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AI Study Notes for 克制
自制 (zìzhì) vs 克制 (kèzhì): use 自制 when emphasizing self-discipline or self-control in a broader sense, while 克制 focuses more on restraint in specific situations.
克制 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more common in discussions about personal development or psychology. A common mistake is to confuse it with words like 控制 (kòngzhì), which means to control something external. Remember that 克制 focuses on internal self-control.
As an HSK 6 word, 克制 is useful for discussing advanced topics related to personal growth and emotional intelligence. Students should practice using it in sentences about self-regulation and self-discipline to deepen their understanding.
Learners often confuse 克制 with 控制 (kòngzhì), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我需要控制我的情绪' (I need to control my emotions) is incorrect in contexts where self-restraint is specifically meant; instead, use 克制.
Pronunciation of 克制
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How to say to restrain in Chinese
“to restrain” in Chinese is克制
克制 (kèzhì) means to restrain or control oneself, often in the context of emotions, desires, or impulses. It is commonly used to describe the ability to exercise self-control in challenging situations, such as resisting temptation or managing anger.
When to use 克制
克制 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more common in discussions about personal development or psychology. A common mistake is to confuse it with words like 控制 (kòngzhì), which means to control something external. Remember that 克制 focuses on internal self-control.
克制 or something close to it
自制 (zìzhì) vs 克制 (kèzhì): use 自制 when emphasizing self-discipline or self-control in a broader sense, while 克制 focuses more on restraint in specific situations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 克制 with 控制 (kòngzhì), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我需要控制我的情绪' (I need to control my emotions) is incorrect in contexts where self-restraint is specifically meant; instead, use 克制.
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Grammar Patterns of 克制
克制 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 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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她没能____住自己，起身走向电话。
Unable to restrain herself, she rose and went to the phone.
Example Sentences for 克制 (7)
Cultural Notes for 克制
In Western cultures, self-control is often associated with personal freedom and individualism, whereas in Chinese culture, it is more closely related to social responsibility and collective harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 克制
You can say '我需要克制自己的情绪' (I need to restrain my emotions).
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