削减 (xuējiǎn) means 'to reduce' or 'to cut down.' It is commonly used in contexts involving budget cuts, resource management, or any situation where something is decreased intentionally. The term implies a deliberate action to lower something rather than it being a natural decrease.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
削减xuējiǎn(xue1jian3)
削减 (xuējiǎn) means 'to reduce' or 'to cut down.' It is commonly used in contexts involving budget cuts, resource management, or any situation where something is decreased intentionally. The term implies a deliberate action to lower something rather than it being a natural decrease.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese society, 削减 is frequently discussed in the context of government policies, especially during economic downturns, reflecting a proactive approach to fiscal responsibility.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef (the radical '削') using a knife to slice away excess ingredients from a dish, representing 'reducing' food waste. The sound 'xuē' can remind you of 'shears,' which also cut down excess.
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削减Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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减少 (jiǎnshǎo) — use 削减 (xuējiǎn) when emphasizing a deliberate action to reduce, whereas 减少 (jiǎnshǎo) can imply a more general or passive decrease.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef (the radical '削') using a knife to slice away excess ingredients from a dish, representing 'reducing' food waste. The sound 'xuē' can remind you of 'shears,' which also cut down excess.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context when using 削减, as it often carries a formal tone, making it suitable for business or academic discussions. Common collocations include '预算削减' (budget cut) or '成本削减' (cost reduction). Ensure to use the correct tone; '削' (xuē) is pronounced with a high, flat tone.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, focus on understanding the application of 削减 in more complex sentences and discussions, especially around economics or policy. Connect this word to other vocabulary on management or finance that you've learned.
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese society, 削减 is frequently discussed in the context of government policies, especially during economic downturns, reflecting a proactive approach to fiscal responsibility.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 削减 with the more general term 减少 (jiǎnshǎo), which can be more casual. For example, saying '我削减我的花费' (Wǒ xuējiǎn wǒ de huāfèi) is less common than '我减少我的花费' (Wǒ jiǎnshǎo wǒ de huāfèi).
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Cultural Notes for 削减
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In contemporary Chinese society, 削减 is frequently discussed in the context of government policies, especially during economic downturns, reflecting a proactive approach to fiscal responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions about 削减
It can refer to reducing budgets, cutting costs in business, or even cutting down on personal expenses.
Yes, but it is more common in formal contexts such as business meetings or written reports.
Not always; while it means 'to reduce,' it specifically implies a deliberate action, unlike some other synonyms that may describe a general decrease.
