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March 24, 2026
举动(舉動)jǔdòng(ju3dong4)
举动 refers to an action or movement, often implying a deliberate choice or behavior. It is commonly used in contexts discussing decisions, behaviors, or activities that demonstrate intention or purpose.
Strokes15Frequency#4208DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of action (举动) is often tied to the idea of 'taking responsibility' or 'making a move' in social or business contexts, reflecting the importance of decisiveness in personal and professional relationships.
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Imagine a person (举 - 'to lift') holding up a sign that says 'Do!' (动 - 'to move'). This visual of lifting a sign to take action will help remember that 举动 relates to deliberate actions and movements.
Meanings of 举动
jǔdòng(ju3dong4)
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About 举动
举动Simplified
舉動Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4208Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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行动 (xíngdòng) — use 举动 for deliberate actions or behaviors, while 行动 is broader and can refer to any kind of action.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 举动 with similar terms like 行动 (xíngdòng), which can mean 'behavior' or 'action' but carries a slightly different nuance. Remember to use 举动 in contexts that emphasize intention or decision-making.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 举动 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to actions and behaviors, such as 行动 (action) and 动作 (movement). Students should focus on using it in sentences that describe intentional actions.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 举动 with 动作 (dòngzuò), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他的动作表明他很认真' (His action shows he is serious) instead of '他的举动表明他很认真' is incorrect if emphasizing intention.
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举动 refers to an action or movement, often implying a deliberate choice or behavior. It is commonly used in contexts discussing decisions, behaviors, or activities that demonstrate intention or purpose.
When to use 举动
Learners often confuse 举动 with similar terms like 行动 (xíngdòng), which can mean 'behavior' or 'action' but carries a slightly different nuance. Remember to use 举动 in contexts that emphasize intention or decision-making.
举动 or something close to it
行动 (xíngdòng) — use 举动 for deliberate actions or behaviors, while 行动 is broader and can refer to any kind of action.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 举动 with 动作 (dòngzuò), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他的动作表明他很认真' (His action shows he is serious) instead of '他的举动表明他很认真' is incorrect if emphasizing intention.
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Grammar Patterns of 举动
举动 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 5 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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他们无疑将热烈欢迎这一____。
They would no doubt welcome the action with open arms.
Example Sentences for 举动 (14)
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他们无疑将热烈欢迎这一举动。
tā mén wú yí jiāng rè liè huān yíng zhè yī jǔ dòng。
They would no doubt welcome the action with open arms.
2
我赞扬了她的那一举动。
wǒ zàn yáng le tā de nà yī jǔ dòng。
I com-mended her for that action.
3
他的某些举动让我很生气。
tā de mǒu xiē jǔ dòng ràng wǒ hěn shēng qì。
There are certain things he does that drive me mad.
4
他随意而放松的举动让人很快便平静下来。
tā suí yì ér fàng sōng de jǔ dòng ràng rén hěn kuài biàn píng jìng xià lái。
His casual, relaxed manner was very soothing.
5
我对于这种举动并不赞成, 哪里还谈得上参与呢.
wǒ duì yú zhè zhǒng jǔ dòng bìng bù zàn chéng, , nǎ lǐ huán tán dé shàng cān yǔ.
I couldn't assent to, much less participate in such proceeding.
6
他那天晚上的举动可说是,够古怪的了.
tā nà tiān wǎn shàng de jǔ dòng kě shuō shì, , gòu gǔ guài de.
His conduct that evening was to say the least curious.
7
男人们喜欢他拍背握手的热情举动。
nán rén mén xǐ huān tā pāi bèi wò shǒu de rè qíng jǔ dòng。
Men love him for his hearty back-slapping and hand-shaking.
8
李玉亭惊异地张大了嘴巴, 不懂得赵伯韬这番举动的作用.
lǐ yù tíng jīng yì dì zhāng dà le zuǐ bā, , bù dǒng dé zhào bó tāo zhè fān jǔ dòng de zuò.
Li Yu - ting gaped in wonder, wondering what the purpose of this move was.
9
她的举动表明她非常关心同事的感受。
Tā de jǔdòng biǎomíng tā fēicháng guānxīn tóngshì de gǎnshòu.
Her act showed that she really cares about her colleagues' feelings.
10
这个举动引起了社会的广泛讨论。
Zhège jǔdòng yǐnqǐle shèhuì de guǎngfàn tǎolùn.
This act sparked widespread discussion in society.
11
他的每一个举动都充满了自信，这让团队士气大增。
Tā de měi yī gè jǔdòng dōu chōngmǎnle zìxìn, zhè ràng tuánduì shìqì dà zēng.
His every act was full of confidence, which greatly boosted the team's morale.
12
她的举动让大家意识到，环保行动从小事做起。
Tā de jǔdòng ràng dàjiā yìshí dào, huánbǎo xíngdòng cóng xiǎo shì zuò qǐ.
Her act made everyone realize that environmental action starts with small things.
13
那位教授的创新举动在学术界引起了轰动。
Nà wèi jiàoshòu de chuàngxīn jǔdòng zài xuéshù jiè yǐnqǐle hōngdòng.
The professor's innovative act caused a sensation in the academic world.
14
这种不经意的举动往往能够拉近人与人之间的距离。
Zhè zhǒng bù jīngyì de jǔdòng wǎngwǎng nénggòu lājìn rén yǔ rén zhī jiān de jùlí.
Such inadvertent acts often bring people closer together.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 举动
Yes, it can be used in both contexts, but it is more common in formal situations where intention and decision-making are being discussed.
举动 emphasizes intentional actions, while 行动 refers more broadly to any kind of action or behavior.
Yes, phrases like '采取举动' (to take action) are common in discussions about decision-making.
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