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解救 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
解救jiějiùto rescueHSK 7, unknown, 24 strokes, rank #6037, Very Hard
解救jiějiùto help out of difficultiesHSK 7, unknown, 24 strokes, rank #6037, Very Hard
解救jiějiùto save the situationHSK 7, unknown, 24 strokes, rank #6037, Very Hard
jiějiù(jie3jiu4) T3
  1. 1to rescue
  2. 2to help out of difficulties
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March 24, 2026

解救jiějiù(jie3jiu4)

解救 (jiě jiù) means to rescue or help someone out of a difficult situation. It is commonly used in contexts such as emergencies, providing assistance in crises, or alleviating suffering. The word embodies both the physical act of saving and the emotional support involved in helping someone regain stability.

Strokes24Frequency#6037DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of rescue often ties back to the traditional value of helping others in need, which is reflected in popular narratives and folklore. The idea of a 'savior' is important in both mythological stories and contemporary moral teachings.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 解 (jiě) as 'breaking' free from bonds or troubles, and 救 (jiù) as 'saving' someone in distress. Imagine a hero breaking chains (解) to save a person (救) from a dire situation; together, they depict the act of rescue.

Meanings of 解救

jiějiù(jie3jiu4)
1to rescue
2to help out of difficulties
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About 解救

解救Simplified
24Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 解救

Quick Contrast

救 (jiù) vs 解救 (jiějiù): Use 救 (jiù) for the act of saving in a more general sense, while 解救 (jiějiù) emphasizes rescuing from a difficult situation with emotional support.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 解救 with similar words like 救助 (jiù zhù), which means to assist or help but may not imply a rescue. This term is more common in informal settings, but it can also be used in formal contexts when discussing emergencies or assistance. Remember to use the correct tones, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 解救 is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects well with HSK 4 vocabulary related to assistance and help. Focus on the components of the characters to enhance your understanding of related terms such as 救 (jiù) and 解 (jiě).

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 解救 with 救助, using them interchangeably in wrong contexts. For example, saying '我帮助他解救' (wǒ bāngzhù tā jiě jiù) is incorrect; it should be '我帮助他救助' (wǒ bāngzhù tā jiù zhù) when referring to helping someone without an urgent rescue implication.

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Component Characters

解jiěto divide
HSK 613 strokes角
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救jiùaid, help; to rescue, to save
HSK 511 strokes攵
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How to say to rescue in Chinese

“to rescue” in Chinese is解救jiějiù

解救 (jiě jiù) means to rescue or help someone out of a difficult situation. It is commonly used in contexts such as emergencies, providing assistance in crises, or alleviating suffering. The word embodies both the physical act of saving and the emotional support involved in helping someone regain stability.

When to use 解救

Be careful not to confuse 解救 with similar words like 救助 (jiù zhù), which means to assist or help but may not imply a rescue. This term is more common in informal settings, but it can also be used in formal contexts when discussing emergencies or assistance. Remember to use the correct tones, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.

解救 or something close to it

救 (jiù) vs 解救 (jiějiù): Use 救 (jiù) for the act of saving in a more general sense, while 解救 (jiějiù) emphasizes rescuing from a difficult situation with emotional support.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 解救 with 救助, using them interchangeably in wrong contexts. For example, saying '我帮助他解救' (wǒ bāngzhù tā jiě jiù) is incorrect; it should be '我帮助他救助' (wǒ bāngzhù tā jiù zhù) when referring to helping someone without an urgent rescue implication.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 解救

Yes, it can be used in everyday situations, especially when talking about helping friends or family.

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