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核对 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
核对héduìto checkHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #9740, Very Hard
核对héduìto verifyHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #9740, Very Hard
核对héduìto auditHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #9740, Very Hard
核对héduìto examineHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #9740, Very Hard
héduì(he2dui4)he dui T2
  1. 1to check
  2. 2to verify
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March 24, 2026

核对(核對)héduì(he2dui4)

核对 (he2 dui4) means to check, verify, or audit something for accuracy. It is commonly used in contexts such as verifying documents, checking financial records, or ensuring that information matches across different sources.

Strokes15Frequency#9740DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese business culture, meticulous verification of documents and accounts is highly valued, reflecting a broader emphasis on accuracy and diligence in professional settings.

Memory Tip

Think of 核 (he2) as a 'core' or 'nucleus' where important things are stored, and 对 (dui4) sounds like 'duet,' which implies matching pairs. Imagine checking the core details in a duet to ensure both singers are in harmony.

Meanings of 核对

héduì(he2dui4)
1to check
2to verify
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About 核对

核对Simplified
核對Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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对比 (duìbǐ) — use 核对 when emphasizing verification for accuracy, whereas 对比 focuses on comparing differences or similarities.

Usage Notes

核对 is often used in formal contexts such as business or legal settings. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with '检查' (jian3 cha2), which means 'to inspect' but has a broader meaning. Be mindful of the tone; ensure you pronounce '核对' with the correct tones to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

核对 is not currently listed in HSK levels but is relevant for learners at intermediate levels. Focusing on practical vocabulary related to verification and checking will help students connect this word with others like '确认' (que4 ren4) which means 'to confirm.'

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 核对 with 确认 (que4 ren4), thinking they are interchangeable. An example mistake is saying '我需要确认这些文件' when they actually mean to say '核对.' The correct phrase should be '我需要核对这些文件.'

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Component Characters

核hépit
HSK 710 strokes木
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对duìright
HSK 15 strokes寸
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How to say to check in Chinese

“to check” in Chinese is核对héduì

核对 (he2 dui4) means to check, verify, or audit something for accuracy. It is commonly used in contexts such as verifying documents, checking financial records, or ensuring that information matches across different sources.

When to use 核对

核对 is often used in formal contexts such as business or legal settings. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with '检查' (jian3 cha2), which means 'to inspect' but has a broader meaning. Be mindful of the tone; ensure you pronounce '核对' with the correct tones to avoid confusion.

核对 or something close to it

对比 (duìbǐ) — use 核对 when emphasizing verification for accuracy, whereas 对比 focuses on comparing differences or similarities.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 核对 with 确认 (que4 ren4), thinking they are interchangeable. An example mistake is saying '我需要确认这些文件' when they actually mean to say '核对.' The correct phrase should be '我需要核对这些文件.'

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Frequently Asked Questions about 核对

核对 refers specifically to checking for accuracy or matching information, while 检查 is a broader term meaning to inspect or examine.

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