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March 24, 2026
膝盖(膝蓋)xīgài(xi1gai4)
膝盖 (xī gài) refers to the knee, the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg. It's commonly used in both medical contexts and everyday conversation to describe pain, injury, or movement related to the knee.
Strokes26Frequency#3189DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, traditional medicine often emphasizes the importance of joint health, including the knees. Knees are seen as vital for mobility and often discussed in the context of aging and wellness.
Memory Tip
Imagine your knee as a 'cap' (盖) on the 'knee' (膝) that protects your leg. Visualize a knee wearing a cap, reminding you of the pronunciation 'xi1 gai4' and the protective function of the knee.
Meanings of 膝盖
xīgài(xi1gai4)
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About 膝盖
膝盖Simplified
膝蓋Traditional
26Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3189Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Usage Notes
When discussing knee pain, use '膝盖痛' (xī gài tòng) for 'knee pain.' Be cautious with the tones; the first tone (xī) is high and level, while the fourth tone (gài) is sharp and falling. Remember that '膝盖' is informal; in formal medical contexts, '膝关节' (xī guān jié) is preferred.
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK Level 6 word, 膝盖 connects to anatomical vocabulary and expressions of physical health. Students should focus on collocations with other body parts and expressions of movement or pain.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 膝盖 with other body parts. For example, saying '我痛我的膝盖' (Wǒ tòng wǒ de xī gài) instead of '我的膝盖痛' (Wǒ de xī gài tòng) is a common error. The correct structure is important for clear communication.
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膝盖 (xī gài) refers to the knee, the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg. It's commonly used in both medical contexts and everyday conversation to describe pain, injury, or movement related to the knee.
When to use 膝盖
When discussing knee pain, use '膝盖痛' (xī gài tòng) for 'knee pain.' Be cautious with the tones; the first tone (xī) is high and level, while the fourth tone (gài) is sharp and falling. Remember that '膝盖' is informal; in formal medical contexts, '膝关节' (xī guān jié) is preferred.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 膝盖 with other body parts. For example, saying '我痛我的膝盖' (Wǒ tòng wǒ de xī gài) instead of '我的膝盖痛' (Wǒ de xī gài tòng) is a common error. The correct structure is important for clear communication.
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Grammar Patterns of 膝盖
膝盖 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
