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March 24, 2026
集中jízhōng(ji2zhong1)
集中 (jí zhōng) means to focus or concentrate one's attention or resources on a particular task or subject. It is used in contexts such as studying, working, or organizing efforts, emphasizing the act of bringing elements together for a common purpose.
Strokes16Frequency#1539DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of集中 is often linked to the value placed on diligence and focus in education and work. In academic and professional settings, being able to concentrate is seen as a key to success.
Memory Tip
Imagine a group of people (众) gathering around a central point (集). Picture them all focusing on a single task, like a spotlight shining down on a performer. The 'ji' sounds like 'gathering' which helps you remember '集中' means to concentrate.
Meanings of 集中
jízhōng(ji2zhong1)
1to concentrate
2to centralize
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About 集中
集中Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#1539Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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聚焦 (jùjiāo) - use 集中 (jízhōng) when referring to the act of concentrating attention or resources, while 聚焦 (jùjiāo) specifically emphasizes focusing on a particular point or detail.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 集中 with the similar-sounding 集合 (jí hé), which means to gather together rather than to concentrate. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, so it fits well in academic settings or casual conversations about productivity.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 集中 connects well with other HSK 5 vocabulary related to study and work, such as 注意 (zhù yì, to pay attention) and 思考 (sī kǎo, to think). Focus on using this word in sentences that describe actions requiring focus.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 集中 with the word 集合 and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我需要集合注意力' instead of '我需要集中注意力' is incorrect; the correct phrase highlights the need to concentrate, not just gather attention.
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集中 (jí zhōng) means to focus or concentrate one's attention or resources on a particular task or subject. It is used in contexts such as studying, working, or organizing efforts, emphasizing the act of bringing elements together for a common purpose.
When to use 集中
Be careful not to confuse 集中 with the similar-sounding 集合 (jí hé), which means to gather together rather than to concentrate. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, so it fits well in academic settings or casual conversations about productivity.
集中 or something close to it
聚焦 (jùjiāo) - use 集中 (jízhōng) when referring to the act of concentrating attention or resources, while 聚焦 (jùjiāo) specifically emphasizes focusing on a particular point or detail.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 集中 with the word 集合 and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我需要集合注意力' instead of '我需要集中注意力' is incorrect; the correct phrase highlights the need to concentrate, not just gather attention.
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Grammar Patterns of 集中
集中 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 6 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.
