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刑法 (xíngfǎ) refers specifically to criminal law as a body of laws, while 刑事 (xíngshì) pertains to matters or cases related to criminal law.
Be careful not to confuse 刑事 with similar terms like '刑罚' (penalty) or '犯罪' (crime), as they have different nuances. This term is formal and should be used in legal discussions rather than casual conversation. A common collocation is '刑事案件' (criminal case).
As an HSK 6 word, 刑事 connects with other legal terms like '法律' (law) and '审判' (trial). Students should focus on understanding its usage in legal contexts and how it interacts with other terms related to crime and justice.
Learners often mistakenly use 刑事 in informal contexts, leading to awkward phrasing. For instance, saying '我有一个刑事问题' (I have a criminal question) is incorrect; it should be '我有一个法律问题' (I have a legal question).
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How to say criminal in Chinese
“criminal” in Chinese is刑事
刑事 (xíng shì) refers to matters related to criminal law or penal offenses. It is commonly used in legal contexts, particularly when discussing criminal cases, investigations, or law enforcement. The term carries a serious connotation, often associated with wrongdoing and legal consequences.
When to use 刑事
Be careful not to confuse 刑事 with similar terms like '刑罚' (penalty) or '犯罪' (crime), as they have different nuances. This term is formal and should be used in legal discussions rather than casual conversation. A common collocation is '刑事案件' (criminal case).
刑事 or something close to it
刑法 (xíngfǎ) refers specifically to criminal law as a body of laws, while 刑事 (xíngshì) pertains to matters or cases related to criminal law.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 刑事 in informal contexts, leading to awkward phrasing. For instance, saying '我有一个刑事问题' (I have a criminal question) is incorrect; it should be '我有一个法律问题' (I have a legal question).
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Grammar Patterns of 刑事
刑事 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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英国布里斯托尔____法庭准予有条件保释，保证金为2,500英镑。
Bristol Crown Court granted conditional bail with a surety of £2,
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Cultural Notes for 刑事
The concept of criminal justice in China may emphasize collective social responsibility more than in many Western cultures, where individual rights often take precedence.
Frequently Asked Questions about 刑事
刑事 refers to criminal matters, while 民事 pertains to civil matters, such as disputes between individuals.
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