核查 (héchá) means 'to verify' or 'to check'. It is commonly used in contexts where accuracy and confirmation are necessary, such as in audits, investigations, or formal reports. The term carries a sense of thoroughness and attention to detail.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
核查héchá(he2cha2)
核查 (héchá) means 'to verify' or 'to check'. It is commonly used in contexts where accuracy and confirmation are necessary, such as in audits, investigations, or formal reports. The term carries a sense of thoroughness and attention to detail.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese bureaucratic culture, the process of 核查 is vital for maintaining accuracy and accountability, reflecting the importance placed on thoroughness and transparency in governance and business.
Memory Tip
Think of 核 (hé) as the 'nucleus' of an atom, which is central and critical, and 查 (chá) as 'to check' or 'to inspect'. Imagine a scientist checking the nucleus of an atom to ensure it's correct—this visual links the idea of verification to the character's meaning.
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核查Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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核实 (héshí) - use 核查 when emphasizing thoroughness in verification, while 核实 is more about confirming facts.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 核 (hé) as the 'nucleus' of an atom, which is central and critical, and 查 (chá) as 'to check' or 'to inspect'. Imagine a scientist checking the nucleus of an atom to ensure it's correct—this visual links the idea of verification to the character's meaning.
Usage Notes
核查 is typically used in formal contexts, such as governmental or corporate settings. Learners often confuse it with similar words like 检查 (jiǎnchá), which means 'to inspect' but is more general. Pay attention to the tone, as 'hé' must be pronounced with a rising tone.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, students should focus on using 核查 in professional and academic discussions. Relate it to other HSK 7 vocabulary, like 证据 (zhèngjù, evidence) and 资料 (zīliào, data), to enhance understanding of its application in verifying information.
Cultural Note
In Chinese bureaucratic culture, the process of 核查 is vital for maintaining accuracy and accountability, reflecting the importance placed on thoroughness and transparency in governance and business.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 核查 in informal situations, such as saying '我核查了你的作业' (I verified your homework), which sounds too formal. Instead, use '检查' in such contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 核查
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In Chinese bureaucratic culture, the process of 核查 is vital for maintaining accuracy and accountability, reflecting the importance placed on thoroughness and transparency in governance and business.
Frequently Asked Questions about 核查
No, 核查 is typically used in formal or professional contexts rather than casual conversation.
Not exactly; while both mean 'to check', 核查 implies a more thorough verification process.
Common collocations include '核查资料' (verify data) and '核查结果' (check results).
