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过滤guòlǜto filterHSK 7, v, 19 strokes, rank #10684, Very Hard
过滤guòlǜfilterHSK 7, v, 19 strokes, rank #10684, Very Hard
guòlǜ(guo4lu:4)guo lu: T4
  1. 1to filter
  2. 2filter
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March 24, 2026

过滤(過濾)guòlǜ(guo4lu:4)

过滤 (guo4 lu:4) refers to the process of filtering something, often liquids or data, to remove impurities or unwanted elements. This term is commonly used in both physical contexts, like filtering water, and in digital contexts, such as filtering information on the internet.

Strokes19Frequency#10684DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, the concept of filtering is important not only in water purification but also in selecting information in the digital age, reflecting the rapid growth of technology and the importance of discernment in modern society.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large sieve (the character 过, guo4, looks like a sieve) that lets clean water through while trapping dirt below. The second character, 滤 (lu:4), resembles a flowing stream, emphasizing the filtering action of letting only the pure water pass.

Meanings of 过滤

guòlǜ(guo4lu:4)
1to filter
2filter
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About 过滤

过滤Simplified
過濾Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#10684Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 过滤

Quick Contrast

过滤 (guòlǜ) vs 筛选 (shāixuǎn) — use 过滤 for removing impurities, while 筛选 is for selecting or sorting items.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 过滤 with similar terms like 清洗 (qing1 xi3 - to wash), which implies cleaning rather than filtering. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's more common in technical discussions, especially in science and technology.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 过滤 connects well with other technical vocabulary related to processes and actions. Students should focus on its application in both scientific texts and everyday conversations about quality and clarity.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 过滤 in contexts where 处理 (chu3 li3 - to handle or deal with) would be more appropriate, such as saying 处理水 instead of 过滤水 (filter water). Remember that 过滤 specifically implies filtering, not just handling.

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Component Characters

过guò(experienced action marker)
HSK 26 strokes辶
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滤lǜto strain
13 strokes氵
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How to say to filter in Chinese

“to filter” in Chinese is过滤guòlǜ

过滤 (guo4 lu:4) refers to the process of filtering something, often liquids or data, to remove impurities or unwanted elements. This term is commonly used in both physical contexts, like filtering water, and in digital contexts, such as filtering information on the internet.

When to use 过滤

Be careful not to confuse 过滤 with similar terms like 清洗 (qing1 xi3 - to wash), which implies cleaning rather than filtering. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's more common in technical discussions, especially in science and technology.

过滤 or something close to it

过滤 (guòlǜ) vs 筛选 (shāixuǎn) — use 过滤 for removing impurities, while 筛选 is for selecting or sorting items.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 过滤 in contexts where 处理 (chu3 li3 - to handle or deal with) would be more appropriate, such as saying 处理水 instead of 过滤水 (filter water). Remember that 过滤 specifically implies filtering, not just handling.

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Grammar Patterns of 过滤

过滤 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 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.

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这种酶会使啤酒更容易____。

This enzyme would make the filtration of beer easier.

Example Sentences for 过滤 (3)

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这种酶会使啤酒更容易过滤。

zhè zhǒng méi huì shǐ pí jiǔ gēng róng yì guò lǜ。

This enzyme would make the filtration of beer easier.
2
用双层平纹细布或干酪包布过滤混合料。

yòng shuāng céng píng wén xì bù huò gān lào bāo bù guò lǜ hùn hé liào。

Strain the mixture through a double thickness of muslin or cheesecloth.
3
这团凝固的污物堵塞了过滤器。

zhè tuán níng gù de wū wù dǔ sāi le guò lǜ qì。

This congealed muck was interfering with the filter.

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过滤 is often used in discussions about water treatment, data management, and even in cooking when referring to straining liquids.

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