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施加shījiāto exert (effort or pressure)HSK 7, v, 14 strokes, rank #9996, Very Hard
shījiā(shi1jia1)shi jia T1
  1. 1to exert (effort or pressure)
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March 24, 2026

施加shījiā(shi1jia1)

施加 means to exert or apply something, often referring to force, pressure, or effort in various contexts. It can be used in both physical and metaphorical senses, such as exerting pressure on an object or applying effort in a task. This term is common in discussions of influence, effort, or authority.

Strokes14Frequency#9996DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 施加 is often related to authority and influence, reflecting the Confucian value of hierarchy and respect. For instance, it is common in discussions about leadership styles where leaders are expected to exert influence over their teams.

Memory Tip

Think of 施 (shi1) as 'to apply' since it looks like a person (the radical '人' signifies a person) applying something, and 加 (jia1) means 'to add,' which can be visualized as adding pressure or effort. Together, you can imagine a person adding pressure to a balloon, making it expand.

Meanings of 施加

shījiā(shi1jia1)
1to exert (effort or pressure)
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施加Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#9996Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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施加 (shījiā) vs 施行 (shīxíng) — use 施加 for applying force or pressure; use 施行 for implementing or executing a plan.

Usage Notes

It's important to use 施加 in contexts where exertion is implied, avoiding it in more casual situations where softer terms may be more appropriate. Common collocations include 施加压力 (exert pressure) or 施加影响 (exert influence). Be cautious with tone pronunciation, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, learners should focus on its application in formal contexts, especially in writing and discussions about influence or authority. Connecting it with other HSK 6 words related to effort (like 努力) can enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 施加 with similar verbs like 使用 (to use) or 给予 (to give), leading to incorrect phrases such as 使用压力 instead of 施加压力. Remember to use 施加 specifically when referring to exerting force or influence.

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Component Characters

施Shīto grant
HSK 69 strokes方
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加jiāto add
HSK 35 strokes力
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How to say to exert (effort or pressure) in Chinese

“to exert (effort or pressure)” in Chinese is施加shījiā

施加 means to exert or apply something, often referring to force, pressure, or effort in various contexts. It can be used in both physical and metaphorical senses, such as exerting pressure on an object or applying effort in a task. This term is common in discussions of influence, effort, or authority.

When to use 施加

It's important to use 施加 in contexts where exertion is implied, avoiding it in more casual situations where softer terms may be more appropriate. Common collocations include 施加压力 (exert pressure) or 施加影响 (exert influence). Be cautious with tone pronunciation, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.

施加 or something close to it

施加 (shījiā) vs 施行 (shīxíng) — use 施加 for applying force or pressure; use 施行 for implementing or executing a plan.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 施加 with similar verbs like 使用 (to use) or 给予 (to give), leading to incorrect phrases such as 使用压力 instead of 施加压力. Remember to use 施加 specifically when referring to exerting force or influence.

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You might say 施加压力在学生身上 (exerting pressure on students) or 施加影响力 (exerting influence).

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