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March 24, 2026
进口(進口)jìnkǒu(jin4kou3)
进口 (jìnkǒu) refers to the act of bringing goods or services into a country from abroad. It can also denote an entrance or a point of intake for elements like air or water. This term is commonly used in trade and economic discussions, highlighting the flow of international commerce.
Strokes10Frequency#9306DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 进口 has gained prominence with the country's growing economy and participation in global trade. Major trade fairs and import expos are held annually, reflecting the importance of imported goods in Chinese consumer culture.
Memory Tip
Think of '进口' as a 'jin' (金) coin entering the 'kou' (口) mouth of a country, representing the idea of goods flowing in. Visualize a big mouth welcoming foreign products, enriching local markets.
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Quick Contrast
出口 (chūkǒu) refers to the act of sending goods or services out of a country, while 进口 (jìnkǒu) specifically denotes bringing them in.
Usage Notes
When using 进口, be mindful of the context; it’s often used in formal economic discussions rather than casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with 出口 (chūkǒu), which means 'to export.' Remember the difference: 进口 is about bringing in, while 出口 is about sending out.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 进口 connects with other trade-related vocabulary such as 出口 (export) and 贸易 (trade). Students should focus on understanding its use in economic contexts and practice constructing sentences that involve trade scenarios.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 进口 with 进货 (jìnhuò), which means 'to restock goods.' An incorrect sentence would be '我去进口一些食物' (I’m going to import some food), which should be '我去进货一些食物' if referring to restocking.
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进口 (jìnkǒu) refers to the act of bringing goods or services into a country from abroad. It can also denote an entrance or a point of intake for elements like air or water. This term is commonly used in trade and economic discussions, highlighting the flow of international commerce.
When to use 进口
When using 进口, be mindful of the context; it’s often used in formal economic discussions rather than casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with 出口 (chūkǒu), which means 'to export.' Remember the difference: 进口 is about bringing in, while 出口 is about sending out.
进口 or something close to it
出口 (chūkǒu) refers to the act of sending goods or services out of a country, while 进口 (jìnkǒu) specifically denotes bringing them in.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 进口 with 进货 (jìnhuò), which means 'to restock goods.' An incorrect sentence would be '我去进口一些食物' (I’m going to import some food), which should be '我去进货一些食物' if referring to restocking.
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Grammar Patterns of 进口
进口 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 4 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
在英国，传统上有形产品的____一直大于出口。
In the UK visible imports have traditionally been greater than visible exports.
