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验收 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
验收yànshōuto check on receiptHSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #31738, Very Hard
验收yànshōuan inventory of received goodsHSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #31738, Very Hard
验收yànshōuto verify and accept (a delivery)HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #31738, Very Hard
验收yànshōuto inspect and acceptHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #31738, Very Hard
验收yànshōuacceptanceHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #31738, Very Hard
yànshōu(yan4shou1)yan shou T4
  1. 1to check on receipt
  2. 2an inventory of received goods
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March 24, 2026

验收(驗收)yànshōu(yan4shou1)

验收 (yàn shōu) refers to the process of checking and accepting goods or services upon receipt. It is commonly used in contexts such as logistics, construction, and quality control, where verification of the quantity and quality of items is essential. The term conveys the importance of ensuring that what has been delivered meets the expected standards before acceptance.

Strokes16Frequency#31738DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese business culture, the practice of 验收 is crucial to maintain quality and accountability in transactions. It reflects a meticulous approach to commerce, where verifying goods before acceptance ensures trust and reliability.

Memory tip

Think of 验 (yàn) as 'examining' and 收 (shōu) as 'receiving.' Imagine a warehouse where a supervisor examines the received boxes, checking if they match the order before officially accepting them. The visual of 'examining' the 'received' goods can help you remember the term.

Meanings of 验收

yànshōu(yan4shou1)
1to check on receipt
2an inventory of received goods
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About 验收

验收Simplified
驗收Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#31738Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

验收 (acceptance check) vs 接收 (receiving) — use 验收 when emphasizing the verification process after receiving goods.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 验收 with just accepting (收), as 验收 implies a thorough inspection. It is typically used in formal contexts, especially in business or logistics. Be careful with the tones; using the wrong tone (e.g., yan3 shou1) can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 验收 connects well with other terms related to quality control and business operations, such as 质量 (zhì liàng, quality) and 合同 (hé tóng, contract). Students should focus on understanding its application in professional settings.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 验收 by saying it simply means 'to receive' (e.g., saying '我验收了包裹' which translates to 'I received the package'). The correct usage would require emphasizing the inspection aspect, such as '我验收了包裹并确认质量' (I inspected the package and confirmed the quality).

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Component characters

验yànto examine
HSK 710 strokes马
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收shōuto receive
HSK 36 strokes攵
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How to say to check on receipt in Chinese

“to check on receipt” in Chinese is验收yànshōu

验收 (yàn shōu) refers to the process of checking and accepting goods or services upon receipt. It is commonly used in contexts such as logistics, construction, and quality control, where verification of the quantity and quality of items is essential. The term conveys the importance of ensuring that what has been delivered meets the expected standards before acceptance.

When to use 验收

Common mistakes include confusing 验收 with just accepting (收), as 验收 implies a thorough inspection. It is typically used in formal contexts, especially in business or logistics. Be careful with the tones; using the wrong tone (e.g., yan3 shou1) can change the meaning entirely.

验收 or something close to it

验收 (acceptance check) vs 接收 (receiving) — use 验收 when emphasizing the verification process after receiving goods.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 验收 by saying it simply means 'to receive' (e.g., saying '我验收了包裹' which translates to 'I received the package'). The correct usage would require emphasizing the inspection aspect, such as '我验收了包裹并确认质量' (I inspected the package and confirmed the quality).

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验收 is typically required in logistics when goods are delivered, in construction when materials arrive, or in any scenario where quality assurance is necessary.

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