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剧烈 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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剧烈
jùliè
violent
HSK 6, a, 20 strokes, rank #12016, Hard
剧烈
jùliè
acute
HSK 6, a, 20 strokes, rank #12016, Hard
剧烈
jùliè
severe
HSK 6, a, 20 strokes, rank #12016, Hard
剧烈
jùliè
fierce
HSK 6, a, 20 strokes, rank #12016, Hard
jùliè(ju4lie4)ju lie T4
1violent
2acute
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March 24, 2026
剧烈(劇烈)jùliè(ju4lie4)
剧烈 refers to something that is intense, violent, or severe, often used to describe strong emotions, physical sensations, or significant changes. It is commonly used in contexts such as health, weather, and emotional states to convey the seriousness or extremity of a situation.
Strokes20Frequency#12016DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese medicine, the term 剧烈 is often used to describe acute illnesses that require immediate attention, reflecting the high value placed on health and well-being in Chinese culture. This urgency is a critical aspect of traditional Chinese healthcare practices.
Memory tip
Imagine a dramatic play (剧) where the events are so intense and fierce (烈) that the audience is left breathless. The combination of the two characters can help you remember that 剧烈 describes something that is not just strong, but almost overwhelming.
Meanings of 剧烈
jùliè(ju4lie4)
1violent
2acute
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About 剧烈
剧烈Simplified
劇烈Traditional
20Strokes
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#12016Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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剧烈 (jùliè) vs 强烈 (qiángliè) — use 剧烈 for extreme intensity or violence, while 强烈 conveys strong intensity without the implication of violence.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 剧烈 with similar words like 强烈 (qiang4 lie4), which means 'strong' but can be used in different contexts. It is more common in formal language, so avoid using it in casual conversations unless the situation specifically calls for it. Phrases like '剧烈疼痛' (acute pain) are commonly used.
HSK Study Tips
As a level 6 word, 剧烈 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and health. Focus on its application in describing conditions or feelings, as well as how it can be combined with other adjectives to intensify meaning, such as '剧烈变化' (severe change).
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 剧烈 with 轻微 (qing1 wei1), which means 'slight' or 'mild', leading to incorrect phrases like '剧烈的轻微疼痛' (intense slight pain). The correct usage would be to separate the concepts; use 剧烈 for severe conditions only.
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剧烈 refers to something that is intense, violent, or severe, often used to describe strong emotions, physical sensations, or significant changes. It is commonly used in contexts such as health, weather, and emotional states to convey the seriousness or extremity of a situation.
When to use 剧烈
Be careful not to confuse 剧烈 with similar words like 强烈 (qiang4 lie4), which means 'strong' but can be used in different contexts. It is more common in formal language, so avoid using it in casual conversations unless the situation specifically calls for it. Phrases like '剧烈疼痛' (acute pain) are commonly used.
剧烈 or something close to it
剧烈 (jùliè) vs 强烈 (qiángliè) — use 剧烈 for extreme intensity or violence, while 强烈 conveys strong intensity without the implication of violence.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 剧烈 with 轻微 (qing1 wei1), which means 'slight' or 'mild', leading to incorrect phrases like '剧烈的轻微疼痛' (intense slight pain). The correct usage would be to separate the concepts; use 剧烈 for severe conditions only.
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Grammar Patterns of 剧烈
剧烈 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 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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电梯开动了，接着____震颤起来，然后就毫无反应了。
The lift started off, juddered, and went out of action.
