合法性 (héfǎxìng) refers to the concept of legality or legitimacy, often used in legal, political, and social contexts to discuss whether actions, policies, or regulations are in accordance with the law. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with established laws and regulations, and is frequently used in discussions about rights, governance, and ethical standards.
HSK 7, 24 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
合法性héfǎxìng(he2fa3xing4)
合法性 (héfǎxìng) refers to the concept of legality or legitimacy, often used in legal, political, and social contexts to discuss whether actions, policies, or regulations are in accordance with the law. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with established laws and regulations, and is frequently used in discussions about rights, governance, and ethical standards.
Strokes24Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the concept of legality is intertwined with Confucian values, emphasizing not just adherence to laws but also ethical governance and social harmony. Discussions around 合法性 often arise in debates about government policies and citizen rights.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'legal' gavel that strikes down on a contract, ensuring its 'legitimacy.' The radical 合 (hé) suggests 'together' or 'harmoniously,' while 法 (fǎ) represents the law, and 性 (xìng) indicates a characteristic or nature. Picture this gavel harmonizing laws and characteristics into a legal reality.
About 合法性
合法性Simplified
24Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
合法性 (legality) vs 合法 (legal) — use 合法性 when discussing the concept or state of legality, while 合法 refers to something that is legally permissible.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'legal' gavel that strikes down on a contract, ensuring its 'legitimacy.' The radical 合 (hé) suggests 'together' or 'harmoniously,' while 法 (fǎ) represents the law, and 性 (xìng) indicates a characteristic or nature. Picture this gavel harmonizing laws and characteristics into a legal reality.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 合法性 with 合法 (héfǎ), which means 'legal' or 'lawful' without the abstract quality of 'ness.' This term is typically used in formal discussions, especially in legal or academic settings. Common collocations include '合法性审查' (héfǎxìng shěnchá) meaning 'legality review.'
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, students should focus on understanding the implications of legality in various contexts, especially in formal discussions or writing. This word connects to other HSK vocabulary related to law and governance, such as 法律 (fǎlǜ, 'law') and 权利 (quánlì, 'rights').
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the concept of legality is intertwined with Confucian values, emphasizing not just adherence to laws but also ethical governance and social harmony. Discussions around 合法性 often arise in debates about government policies and citizen rights.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 合法性 with 合法, using them interchangeably in contexts where one is more suitable than the other. For example, saying '他的行为没有合法' (tā de xíngwéi méiyǒu héfǎ) is incorrect; it should be '他的行为没有合法性' (tā de xíngwéi méiyǒu héfǎxìng).
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In Chinese society, the concept of legality is intertwined with Confucian values, emphasizing not just adherence to laws but also ethical governance and social harmony. Discussions around 合法性 often arise in debates about government policies and citizen rights.
Frequently Asked Questions about 合法性
合法性 refers to the concept of legality or legitimacy, while 合法 simply means 'legal' or 'lawful' without the abstract quality.
合法性 is often used in legal, political, and academic discussions regarding the compliance of actions or policies with established laws.
It's typically used in formal settings, so in casual conversations, it's better to use simpler terms like 合法.
