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虚伪 (hypocritical) - use 虚假 when referring to something that is simply false, rather than indicating a lack of sincerity or morality as in 虚伪.
Be careful not to confuse 虚假 with similar terms like 假 (jiǎ), which simply means 'false' but can refer to an object rather than a quality. This term is more formal and often appears in news articles and legal contexts.
As an HSK 6 word, 虚假 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to truth and honesty, such as 真实 (zhēn shí, 'real') and 信任 (xìn rèn, 'trust'). Focus on how it can describe not just objects but also ideas and intentions.
Learners often confuse 虚假 with 假 (jiǎ) alone, using it in contexts where a more specific term is needed. For instance, saying '这是一种虚假' (zhè shì yī zhǒng xū jiǎ) without specifying what is false can sound awkward; it's better to specify, e.g., '这是一种虚假的信息' (zhè shì yī zhǒng xū jiǎ de xìn xī).
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How to say false in Chinese
“false” in Chinese is虚假
虚假 (xū jiǎ) refers to something that is not real, genuine, or true, often implying deceit or falsehood. It is commonly used to describe claims, information, or appearances that are misleading or fabricated, such as in advertising or personal representations.
When to use 虚假
Be careful not to confuse 虚假 with similar terms like 假 (jiǎ), which simply means 'false' but can refer to an object rather than a quality. This term is more formal and often appears in news articles and legal contexts.
虚假 or something close to it
虚伪 (hypocritical) - use 虚假 when referring to something that is simply false, rather than indicating a lack of sincerity or morality as in 虚伪.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 虚假 with 假 (jiǎ) alone, using it in contexts where a more specific term is needed. For instance, saying '这是一种虚假' (zhè shì yī zhǒng xū jiǎ) without specifying what is false can sound awkward; it's better to specify, e.g., '这是一种虚假的信息' (zhè shì yī zhǒng xū jiǎ de xìn xī).
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Grammar Patterns of 虚假
虚假 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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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春、夏的____繁荣已经结束.
The false boom of the spring and summer had ended.
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Yes, you can describe a person's behavior or claims as 虚假 if they are being insincere or deceptive.
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