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外部 (wàibù) refers specifically to the outside or external part of something, while 外界 (wàijiè) emphasizes the broader concept of the external world or environment.
Learners often confuse 外界 with 内心 (nèi xīn), which means 'inner feelings.' Be cautious with the tone; the fourth tone in '外' and '界' is crucial. Common collocations include '外界环境' (external environment) and '外界影响' (external influence).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 外界 connects with other complex terms related to society and environment. Focus on understanding contexts where it contrasts with 内部 (nèi bù, internal) or 个人 (gè rén, personal), which may enhance comprehension.
Learners may confuse 外界 with other similar words, such as 外部, which suggests a more physical externality rather than an experiential one. For example, saying '我想了解外部' (I want to understand the external) when '外界' is more appropriate for discussions involving societal influences.
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How to say the outside world in Chinese
“the outside world” in Chinese is外界
外界 (wài jiè) refers to the external world or the environment outside oneself. It is commonly used in contexts discussing society, nature, or any situation that emphasizes the distinction between inner feelings or thoughts and external circumstances.
When to use 外界
Learners often confuse 外界 with 内心 (nèi xīn), which means 'inner feelings.' Be cautious with the tone; the fourth tone in '外' and '界' is crucial. Common collocations include '外界环境' (external environment) and '外界影响' (external influence).
外界 or something close to it
外部 (wàibù) refers specifically to the outside or external part of something, while 外界 (wàijiè) emphasizes the broader concept of the external world or environment.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 外界 with other similar words, such as 外部, which suggests a more physical externality rather than an experiential one. For example, saying '我想了解外部' (I want to understand the external) when '外界' is more appropriate for discussions involving societal influences.
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Grammar Patterns of 外界
外界 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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.
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我自行与____隔绝，仅以书和杂志为伴。
I locked myself away with books and magazines.
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You can say, '在外界的影响下，我的观点改变了。' (Under the influence of the outside world, my views have changed.)
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