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记录 (jìlù) is used for recording in a broader sense, often referring to any kind of note-taking or logging, while 记载 (jìzǎi) specifically emphasizes formal documentation of events or facts.
Be cautious not to confuse 记载 (jìzǎi) with 记录 (jìlù), which also means to record but is often used in more informal contexts like taking notes. This term is typically used in formal registers and is often seen with collocations such as '历史记载' (historical record) or '文献记载' (literary record).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 记载 builds on previous vocabulary related to recording and documenting. Students should focus on its usage in both written and spoken Chinese, and explore related terms like 记录 (jìlù) and 报告 (bàogào) for a deeper understanding of documentation in various contexts.
Learners often confuse 记载 with 记录; for example, saying '我会记载笔记' (I will record notes) is incorrect, as 记录 should be used instead. Instead, say '我会记录笔记'.
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How to say to write down in Chinese
“to write down” in Chinese is记载
记载 (jìzǎi) means to write down or record information, often used in the context of documenting events, facts, or accounts. This verb is commonly used in formal writing, such as historical records or academic texts, highlighting the importance of preserving information for future reference.
When to use 记载
Be cautious not to confuse 记载 (jìzǎi) with 记录 (jìlù), which also means to record but is often used in more informal contexts like taking notes. This term is typically used in formal registers and is often seen with collocations such as '历史记载' (historical record) or '文献记载' (literary record).
记载 or something close to it
记录 (jìlù) is used for recording in a broader sense, often referring to any kind of note-taking or logging, while 记载 (jìzǎi) specifically emphasizes formal documentation of events or facts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 记载 with 记录; for example, saying '我会记载笔记' (I will record notes) is incorrect, as 记录 should be used instead. Instead, say '我会记录笔记'.
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Grammar patterns of 记载
记载 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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Yes, while it's more common in formal contexts, it can be used in spoken language when discussing historical or significant records.
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