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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
戒备jièbèito take precautionsHSK 7, n, 15 strokes, rank #8726, Very Hard
戒备jièbèito guard against (emergency)HSK 7, n, 15 strokes, rank #8726, Very Hard
jièbèi(jie4bei4)jie bei T4
  1. 1to take precautions
  2. 2to guard against (emergency)
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March 24, 2026

戒备(戒備)jièbèi(jie4bei4)

戒备 (jie4 bei4) refers to the state of being on guard or taking precautions against potential dangers or emergencies. It is commonly used in contexts involving security measures, military readiness, or personal safety, emphasizing vigilance and preparedness.

Strokes15Frequency#8726DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

戒备 is closely related to the concept of public safety in Chinese culture, especially in urban areas where security measures are heightened during festivals or public events to prevent incidents.

Memory Tip

Imagine a soldier (戈) standing at attention, ready to defend (戒) against any threat. The character 戒 resembles a shield, and the word can sound like 'jet bay,' where a jet is always on standby, prepared for any situation.

Meanings of 戒备

jièbèi(jie4bei4)
1to take precautions
2to guard against (emergency)
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About 戒备

戒备Simplified
戒備Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8726Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

戒备 (jièbèi) vs 防备 (fángbèi): Use 戒备 when emphasizing a proactive stance of being on guard, while 防备 focuses more on the act of preparing against specific threats.

Usage Notes

戒备 is often used in formal contexts, such as military or police operations. A common mistake is using it in casual conversations, where simpler terms like '小心' (be careful) might be more appropriate. Pay attention to the correct tones to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, students should focus on its formal usage and collocations with other security-related terms. Understanding its nuances will help in discussing topics like safety protocols and emergency responses.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 戒备 with words like '防备' (fáng bèi), which refers more to preparation rather than the state of being on guard. For example, saying '我会防备' instead of '我会戒备' misuses the context of readiness.

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Component Characters

戒jièto guard against
HSK 77 strokes戈
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备bèito prepare
HSK 78 strokes夂
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How to say to take precautions in Chinese

“to take precautions” in Chinese is戒备jièbèi

戒备 (jie4 bei4) refers to the state of being on guard or taking precautions against potential dangers or emergencies. It is commonly used in contexts involving security measures, military readiness, or personal safety, emphasizing vigilance and preparedness.

When to use 戒备

戒备 is often used in formal contexts, such as military or police operations. A common mistake is using it in casual conversations, where simpler terms like '小心' (be careful) might be more appropriate. Pay attention to the correct tones to avoid confusion.

戒备 or something close to it

戒备 (jièbèi) vs 防备 (fángbèi): Use 戒备 when emphasizing a proactive stance of being on guard, while 防备 focuses more on the act of preparing against specific threats.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 戒备 with words like '防备' (fáng bèi), which refers more to preparation rather than the state of being on guard. For example, saying '我会防备' instead of '我会戒备' misuses the context of readiness.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 戒备

You might encounter phrases like '戒备状态' (state of alert) or '加强戒备' (enhance vigilance) in discussions about security.

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