脆弱性 (cuìruòxìng) refers to the quality of being fragile or vulnerable. It is commonly used in contexts related to psychology, health, and technology, describing susceptibility to harm or stress. The term emphasizes an inherent weakness that can be affected by external factors.
HSK 7, 24 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
脆弱性cuìruòxìng(cui4ruo4xing4)
脆弱性 (cuìruòxìng) refers to the quality of being fragile or vulnerable. It is commonly used in contexts related to psychology, health, and technology, describing susceptibility to harm or stress. The term emphasizes an inherent weakness that can be affected by external factors.
Strokes24Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussions about vulnerability often highlight the importance of resilience and support from family and community, reflecting a collective approach to well-being.
Memory Tip
Imagine a delicate glass figurine (脆 - cuì) that is easily breakable (弱 - ruò) and represents vulnerability (性 - xìng) in life. Picture someone carefully handling it to avoid shattering, reinforcing the idea of fragility and the importance of protection.
About 脆弱性
脆弱性Simplified
24Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
脆弱性 (cuìruòxìng) vs 弱点 (ruòdiǎn) — use 脆弱性 to emphasize overall vulnerability, while 弱点 refers specifically to a particular weakness or flaw.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a delicate glass figurine (脆 - cuì) that is easily breakable (弱 - ruò) and represents vulnerability (性 - xìng) in life. Picture someone carefully handling it to avoid shattering, reinforcing the idea of fragility and the importance of protection.
Usage Notes
When using 脆弱性, be mindful of contexts that require a formal register, such as academic writing or discussions on mental health. Common collocations include '心理脆弱性' (psychological vulnerability) and '系统脆弱性' (system vulnerability). Avoid confusing it with just 脆弱 (fragile), which lacks the noun suffix.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 7 word, focus on understanding its application in complex sentences and various contexts. Connect it to other related vocabulary such as 强壮 (strong) and 抵抗 (resistance) to understand contrasting concepts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussions about vulnerability often highlight the importance of resilience and support from family and community, reflecting a collective approach to well-being.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 脆弱性 with just 脆弱, which loses the nuance of it being a noun. For example, saying '他很脆弱性' is incorrect; it should be '他的脆弱性很明显' (His vulnerability is obvious).
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Cultural Notes for 脆弱性
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In Chinese culture, discussions about vulnerability often highlight the importance of resilience and support from family and community, reflecting a collective approach to well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions about 脆弱性
You can say '他的心理脆弱性使他在压力下表现不佳' (His psychological vulnerability affects his performance under pressure).
脆弱性 is more commonly used in written Chinese, especially in academic and professional contexts.
While it primarily refers to abstract concepts, it can describe physical objects in metaphorical contexts, like '这款手机的脆弱性很高' (This phone has high vulnerability).
