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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
见识jiànshiknowledge and experienceHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #3552, Very Hard
见识jiànshito increase one's knowledgeHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #3552, Very Hard
jiànshi(jian4shi5)jian shi T4
  1. 1knowledge and experience
  2. 2to increase one's knowledge
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March 24, 2026

见识(見識)jiànshi(jian4shi5)

见识 (jiàn shì) refers to the knowledge and experience one gains through exposure and learning. It is often used in contexts where someone is encouraged to broaden their horizons or learn from diverse experiences, emphasizing the importance of wisdom and understanding in various situations.

Strokes11Frequency#3552DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 见识 is highly valued, often associated with the idea that travel and diverse experiences contribute significantly to personal development. This aligns with the cultural emphasis on learning from elders and experiences.

Memory tip

Imagine a wise old sage with glasses (见) perched on his nose, observing the world (识) around him. His keen sight allows him to gather knowledge and experience, hence the phrase 'to see and know'—that’s how you gain 见识.

Meanings of 见识

jiànshi(jian4shi5)
1knowledge and experience
2to increase one's knowledge
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见识Simplified
見識Traditional
11Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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见解 (jiànjiě) vs 见识 (jiànshì): Choose 见识 when referring to knowledge gained through experience, while 见解 emphasizes personal opinions or interpretations.

Usage Notes

Be cautious to use 见识 appropriately in both formal and informal contexts, as it can imply a level of sophistication. Common collocations include '增加见识' (increase knowledge) and '开阔见识' (broaden one's understanding). Remember to use the correct tones: jian4 and shi5.

HSK Study Tips

While 见识 is not featured in the HSK lists, it connects well with other vocabulary related to knowledge and learning. Focus on understanding its usage in phrases that encourage personal growth, as well as practicing the tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 见识 with 知识, using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我有很多知识' (I have a lot of knowledge) instead of '我有很多见识' (I have a lot of experience and knowledge) misses the nuance of experiential learning.

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Component characters

见jiànto see
HSK 14 strokes见
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识shíto record
HSK 67 strokes讠
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How to say knowledge and experience in Chinese

“knowledge and experience” in Chinese is见识jiànshi

见识 (jiàn shì) refers to the knowledge and experience one gains through exposure and learning. It is often used in contexts where someone is encouraged to broaden their horizons or learn from diverse experiences, emphasizing the importance of wisdom and understanding in various situations.

When to use 见识

Be cautious to use 见识 appropriately in both formal and informal contexts, as it can imply a level of sophistication. Common collocations include '增加见识' (increase knowledge) and '开阔见识' (broaden one's understanding). Remember to use the correct tones: jian4 and shi5.

见识 or something close to it

见解 (jiànjiě) vs 见识 (jiànshì): Choose 见识 when referring to knowledge gained through experience, while 见解 emphasizes personal opinions or interpretations.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 见识 with 知识, using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我有很多知识' (I have a lot of knowledge) instead of '我有很多见识' (I have a lot of experience and knowledge) misses the nuance of experiential learning.

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见识 emphasizes experiential knowledge and wisdom gained through life experiences, whereas 知识 refers more broadly to factual knowledge.

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