HSK 6, unknown, 8 strokes, radical 冫, rank #8134, Hard
jìng(jing4) T4
1>净[jìng]
2clean
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March 24, 2026
净(凈)jìng(jing4)
The character 净 (jìng) primarily means 'clean' or 'pure,' often used in contexts related to cleanliness or purity of substances. It can also refer to net values, such as net income or net exports, making it relevant in financial discussions. Additionally, it has a specific usage in Chinese opera, referring to a male role characterized by a painted face.
Strokes8Radical冫Frequency#8134DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, cleanliness is often associated with health and virtue, making words like 净 significant in daily life. For example, the concept of '净化' (jìng huà, purification) is crucial in both spiritual and physical contexts, reflecting the importance placed on purity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a serene mountain stream (净) that is crystal clear and pure, representing cleanliness. The character's form has a water radical (氵), which visually connects to the idea of cleanliness and purity, while the pronunciation 'jìng' sounds like 'jing' in 'cleaning' to help you remember its meaning.
Meanings of 净
jìng(jing4)
1clean
2completely
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About 净
净Simplified
凈Traditional
8Strokes
冫Radical
副形词xíngróngcíadj-adverb (adj.-adv.)Part of Speech
#8134Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
净 (jìng) vs 清 (qīng) — use 净 for contexts emphasizing cleanliness or purity, while 清 is more about clarity or freshness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a serene mountain stream (净) that is crystal clear and pure, representing cleanliness. The character's form has a water radical (氵), which visually connects to the idea of cleanliness and purity, while the pronunciation 'jìng' sounds like 'jing' in 'cleaning' to help you remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 净 with 洁 (jié), which also means clean but carries slightly different nuances. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in financial discussions and descriptions of cleanliness. Be careful with tone; mispronouncing it as 'jǐng' can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
While 净 is not currently included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other words related to cleanliness and financial terms. Students should focus on understanding its contexts and collocations, such as 净收入 (jìng shōurù, net income) and 净水 (jìng shuǐ, purified water).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, cleanliness is often associated with health and virtue, making words like 净 significant in daily life. For example, the concept of '净化' (jìng huà, purification) is crucial in both spiritual and physical contexts, reflecting the importance placed on purity.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 净 with its variant 淨 (jìng) or other similar sounding words. For example, saying '我喜欢净水' (Wǒ xǐhuān jìng shuǐ) is correct, but using '我喜欢净' (Wǒ xǐhuān jìng) without context may sound awkward and unclear.
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Grammar Patterns of 净
净 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 7 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.
Learners may confuse 净 with the variant form 淨, especially in literary contexts.
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在古文中，常见到“淨”这个字。
In classical texts, the character '淨' is often encountered.
Usage in financial contextsGrammar Tip
When referring to net amounts in finance, 净 is often used. It's important to understand its application in this context.
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他的净收入很高。
His net income is very high.
Example Sentences for 净 (10)
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她指责我把过去忘得一干二净。
tā zhǐ zé wǒ bǎ guò qù wàng dé yī gān èr jìng。
She accuses me of having blocked out the past.
2
他们更加关心那些狗的安危，而非自己如何干净利落地脱身。
tā mén gēng jiā guān xīn nà xiē gǒu de ān wēi， ， ér fēi zì jǐ rú hé gān jìng lì luò dì tuō。
They were more concerned about the dogs' welfare than a clean getaway.
3
除了厨房特别干净外，这地方一片狼藉。
chú le chú fáng tè bié gān jìng wài， ， zhè dì fāng yī piàn láng。
Except for the remarkably tidy kitchen, the place was a mess.
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他穿一件素净的蓝色衬衫，领口敞着。
tā chuān yī jiàn sù jìng de lán sè chèn shān， ， lǐng kǒu chǎng。
He wore a plain blue shirt, open at the collar.
5
他擦了又擦，可就是擦不干净。
tā cā le yòu cā， ， kě jiù shì cā bù gān。
He rubbed and rubbed but couldn't seem to get clean.
6
在拿吃的之前，用热肥皂水把手好好地洗干净。
zài ná chī de zhī qián， ， yòng rè féi zào shuǐ bǎ shǒu hǎo hǎo dì xǐ gān。
Wash your hands thoroughly with hot soapy water before handling any food.
7
我把准备的东西忘了个一干二净。
wǒ bǎ zhǔn bèi de dōng xī wàng le gè yī gān èr jìng。
I clean forgot everything I had prepared.
8
拿扫帚把那些玻璃清扫干净好吗？
ná sǎo zhǒu bǎ nà xiē bō lí qīng sǎo gān jìng hǎo ma？
Get a broom and sweep up that glass will you?
9
他未能干净利落地同那起攻击事件撇清关系。
tā wèi néng gān jìng lì luò dì tóng nà qǐ gōng jī shì jiàn piē qīng guān xì。
He has failed to dissociate himself clearly and unambiguously from the attack.
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她那擦得干干净净的架子上排列着几百个果酱罐。
tā nà cā dé gān gān jìng jìng de jià zǐ shàng pái liè zháo jī bǎi gè guǒ jiàng guàn。
Hundreds of jam pots lined her scrubbed shelves.
Cultural Notes for 净
💡Did you know?
In Chinese opera, the term '净' refers to the painted face male role, which is characterized by vivid and distinct facial makeup, symbolizing specific traits or personalities of the character portrayed.
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, cleanliness is often associated with health and virtue, making words like 净 significant in daily life. For example, the concept of '净化' (jìng huà, purification) is crucial in both spiritual and physical contexts, reflecting the importance placed on purity.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
The emphasis on cleanliness and purity in Chinese culture can be more pronounced than in some Western cultures, where cleanliness is often a matter of convenience rather than a virtue.
Word Family of 净
Words Containing This Character19
干净gānjìngclean乾淨
净jìngclean淨
净化jìnghuàto purify淨化
净值net value淨值
纯净pure純淨
洗净to wash clean洗淨
洁净jiéjìngclean潔淨
一干二净yìgānèrjìngthoroughly (idiom)一乾二淨
清净peaceful清淨
干净利落squeaky clean乾淨利落
净土(Buddhism) Pure Land, usually refers to Amitabha Buddha's Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss (Sukhavati in Sanskrit)淨土
净水clean water淨水
白净(of skin) fair and clear白淨
净利net profit淨利
明净luminous明淨
净重net weight淨重
净身to purify one's body (i.e. to get castrated)凈身
眼不见为净what remains unseen is deemed to be clean眼不見為淨
素净simple and neat素淨
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Frequently Asked Questions about 净
净 (jìng) often refers to cleanliness or a net value, while 清 (qīng) generally means 'clear' or 'pure' in a broader sense. For example, you might use 清 to describe clear water or a clear sky, whereas 净 is more specific to cleanliness or net figures. Understanding the nuances can help in using these words accurately.
净 (jìng) means 'clean' or 'pure' in Chinese. It can also refer to something being 'net,' like net income or exports. Additionally, it is used in Chinese opera to denote a painted face male role, showcasing the character's traits and personality.
You can use 净 (jìng) in sentences to describe a state of cleanliness or purity, such as '这个房间很净' (This room is very clean). It can also be used in financial contexts, like '他的净收入很高' (His net income is high). Be mindful of the context, as it can have different meanings.
Common phrases include 净水 (jìng shuǐ, purified water) and 净收入 (jìng shōurù, net income).
Yes, 净 typically conveys a positive connotation of cleanliness or purity.
