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在意
zàiyì
to care about
HSK 6, v, 19 strokes, rank #3169, Hard
在意
zàiyì
to mind
HSK 6, v, 19 strokes, rank #3169, Hard
zàiyì(zai4yi4)zai yi T4
1to care about
2to mind
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March 24, 2026
在意zàiyì(zai4yi4)
在意 (zài yì) means to care about or to mind something. It is commonly used in contexts where someone expresses concern or consideration for another person's feelings or opinions, often implying a level of emotional investment in the situation.
Strokes19Frequency#3169DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, showing that you '在意' someone can be a significant gesture, reflecting deep interpersonal relationships and the importance of community. People often express this care through actions rather than words, which can be different from more direct expressions in Western cultures.
Memory tip
Imagine a person sitting on a chair (在) and holding a heart (意) close to them. This visual represents the idea of someone physically 'sitting with their heart,' indicating they care deeply about what happens around them.
Meanings of 在意
zàiyì(zai4yi4)
1to care about
2to mind
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About 在意
在意Simplified
19Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3169Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
在乎 (zàihū) — use 在意 when expressing a more personal or emotional concern, while 在乎 can imply a more general or less intense level of care.
Usage Notes
In informal settings, you might hear phrases like '我在意你' (I care about you), but in more formal contexts, it might be appropriate to use more nuanced expressions. Be careful with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning significantly.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 在意 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and interpersonal relationships. Students should focus on the nuances of caring in different contexts and practice using it in both spoken and written forms.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 在意 with 不在意 (bù zài yì), which means to not care. A common error is saying '我不在意你的感受' when they mean to express caring, when it should be '我在意你的感受.'
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在意 (zài yì) means to care about or to mind something. It is commonly used in contexts where someone expresses concern or consideration for another person's feelings or opinions, often implying a level of emotional investment in the situation.
When to use 在意
In informal settings, you might hear phrases like '我在意你' (I care about you), but in more formal contexts, it might be appropriate to use more nuanced expressions. Be careful with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning significantly.
在意 or something close to it
在乎 (zàihū) — use 在意 when expressing a more personal or emotional concern, while 在乎 can imply a more general or less intense level of care.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 在意 with 不在意 (bù zài yì), which means to not care. A common error is saying '我不在意你的感受' when they mean to express caring, when it should be '我在意你的感受.'
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Grammar patterns of 在意
在意 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.
