Skip to content
Start your Chinese Learning JourneyStart Now
经受 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
经受jīngshòuto undergo (hardship)HSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #6449, Very Hard
经受jīngshòuto endureHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #6449, Very Hard
经受jīngshòuto withstandHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #6449, Very Hard
jīngshòu(jing1shou4) T1
  1. 1to undergo (hardship)
  2. 2to endure
Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026

经受(經受)jīngshòu(jing1shou4)

经受 means to undergo or endure something, typically hardship or challenges. It is often used in contexts where someone is tested by difficult circumstances, highlighting their resilience and ability to withstand adversity.

Strokes16Frequency#6449DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of enduring hardship is highly valued, often linked to traditional philosophies like Confucianism, which emphasizes resilience and moral fortitude in the face of adversity.

Memory Tip

Think of 经 (jing) as a 'journey' through tough times, and 受 (shou) as 'receiving' these challenges. Imagine a traveler who, through their journey, receives many hardships yet continues to move forward, symbolizing endurance.

Meanings of 经受

jīngshòu(jing1shou4)
1to undergo (hardship)
2to endure
Exercise 1 of 2

Listen & Choose the Meaning

Choose the correct answer:

About 经受

经受Simplified
經受Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

Podcast: 经受

JasonAmy

Podcast: 经受

Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you

AI Study Notes for 经受

Quick Contrast

忍受 (rěnshòu) vs 经受 (jīngshòu): use 经受 when emphasizing resilience in facing challenges, while 忍受 focuses more on the act of tolerating or enduring discomfort.

Usage Notes

This term is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as literature or discussions about emotional or physical challenges. Be cautious with tone; '经' is first tone and '受' is fourth tone, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While not specifically part of HSK vocabulary, '经受' can be related to HSK Level 4 words like '困难' (difficulty) and '挑战' (challenge). Focus on recognizing its usage in sentences discussing perseverance.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 经受 with 经验 (experience), using it incorrectly in contexts where experience is meant. For example, saying '我有很多经受' (I have a lot of endurance) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) is incorrect.

AI-enhanced 2026-03-24

Pronunciation of 经受

Premium — Locked

AI tone practice

Pro

Drill the tone of 经受 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.

Tone drillsInstant feedback+5 XP
See plans to unlock

Component Characters

经Jīngclassics
HSK 78 strokes纟
View full entry
受shòuto receive
HSK 38 strokes又
View full entry

How to say to undergo (hardship) in Chinese

“to undergo (hardship)” in Chinese is经受jīngshòu

经受 means to undergo or endure something, typically hardship or challenges. It is often used in contexts where someone is tested by difficult circumstances, highlighting their resilience and ability to withstand adversity.

When to use 经受

This term is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as literature or discussions about emotional or physical challenges. Be cautious with tone; '经' is first tone and '受' is fourth tone, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

经受 or something close to it

忍受 (rěnshòu) vs 经受 (jīngshòu): use 经受 when emphasizing resilience in facing challenges, while 忍受 focuses more on the act of tolerating or enduring discomfort.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 经受 with 经验 (experience), using it incorrectly in contexts where experience is meant. For example, saying '我有很多经受' (I have a lot of endurance) instead of '我有很多经验' (I have a lot of experience) is incorrect.

Write 经受

经
受

Practice writing 经受 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.

Write correctly 3 times to earn XP

Frequently Asked Questions about 经受

No, 经受 can also refer to emotional and psychological endurance, such as enduring stress or hardship in life.

Jason Recommends

Not sure what to learn after 经受?

Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.