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踏实 (tāshí) vs 可靠 (kěkào) — use 踏实 when emphasizing a grounded and practical nature, while 可靠 focuses more on trustworthiness and reliability.
踏实 is often used to describe individuals who are reliable and practical, commonly in both personal and professional contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar terms like 轻松 (qīngsōng), which means 'relaxed'; remember that 踏实 emphasizes steadiness rather than a carefree attitude.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 踏实 builds on the concepts of reliability and emotional resilience found in earlier levels. Students should focus on how to use it in various contexts, especially in describing people and situations that reflect stability.
Learners often confuse 踏实 with 真实 (zhēnshí), which means 'real' or 'true', leading to incorrect phrases like '我觉得他的想法很踏实' (I think his ideas are very real). The correct phrase would focus on reliability, such as '我觉得他的想法很踏实' (I think his ideas are very steady).
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踏实 (tā shí) refers to a state of being grounded, reliable, and free from anxiety. It describes a person who is steady and practical, often used in contexts where someone is dependable and has a solid foundation, both emotionally and in their work or life situation.
When to use 踏实
踏实 is often used to describe individuals who are reliable and practical, commonly in both personal and professional contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar terms like 轻松 (qīngsōng), which means 'relaxed'; remember that 踏实 emphasizes steadiness rather than a carefree attitude.
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踏实 (tāshí) vs 可靠 (kěkào) — use 踏实 when emphasizing a grounded and practical nature, while 可靠 focuses more on trustworthiness and reliability.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 踏实 with 真实 (zhēnshí), which means 'real' or 'true', leading to incorrect phrases like '我觉得他的想法很踏实' (I think his ideas are very real). The correct phrase would focus on reliability, such as '我觉得他的想法很踏实' (I think his ideas are very steady).
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Grammar Patterns of 踏实
踏实 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 8 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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格洛丽亚也许是我见过的最脚____地的人了。
Gloria is probably the most down to earth personI've ever met.
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Cultural Notes for 踏实
In Western cultures, the concept of being 'down-to-earth' is similar, but it often emphasizes humility more than the emotional steadiness implied by 踏实.
Frequently Asked Questions about 踏实
You can say '他是一个踏实的人' (tā shì yī gè tā shí de rén), meaning 'He is a steady person.'
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