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缴 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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缴
jiǎo
to hand in
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, radical 纟, rank #13310, Very Hard
缴
jiǎo
to hand over
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, radical 纟, rank #13310, Very Hard
缴
jiǎo
to seize
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, radical 纟, rank #13310, Very Hard
缴
jiǎo
to deliver, to submit, to hand over
HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, radical 纟, rank #13310, Very Hard
jiǎo(jiao3)jiao T3
1to hand in
2to hand over
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March 24, 2026
缴(繳)jiǎo(jiao3)
The character 缴 (jiǎo) primarily means to hand in or submit something, often in an official or formal context. It can also imply the act of delivering or handing over, such as submitting documents or paying fees. This word is commonly used in administrative and legal contexts, emphasizing the importance of compliance and submission.
Strokes16Radical纟Frequency#13310DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the act of submitting documents, such as tax payments or school applications, carries significant weight, often reflecting one's responsibility and social standing. 缴 is frequently used in civic duties, illustrating the importance of compliance.
Memory tip
Imagine a student handing in their homework (交作业, jiāo zuòyè) to the teacher. The character 缴 looks like a person handing something over, with the radical representing 'to bind' or 'to tie up' suggesting the finality of submission.
Meanings of 缴
jiǎo(jiao3)
1to hand in
2to hand over
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About 缴
缴Simplified
繳Traditional
16Strokes
纟Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#13310Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
缴 (jiǎo) vs 交 (jiāo) — use 缴 for formal submissions, while 交 is more general for handing over or giving.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 缴 (jiǎo) with 交 (jiāo), which also means 'to hand over' but is more informal. Use 缴 in contexts requiring formality, such as submitting applications or payments. Remember that the pronunciation has a falling tone (3rd tone), which can be tricky for learners.
HSK Study Tips
While 缴 is not listed in HSK levels, it connects to basic vocabulary related to actions and submissions, which are important for HSK 3 and 4 learners. Focus on using it in conjunction with terms related to official documents and payments.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 缴 with 交, mistakenly using 缴 in informal contexts. For example, saying '我交了作业' (Wǒ jiāo le zuòyè) is correct, but saying '我缴了作业' (Wǒ jiǎo le zuòyè) is not appropriate.
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缴 = 纟 + 敫. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 缴
IDS Structure⿰纟敫
缴Full character
=
纟si1
left
敫jiao3
right
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Parts
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How to say to hand in in Chinese
“to hand in” in Chinese is缴jiǎo
The character 缴 (jiǎo) primarily means to hand in or submit something, often in an official or formal context. It can also imply the act of delivering or handing over, such as submitting documents or paying fees. This word is commonly used in administrative and legal contexts, emphasizing the importance of compliance and submission.
When to use 缴
Common mistakes include confusing 缴 (jiǎo) with 交 (jiāo), which also means 'to hand over' but is more informal. Use 缴 in contexts requiring formality, such as submitting applications or payments. Remember that the pronunciation has a falling tone (3rd tone), which can be tricky for learners.
缴 or something close to it
缴 (jiǎo) vs 交 (jiāo) — use 缴 for formal submissions, while 交 is more general for handing over or giving.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 缴 with 交, mistakenly using 缴 in informal contexts. For example, saying '我交了作业' (Wǒ jiāo le zuòyè) is correct, but saying '我缴了作业' (Wǒ jiǎo le zuòyè) is not appropriate.
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缴
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Grammar patterns of 缴
缴 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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透支的客户每月要____纳5英镑的费用。
Customers who arrange overdrafts will face a monthly charge of £
Example sentences for 缴 (10)
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透支的客户每月要缴纳5英镑的费用。
tòuzhī de kèhù měi yuè yào jiǎonà5 yīngbàng de fèiyong。
Customers who arrange overdrafts will face a monthly charge of £
