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职业 (zhíyè) vs 生涯 (shēngyá): use 职业 when specifically referring to a person's profession, while 生涯 encompasses the broader life journey.
When using 生涯, it's important to consider the context; it often carries a formal tone. Common phrases include '职业生涯' (career) and '人生生涯' (life journey). Avoid using it in overly casual conversations, as it can sound too serious.
Though 生涯 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it relates to other words about life and career paths that learners encounter. Focus on the character components: 生 (life) and 厶 (personal), which can help in understanding related vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 生涯 with just 'career' or 'job.' For example, saying '我的生涯是医生' (My career is a doctor) is incorrect; it should be '我的职业是医生' (My profession is a doctor).
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How to say career in Chinese
“career” in Chinese is生涯
生涯 (shēngyá) refers to a person's career or the way in which one lives their life. It encompasses not only professional pursuits but also the overall journey and experiences that shape an individual's existence. This term is often used in discussions about life choices, aspirations, and the significance of various life stages.
When to use 生涯
When using 生涯, it's important to consider the context; it often carries a formal tone. Common phrases include '职业生涯' (career) and '人生生涯' (life journey). Avoid using it in overly casual conversations, as it can sound too serious.
生涯 or something close to it
职业 (zhíyè) vs 生涯 (shēngyá): use 职业 when specifically referring to a person's profession, while 生涯 encompasses the broader life journey.
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Learners often confuse 生涯 with just 'career' or 'job.' For example, saying '我的生涯是医生' (My career is a doctor) is incorrect; it should be '我的职业是医生' (My profession is a doctor).
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生涯 encompasses the entire life journey and experiences, while 职业 specifically refers to one's profession or job.
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