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March 24, 2026
介入()jièrù(jie4ru4)
介入 (jiè rù) means to intervene or to get involved in a situation, often implying a degree of intrusion or influence. It is commonly used in contexts such as politics, social issues, and personal relationships, where one party may step in to affect the course of events.
Frequency#5725DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, intervention often reflects social responsibility; for example, community members may feel obligated to intervene in disputes to restore harmony, which is a core value in Confucianism.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'giant' (the sound of 'jie') stepping into a room (the visual of '入' meaning to enter). This giant represents someone intervening, making their presence felt in a situation that might need help or change.
Meanings of 介入
jièrù(jie4ru4)
1to intervene
2to get involved
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About 介入
介入Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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干预 (gānyù) - use 介入 (jièrù) when emphasizing involvement or intrusion in a situation, while 干预 (gānyù) focuses more on interference or intervention in a controlling manner.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'giant' (the sound of 'jie') stepping into a room (the visual of '入' meaning to enter). This giant represents someone intervening, making their presence felt in a situation that might need help or change.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 介入 with other similar words like 插手 (chā shǒu), which also means to meddle but carries a more negative connotation. The term is more formal, so use it in serious discussions rather than casual conversations.
HSK Study Tips
As a word that expresses the action of intervening, 介入 connects well with other HSK Level 4 verbs that describe actions or influences. Focus on its application in sentences to better grasp its nuances in context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, intervention often reflects social responsibility; for example, community members may feel obligated to intervene in disputes to restore harmony, which is a core value in Confucianism.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 介入 with other terms like 干预, using them interchangeably. An incorrect example is saying '我会干预这个项目' (I will intervene this project) instead of '我会介入这个项目.'
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Cultural Notes for 介入
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, intervention often reflects social responsibility; for example, community members may feel obligated to intervene in disputes to restore harmony, which is a core value in Confucianism.
Frequently Asked Questions about 介入
Not necessarily; while it can imply unwanted interference, it can also refer to helpful interventions in situations like conflicts or crises.
Yes, it is often used in business discussions when referring to management or external parties stepping in to assist or influence a project.
While both can mean to intervene, 干预 (gān yù) is more about interference, often in a negative sense, whereas 介入 (jiè rù) can be neutral or positive.
