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March 24, 2026
评论(評論)pínglùn(ping2lun4)
评论 (pínglùn) refers to the act of commenting or discussing a topic, often providing opinions or analysis. It is commonly used in contexts such as articles, discussions, and social media where feedback or insight is shared. This word encompasses both formal critiques and casual remarks.
Strokes13Frequency#3303DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
评论 is frequently seen in the context of Chinese social media, where users actively engage in discussions about current events, movies, and societal issues. This reflects the emphasis on collective dialogue in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Think of '评' (píng) as a person weighing options on a scale, and '论' (lùn) as a round table where discussions happen. Together, you can imagine people at a table weighing in on a topic, which helps you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 评论
pínglùn(ping2lun4)
1to comment on
2to discuss
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About 评论
评论Simplified
評論Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3303Frequency Rank
篇Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 评论
Quick Contrast
评论 (pínglùn) vs 评价 (píngjià): use 评论 when referring to general comments or discussions, while 评价 is more focused on assessments or evaluations.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 评论 with 评价 (píngjià), which focuses more on evaluation rather than just commenting. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but the tone should match the setting. Common collocations include '发表评论' (fābiǎo pínglùn - to express a comment).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 评论 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to discussions, critiques, and expressions of opinion. Students should focus on using it in various sentence structures, particularly in writing and speaking exercises.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 评论 by using it in contexts that require a more evaluative word like 评价. For example, saying '他的评论很高' (tā de pínglùn hěn gāo - his comment is very high) is incorrect; it should be '他的评价很高' (tā de píngjià hěn gāo).
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评论 (pínglùn) refers to the act of commenting or discussing a topic, often providing opinions or analysis. It is commonly used in contexts such as articles, discussions, and social media where feedback or insight is shared. This word encompasses both formal critiques and casual remarks.
When to use 评论
Be careful not to confuse 评论 with 评价 (píngjià), which focuses more on evaluation rather than just commenting. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but the tone should match the setting. Common collocations include '发表评论' (fābiǎo pínglùn - to express a comment).
评论 or something close to it
评论 (pínglùn) vs 评价 (píngjià): use 评论 when referring to general comments or discussions, while 评价 is more focused on assessments or evaluations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 评论 by using it in contexts that require a more evaluative word like 评价. For example, saying '他的评论很高' (tā de pínglùn hěn gāo - his comment is very high) is incorrect; it should be '他的评价很高' (tā de píngjià hěn gāo).
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Grammar Patterns of 评论
评论 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 4 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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