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残障 (cán zhàng) refers specifically to a disability or impairment, but is often used in a broader social context, while 残疾 (cán jí) emphasizes the condition itself.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 残疾, as incorrect tones may change the meaning. It is generally used in formal contexts, such as in legal or health discussions. Common collocations include '残疾人' (cánjírén) meaning 'disabled person' and '残疾福利' (cánjí fúlì) meaning 'disability benefits'.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 残疾 connects to other words related to health and social issues. Students should focus on understanding its usage in formal discussions and familiarize themselves with related vocabulary such as '无障碍' (wú zhàng ài - barrier-free) and '康复' (kāng fù - rehabilitation).
Learners sometimes confuse 残疾 with other terms like 病 (bìng - illness), which is broader and not necessarily related to disability. For instance, saying '我有残疾' (wǒ yǒu cánjí - I have an illness) instead of '我有残疾' means 'I have a disability' is incorrect.
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How to say disabled in Chinese
“disabled” in Chinese is残疾
残疾 (cán jí) refers to a physical or mental disability that impairs a person's ability to perform various tasks or activities. This term is commonly used in contexts related to health, social services, and discussions about accessibility and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
When to use 残疾
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 残疾, as incorrect tones may change the meaning. It is generally used in formal contexts, such as in legal or health discussions. Common collocations include '残疾人' (cánjírén) meaning 'disabled person' and '残疾福利' (cánjí fúlì) meaning 'disability benefits'.
残疾 or something close to it
残障 (cán zhàng) refers specifically to a disability or impairment, but is often used in a broader social context, while 残疾 (cán jí) emphasizes the condition itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 残疾 with other terms like 病 (bìng - illness), which is broader and not necessarily related to disability. For instance, saying '我有残疾' (wǒ yǒu cánjí - I have an illness) instead of '我有残疾' means 'I have a disability' is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 残疾
残疾 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 3 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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'Disabled person' is 残疾人 (cánjírén).
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