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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
保修bǎoxiūto promise to keep sth in good repairHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #29220, Hard
保修bǎoxiūguaranteeHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #29220, Hard
保修bǎoxiūwarrantyHSK 6, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #29220, Hard
bǎoxiū(bao3xiu1)bao xiu T3
  1. 1to promise to keep sth in good repair
  2. 2guarantee
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March 24, 2026

保修bǎoxiū(bao3xiu1)

保修 (bǎo xiū) refers to a guarantee or warranty provided by a seller or manufacturer to repair or maintain a product for a specified period. It is commonly used in contexts involving electronics, appliances, and vehicles, ensuring that consumers have support for repairs or replacements under agreed conditions.

Strokes18Frequency#29220DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 保修 is significant in consumer rights protection. It reflects the value placed on accountability from manufacturers and sellers, often influencing purchase decisions and consumer trust.

Memory tip

Imagine a ‘保’ (bǎo) for 'protecting' and ‘修’ (xiū) for 'fixing.' Picture a repair technician in a superhero cape promising to ‘保’ (protect) your precious gadgets by ‘修’ (fixing) them whenever they break down. The sound 'bao' could remind you of 'bow,' as in 'bowing to your needs for repairs.'

Meanings of 保修

bǎoxiū(bao3xiu1)
1to promise to keep sth in good repair
2guarantee
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About 保修

保修Simplified
18Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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维修 (wéixiū) refers specifically to the act of repairing something, while 保修 (bǎoxiū) emphasizes the warranty or guarantee aspect associated with that repair.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 保修 with 维修 (wéi xiū), which specifically refers to repair services without the guarantee aspect. This term is often used in formal contexts, especially in sales agreements and product documentation, so maintain a professional tone when discussing warranties.

HSK Study Tips

While 保修 is not explicitly included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with words related to consumer goods and services. Focus on recognizing and using this term alongside related vocabulary like 维修 (repair) and 退货 (return goods) to enhance contextual understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 保修 with 保证 (bǎo zhèng), which means 'to guarantee' but does not imply repair services. For example, saying '我有一个保修的保证' (I have a guarantee of warranty) is incorrect; instead, just use '我有保修' (I have a warranty).

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Component characters

保bǎoto defend
HSK 59 strokes亻
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修xiūto repair
HSK 49 strokes亻
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How to say to promise to keep sth in good repair in Chinese

“to promise to keep sth in good repair” in Chinese is保修bǎoxiū

保修 (bǎo xiū) refers to a guarantee or warranty provided by a seller or manufacturer to repair or maintain a product for a specified period. It is commonly used in contexts involving electronics, appliances, and vehicles, ensuring that consumers have support for repairs or replacements under agreed conditions.

When to use 保修

Be careful not to confuse 保修 with 维修 (wéi xiū), which specifically refers to repair services without the guarantee aspect. This term is often used in formal contexts, especially in sales agreements and product documentation, so maintain a professional tone when discussing warranties.

保修 or something close to it

维修 (wéixiū) refers specifically to the act of repairing something, while 保修 (bǎoxiū) emphasizes the warranty or guarantee aspect associated with that repair.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 保修 with 保证 (bǎo zhèng), which means 'to guarantee' but does not imply repair services. For example, saying '我有一个保修的保证' (I have a guarantee of warranty) is incorrect; instead, just use '我有保修' (I have a warranty).

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Cultural Notes for 保修

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In many Western countries, warranties are often seen as standard practice, while in China, the emphasis on 保修 can reflect a deeper expectation for ongoing customer service and support.

Frequently asked questions about 保修

保修 typically covers repairs for defects in materials or workmanship, but it may not include damages from misuse or accidents.

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