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核实 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
核实héshíto verifyHSK 7, unknown, rank #10572, Hard
核实héshíto checkHSK 7, unknown, rank #10572, Hard
héshí(he2shi2) T2
  1. 1to verify
  2. 2to check
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March 24, 2026
核实(核實)héshí(he2shi2)

核实 (he2 shi2) means to verify or check the authenticity of information or facts. It is commonly used in contexts where accuracy is crucial, such as in business, research, or legal matters.

Frequency#10572DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, thorough verification is often emphasized in both personal and professional settings, reflecting the value placed on trustworthiness and integrity in relationships.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large nuclear power plant (核) where everything must be verified (实) for safety. The '核' looks like a nuclear reactor, and '实' sounds like 'shih', reminding you to check things thoroughly.

Meanings of 核实

héshí(he2shi2)
1to verify
2to check
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About 核实

核实Simplified
核實Traditional
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 核实

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验证 (yànzhèng) — use 核实 when emphasizing the process of verification rather than the act of validating.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a large nuclear power plant (核) where everything must be verified (实) for safety. The '核' looks like a nuclear reactor, and '实' sounds like 'shih', reminding you to check things thoroughly.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 核实 with similar terms like 确认 (queren), which means to confirm. 核实 is more focused on verification of facts, while 确认 can imply acknowledgment. It's used in formal contexts.

HSK Study Tips

Though not in the official HSK vocabulary, 核实 can be relevant for HSK Level 5 students as it relates to themes of accuracy and verification. Focus on its usage in written and formal contexts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, thorough verification is often emphasized in both personal and professional settings, reflecting the value placed on trustworthiness and integrity in relationships.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 核实 with 确认, using them interchangeably in contexts where verification (核实) is required rather than acknowledgment (确认). For example, saying '我核实了这个信息' is correct, but saying '我确认了这个信息' in a verification context would be misleading.

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HSK 710 strokes
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shíreal
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Cultural Notes for 核实

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, thorough verification is often emphasized in both personal and professional settings, reflecting the value placed on trustworthiness and integrity in relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions about 核实

It's more common in formal settings, such as business or academic discussions, rather than casual conversations.