引荐 (yǐnjiàn) means to recommend or introduce someone, typically in a professional or formal context. It is often used when referring to connecting individuals for job opportunities, collaborations, or networking purposes, highlighting the act of putting someone in touch with another for mutual benefit.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
yǐnjiàn(yin3jian4) T3
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May 27, 2026
引荐yǐnjiàn(yin3jian4)
引荐 (yǐnjiàn) means to recommend or introduce someone, typically in a professional or formal context. It is often used when referring to connecting individuals for job opportunities, collaborations, or networking purposes, highlighting the act of putting someone in touch with another for mutual benefit.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, networking and personal recommendations are vital for career advancement, often more so than in many Western contexts. 引荐 plays a key role in building trust and facilitating business relationships.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bridge (引) connecting two people (荐) who need each other's help. The bridge symbolizes your role in recommending someone, allowing them to cross over to new opportunities. The pronunciation 'yǐnjiàn' sounds like 'You in Jan,' as if you’re introducing someone in January to kickstart their year.
About 引荐
引荐Simplified
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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推荐 (tuījiàn) vs 引荐 (yǐnjiàn): Use 引荐 for formal or professional introductions, while 推荐 is more general and can apply to suggesting anything.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bridge (引) connecting two people (荐) who need each other's help. The bridge symbolizes your role in recommending someone, allowing them to cross over to new opportunities. The pronunciation 'yǐnjiàn' sounds like 'You in Jan,' as if you’re introducing someone in January to kickstart their year.
Usage Notes
Learners should be aware that 引荐 is more formal than simply recommending (推荐, tuījiàn) and is often used in business or professional settings. Avoid using it in casual contexts where a simpler word would suffice. Collocations include 引荐朋友 (to recommend a friend) or 引荐信 (recommendation letter).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 7 word, focus on using 引荐 in professional contexts, such as in job applications or networking events. It connects with other HSK 7 terms related to career and professional interactions, reinforcing the importance of networking vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, networking and personal recommendations are vital for career advancement, often more so than in many Western contexts. 引荐 plays a key role in building trust and facilitating business relationships.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 引荐 with 推荐, using them interchangeably in informal contexts. For example, saying '我引荐你去这个地方' (I recommend you go to this place) is incorrect; instead, say '我推荐你去这个地方.'
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Cultural Notes for 引荐
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In Chinese culture, networking and personal recommendations are vital for career advancement, often more so than in many Western contexts. 引荐 plays a key role in building trust and facilitating business relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions about 引荐
No, 引荐 is more appropriate for formal or professional situations. For casual recommendations, use 推荐 (tuījiàn) instead.
While it is commonly used in job contexts, 引荐 can also apply to other professional introductions, such as collaborations or partnerships.
引荐 is more formal and typically implies a personal connection, while 推荐 is a more general term for recommending something or someone.
