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March 24, 2026
驾驶(駕駛)jiàshǐ(jia4shi3)
驾驶 (jià shǐ) refers to the act of controlling or operating a vehicle, such as a car, airplane, or ship. It is commonly used in contexts involving transportation and travel, emphasizing the skill required to guide the vehicle safely and effectively.
Strokes16Frequency#2537DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, obtaining a '驾驶证' (driver's license) requires passing both theoretical and practical exams, highlighting the importance placed on safe driving. Driving culture can vary significantly from Western countries, with unique traffic rules and practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'jockey' (sounds like 'jia') steering a 'ship' (sounds like 'shi') across the waters. The jockey must expertly navigate the ship, just like you must learn to驾驶 your vehicle on the road.
Meanings of 驾驶
jiàshǐ(jia4shi3)
1to pilot (ship, airplane etc)
2to drive
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About 驾驶
驾驶Simplified
駕駛Traditional
16Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2537Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 驾驶
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驾驶 (drive) vs 操控 (manipulate) — use 驾驶 when referring specifically to operating vehicles, while 操控 is broader and can refer to controlling various objects or systems.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; '驾驶' is pronounced with a falling tone on the first syllable and a dipping tone on the second. Common collocations include '驾驶证' (driver's license) and '驾驶员' (driver). Avoid using '驾驶' in informal contexts where simpler terms like '开车' (kāi chē, to drive a car) might be more appropriate.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '驾驶' connects with other transportation-related vocabulary, like '车' (chē, car) and '行驶' (xíng shǐ, to travel). Focus on practicing its usage in sentences to enhance your fluency and understanding of related words.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '驾驶' with '开车,' thinking they are interchangeable in all contexts. Remember, '驾驶' is more formal and can apply to various vehicles, while '开车' specifically refers to driving a car.
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How to say to pilot (ship, airplane etc) in Chinese
“to pilot (ship, airplane etc)” in Chinese is驾驶jiàshǐ
驾驶 (jià shǐ) refers to the act of controlling or operating a vehicle, such as a car, airplane, or ship. It is commonly used in contexts involving transportation and travel, emphasizing the skill required to guide the vehicle safely and effectively.
When to use 驾驶
Be cautious with the tone; '驾驶' is pronounced with a falling tone on the first syllable and a dipping tone on the second. Common collocations include '驾驶证' (driver's license) and '驾驶员' (driver). Avoid using '驾驶' in informal contexts where simpler terms like '开车' (kāi chē, to drive a car) might be more appropriate.
驾驶 or something close to it
驾驶 (drive) vs 操控 (manipulate) — use 驾驶 when referring specifically to operating vehicles, while 操控 is broader and can refer to controlling various objects or systems.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '驾驶' with '开车,' thinking they are interchangeable in all contexts. Remember, '驾驶' is more formal and can apply to various vehicles, while '开车' specifically refers to driving a car.
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Grammar Patterns of 驾驶
驾驶 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 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.
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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
“沙锥鸟”战斗机的____舱空间不太宽敞。
There was not much elbow room in the cockpit of a Snipe.
