开庭 (kāitíng) refers to the act of convening a court session or trial. It is commonly used in legal contexts when a judge officially opens a case for hearings, where evidence is presented and arguments are made. This term emphasizes the formal initiation of judicial proceedings.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
开庭kāitíng(kai1ting2)
开庭 (kāitíng) refers to the act of convening a court session or trial. It is commonly used in legal contexts when a judge officially opens a case for hearings, where evidence is presented and arguments are made. This term emphasizes the formal initiation of judicial proceedings.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the legal system has unique traditions and practices, such as the emphasis on mediation before litigation. 开庭 is a fundamental step in the judicial process, reflecting the structured approach to conflict resolution in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a judge sitting at a large wooden table, opening a book of laws as they say 'kāi' (open) and 'tíng' (court). Visualize the gavel coming down to signal the start of the courtroom drama, making it easier to remember that 开庭 means to open a court session.
About 开庭
开庭Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
审理 (shěnlǐ) - use 开庭 when referring specifically to the opening of a court session, while 审理 emphasizes the process of hearing and examining the case.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a judge sitting at a large wooden table, opening a book of laws as they say 'kāi' (open) and 'tíng' (court). Visualize the gavel coming down to signal the start of the courtroom drama, making it easier to remember that 开庭 means to open a court session.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 开庭 with 开会 (kāihuì), which means to hold a meeting. Remember that 开庭 is strictly legal, while 开会 can refer to any type of meeting. This term is formal, so it's best used in legal discussions or documents.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK 7, students should focus on understanding legal terminology and contexts. 开庭 connects to other legal vocabulary such as 法院 (fǎyuàn, court) and 判决 (pànjué, verdict), enhancing comprehension of complex legal texts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the legal system has unique traditions and practices, such as the emphasis on mediation before litigation. 开庭 is a fundamental step in the judicial process, reflecting the structured approach to conflict resolution in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly say 开庭 when referring to general meetings or discussions, which is incorrect. Instead, use 开会 for meetings. For instance, saying '我们今天开庭讨论工作' (We are holding a trial to discuss work) should be corrected to '我们今天开会讨论工作'.
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Cultural Notes for 开庭
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In Chinese culture, the legal system has unique traditions and practices, such as the emphasis on mediation before litigation. 开庭 is a fundamental step in the judicial process, reflecting the structured approach to conflict resolution in Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 开庭
开庭 specifically refers to the formal opening of a court session, while 开会 refers to any type of meeting.
No, 开庭 is a formal term used in legal contexts and should be reserved for discussions about court proceedings.
The pronunciation is kāi (open) and tíng (court), with the first tone for both characters.
