifications
2seniority
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About 资格

资格Simplified
資格Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2421Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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AI Study Notes for 资格

Quick Contrast

资格 (qualification) vs 条件 (condition) — choose 资格 when referring specifically to qualifications required for a role, not just any general condition.

Usage Notes

In formal contexts, 资格 is often used to discuss required qualifications for jobs or certifications. Avoid confusing it with similar terms like 能力 (néng lì), which means 'ability.' Common collocations include '资格证' (certificate of qualifications) and '资格考试' (qualifying exam). Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing either can lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

At HSK Level 5, students should focus on using 资格 in various contexts, especially in relation to job qualifications and educational credentials. It's a key term for discussions about career advancement and professional requirements, linking well with other Level 5 vocabulary about work and study.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 资格 with 资历 (zī lì), which refers to one's experience or seniority rather than formal qualifications. For example, saying '我的资历不够' (My qualifications are not enough) is incorrect; it should be '我的资格不够.'

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Component Characters

资zīresources
HSK 510 strokes贝
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格gésquare
HSK 710 strokes木
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How to say qualifications in Chinese

“qualifications” in Chinese is资格zīgé

资格 (zī gé) refers to the qualifications or credentials that one possesses, often necessary for a specific role or task. It can also imply seniority or the status that comes with experience and training. This term is commonly used in professional contexts, such as job applications or academic settings.

When to use 资格

In formal contexts, 资格 is often used to discuss required qualifications for jobs or certifications. Avoid confusing it with similar terms like 能力 (néng lì), which means 'ability.' Common collocations include '资格证' (certificate of qualifications) and '资格考试' (qualifying exam). Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing either can lead to confusion.

资格 or something close to it

资格 (qualification) vs 条件 (condition) — choose 资格 when referring specifically to qualifications required for a role, not just any general condition.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 资格 with 资历 (zī lì), which refers to one's experience or seniority rather than formal qualifications. For example, saying '我的资历不够' (My qualifications are not enough) is incorrect; it should be '我的资格不够.'

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Frequently Asked Questions about 资格

资格 refers specifically to qualifications and credentials, while 能力 refers to one's abilities or skills.

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