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March 24, 2026
省略shěnglüè(sheng3lve4)
省略 (shěnglüè) refers to the act of leaving out or omitting something, often used in contexts where brevity is required, such as in writing or speech. It can indicate that certain parts of information are intentionally excluded for clarity or conciseness.
Strokes20Frequency#18374DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese communication, being concise is often valued, especially in formal writing and speeches. The concept of 省略 reflects a cultural preference for clarity and efficiency in language, which is evident in many written forms, such as poetry and essays.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '省' (shěng) sign that tells you to 'leave out' unnecessary details while driving. The word '略' (lüè) sounds like 'less' in English, which can help you remember that省略 means to leave out or omit. Visualize a road with fewer signs: it's省略, or simplified.
Meanings of 省略
shěnglüè(sheng3lve4)
primary
1to leave out
2an omission
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About 省略
省略Simplified
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#18374Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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省略 (shěnglüè) vs 删除 (shānchú) — use 省略 when emphasizing omission for brevity, while 删除 indicates outright removal.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 省略 with similar-sounding words like 省 (shěng), which means 'to save' or 'province'. This term is used in both formal and informal contexts, often when discussing language or writing. Be careful with the tones; 省略 has a falling-rising tone on the second character.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 省略 connects to other vocabulary concerning language and communication. Students should focus on using it in examples involving omission in sentences, which can enhance their understanding of sentence structure.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 省略 with 省, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '他省了很多内容' (He saved a lot of content) instead of '他省略了很多内容' (He omitted a lot of content).
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省略 (shěnglüè) refers to the act of leaving out or omitting something, often used in contexts where brevity is required, such as in writing or speech. It can indicate that certain parts of information are intentionally excluded for clarity or conciseness.
When to use 省略
Common mistakes include confusing 省略 with similar-sounding words like 省 (shěng), which means 'to save' or 'province'. This term is used in both formal and informal contexts, often when discussing language or writing. Be careful with the tones; 省略 has a falling-rising tone on the second character.
省略 or something close to it
省略 (shěnglüè) vs 删除 (shānchú) — use 省略 when emphasizing omission for brevity, while 删除 indicates outright removal.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 省略 with 省, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '他省了很多内容' (He saved a lot of content) instead of '他省略了很多内容' (He omitted a lot of content).
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Grammar Patterns of 省略
省略 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 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.
