Meanings of 开辟
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AI Study Notes for 开辟
开创 (kāichuàng) typically emphasizes initiating or founding something new, while 开辟 (kāipì) focuses more on opening up or establishing new paths or opportunities.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 开辟, as mispronunciation may lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include 开辟市场 (to open up a market) or 开辟新领域 (to establish a new field).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 开辟 connects with other advanced terms related to development and innovation. Students should focus on mastering its application in formal contexts and recognize its usage in idiomatic expressions. Practice using it in sentences related to business or exploration.
Learners sometimes confuse 开辟 with 开放 (kāi fàng), which means 'to open' in a more general sense. For example, saying '我想要开辟这个问题' (I want to 开辟 this issue) is incorrect; it should be '我想要开放这个问题' if referring to discussing or addressing the issue.
Pronunciation of 开辟
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How to say to open up in Chinese
“to open up” in Chinese is开辟
开辟 (kāi pì) means 'to open up' or 'to establish,' often used in contexts where new opportunities, paths, or enterprises are created. It is commonly used in discussions about exploration, development, or innovation, suggesting a proactive approach to creating something new.
When to use 开辟
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 开辟, as mispronunciation may lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include 开辟市场 (to open up a market) or 开辟新领域 (to establish a new field).
开辟 or something close to it
开创 (kāichuàng) typically emphasizes initiating or founding something new, while 开辟 (kāipì) focuses more on opening up or establishing new paths or opportunities.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 开辟 with 开放 (kāi fàng), which means 'to open' in a more general sense. For example, saying '我想要开辟这个问题' (I want to 开辟 this issue) is incorrect; it should be '我想要开放这个问题' if referring to discussing or addressing the issue.
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Grammar Patterns of 开辟
开辟 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 3 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.
Complete the Sentence
他为自己从荒地上____出的花园而感到自豪。
He is proud of the garden he made from a wilderness.
Example Sentences for 开辟 (1)
Frequently Asked Questions about 开辟
You can say 开辟新的市场 (kāi pì xīn de shì chǎng) meaning 'to open up new markets.'
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