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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
接通jiētōngto connectHSK 7, unknown, 21 strokes, rank #4529, Very Hard
接通jiētōngto put throughHSK 7, unknown, 21 strokes, rank #4529, Very Hard
jiētōng(jie1tong1)jie tong T1
  1. 1to connect
  2. 2to put through
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March 24, 2026

接通jiētōng(jie1tong1)

接通 refers to the act of connecting devices or systems, such as putting a phone call through. It is commonly used in telecommunications and electronics contexts, indicating that a connection has been successfully established.

Strokes21Frequency#4529DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese society, clear communication is highly valued, especially in business and personal relationships. The term 接通 is often used in customer service contexts, highlighting the importance of making connections quickly and efficiently.

Memory tip

Think of 接 (jie) as a 'hand' reaching out to connect something, while 通 (tong) sounds like 'tongue,' which can symbolize communication. Imagine a hand reaching out with a tongue ready to speak, representing a call being connected.

Meanings of 接通

jiētōng(jie1tong1)
1to connect
2to put through
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接通Simplified
21Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

接入 (jiērù) - use 接通 when emphasizing the successful establishment of a connection, while 接入 focuses more on the act of gaining access to a system or network.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 接通 with similar terms like 连接 (liánjiē), which also means 'to connect' but is often used for physical connections. This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual situations.

HSK Study Tips

接通 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, but it relates to other words about communication like 电话 (diànhuà - telephone) and 连接 (liánjiē - connect). Focus on the context of communication and technology when studying this word.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 接通 with 断开 (duànkāi - to disconnect) when talking about communication. Remember, 接通 means to connect, not to cut off.

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Component characters

接jiēto receive
HSK 311 strokes扌
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通tōngto go through
HSK 410 strokes辶
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How to say to connect in Chinese

“to connect” in Chinese is接通jiētōng

接通 refers to the act of connecting devices or systems, such as putting a phone call through. It is commonly used in telecommunications and electronics contexts, indicating that a connection has been successfully established.

When to use 接通

Common mistakes include confusing 接通 with similar terms like 连接 (liánjiē), which also means 'to connect' but is often used for physical connections. This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual situations.

接通 or something close to it

接入 (jiērù) - use 接通 when emphasizing the successful establishment of a connection, while 接入 focuses more on the act of gaining access to a system or network.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 接通 with 断开 (duànkāi - to disconnect) when talking about communication. Remember, 接通 means to connect, not to cut off.

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Frequently asked questions about 接通

You can say, '请把电话接通' (Qǐng bǎ diànhuà jiētōng), meaning 'Please connect the call.'

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