Z HSK 7-9 Vocabulary

Browse 453 HSK 7-9 Vocabulary entries for Chinese under Z.

Pinyin Z

之 zhī A classical possessive particle meaning 'of'; also functions as a pronoun meaning 'this' or 'it'. A literary marker creating elegant, for...
则 zé Then; in that case; a rule or principle. A literary conjunction indicating consequence, contrast, or enumeration.
制 zhì To make; to manufacture; to control or restrain. A fundamental character for creation, production, and regulation.
主 zhǔ Master; owner; host; main person in charge. The person who has authority or ownership over something.
主义 zhǔ yì Doctrine; -ism; ideology. A system of principles, beliefs, or theories that guide thought and action.
注 zhù Note; annotation; to annotate. Also: to pour, to inject, or a stake in gambling.
在线 zài xiàn Online; connected to the internet or a network; actively available on a digital platform.
资讯 zī xùn Information; news; intelligence. Data or knowledge that keeps one informed.
自行 zì xíng By oneself; independently; on one's own initiative; of one's own accord. An adverb indicating autonomous action without external instruct...
转型 zhuǎn xíng To transform; to transition; transformation. A fundamental change in form, structure, or business model.
拯救 zhěng jiù To rescue; to save from danger, disaster, or ruin. A dramatic term implying saving from dire circumstances.
种族 zhǒng zú Race; ethnic group. A category of humans sharing physical or genetic characteristics.
置 zhì To place; to put; to set. A formal character for positioning or arranging something.
质疑 zhì yí To question; to doubt; to challenge the validity of. Expressing scepticism about something's truth or correctness.
致 zhì To cause; to send; to deliver. A versatile character indicating causing a result or conveying something.
主权 zhǔ quán Sovereignty; sovereign rights. The supreme authority of a state over its territory and affairs.
再度 zài dù Once again; for the second or subsequent time. An adverb emphasizing the recurrence of a significant event or action.
正面 zhèng miàn Front side; the right side. As an adjective, positive, frontal, or head-on.
执法 zhí fǎ To enforce the law; law enforcement. The act of applying legal rules and ensuring compliance.
整合 zhěng hé To integrate; to consolidate. Bringing separate elements together into a unified, coordinated whole.
秩序 zhì xù Order; sequence; proper arrangement. The state of being organised according to rules or principles.
周边 zhōu biān Periphery; surrounding area; vicinity. Also refers to merchandise or accessories related to a main product.
组建 zǔ jiàn To form; to establish; to set up. Refers to creating an organised group, team, or institution.
之所以 zhī suǒ yǐ The reason why; the cause of. A conjunction introducing the reason or cause for something, often paired with 是因为.
账号 zhàng hào Account number; account ID; username. A unique identifier for a financial or digital account.
资本主义 zī běn zhǔ yì Capitalism; the capitalist system. An economic system based on private ownership and free markets.
总额 zǒng é Grand total; total amount. The aggregate sum of all components in a financial or quantitative reckoning.
制裁 zhì cái To impose sanctions; to punish or penalise. Official measures taken to punish violations of law or international norms.
尊严 zūn yán Dignity; self-respect. The quality of being worthy of respect and honour, especially in relation to one's personal integrity and rights.
诸多 zhū duō Many; numerous; a great deal of. A formal way to express multiplicity of things or factors.
自称 zì chēng To claim to be; to call oneself; to profess. Declaring one's own identity or status.
债务 zhài wù Debt; liability; obligation. Money or obligations owed to others.
罪犯 zuì fàn Criminal; offender. A person who has committed a crime, especially one who has been convicted.
征 zhēng To levy; to conscript; to collect by official authority. Also means to seek or solicit from the public.
砸 zá To smash; to break by striking; to bungle or ruin. Refers to physically destroying something by impact, or colloquially to wreck a perfor...
制服 zhì fú A uniform; standardised clothing worn by members of an organisation. Also a verb meaning to subdue or bring under control.
众人 zhòng rén Everyone; all the people present; the crowd. The collective group of people in a situation.
直至 zhí zhì Until; up to. A conjunction indicating the end point of an action or duration.
姿势 zī shì Posture; pose; stance; position. The way in which a body is positioned or held.
主演 zhǔ yǎn To star in; lead actor/actress. As a verb, to play the main role; as a noun, the person in the leading role.
贼 zéi Thief; burglar; traitor. A person who steals or, historically, a rebel or enemy of the state.
折磨 zhé mó To torment; to torture; to agonize. To cause prolonged suffering or distress.
指南 zhǐ nán A guide; a guidebook or manual. Something that provides direction or instruction for a particular subject.
职权 zhí quán Authority; powers and duties attached to a position. The official scope of one's responsibility and decision-making power.
在意 zài yì To mind; to care about; to attach importance to something. To give weight or emotional attention to something, particularly the opinions ...
撰写 zhuàn xiě To write; to compose; to author. To create written works, especially formal or scholarly texts.
宗旨 zōng zhǐ Purpose; guiding principle; mission. The fundamental aim or objective that an organisation, document, or initiative is built around.
专制 zhuān zhì Autocratic; despotic; tyrannical. A system of government where one person has absolute power.
指令 zhǐ lìng An instruction; a command or directive. An authoritative order that must be followed.
专注 zhuān zhù Focused; concentrated; attentive. Giving undivided attention to something.
追踪 zhuī zōng To track; to trace; to follow the trail of. To monitor movement or investigate by following clues.
遵循 zūn xún To follow; to abide by; to act in accordance with principles, rules, or guidelines.
职员 zhí yuán An employee; a staff member. Someone employed in an office or organisation.
终结 zhōng jié To end; to conclude; to terminate. The final ending of something that has run its course.
主力 zhǔ lì Main force; backbone; key player. The primary strength or most important contributors to an effort.
主编 zhǔ biān Editor-in-chief; chief editor. As a verb, to serve as chief editor or to compile.
作风 zuò fēng Work style; conduct; manner of operating. The characteristic attitude and behaviour that defines how a person, organisation, or instituti...
赞同 zàn tóng To agree; to approve of; to endorse. To express support for a proposal, opinion, or course of action.
字幕 zì mù Subtitles; captions. Text displayed on screen to represent dialogue, lyrics, or explanatory information in films, videos, and broadcasts.
真心 zhēn xīn Sincerity; a genuine heart. True feelings or honest intentions, as opposed to pretence or flattery.
致命 zhì mìng Fatal; deadly; lethal. Capable of causing death or catastrophic failure.
转载 zhuǎn zǎi To reprint; to repost; to republish. To publish content from another source.
挣扎 zhēng zhá To struggle; to fight to break free. Physical or figurative efforts to escape difficulty, constraint, or hardship.
专栏 zhuān lán Column; special section; regular feature. A dedicated section in publications for a specific topic or writer.
作物 zuò wù Crops; cultivated plants. Agricultural plants grown for food, fibre, or other uses.
征收 zhēng shōu To levy; to collect taxes, fees, or property by governmental authority. Official exaction.
钻石 zuàn shí Diamond. A precious gemstone valued for its exceptional hardness and brilliant lustre.
忠诚 zhōng chéng Loyal; faithful; loyalty. Devoted and true to a person, cause, or duty.
注入 zhù rù To inject; to pour into; to infuse. To add something into something else, either physically or metaphorically.
致使 zhì shǐ To cause; to result in. As a conjunction, so that or with the result that.
召集 zhào jí To convene; to assemble; to summon people together for a meeting or gathering.
诈骗 zhà piàn To defraud; to swindle; fraud. The act of obtaining money or benefits through deception.
知识分子 zhī shi fèn zǐ An intellectual; an educated person engaged in mental labour, particularly in academic, literary, or professional fields.
资深 zī shēn Senior; veteran; experienced. Having extensive experience and expertise in a particular field.
兹 zī This; hereby; now; here. A formal demonstrative pronoun used in official documents.
真是的 zhēn shì de An exclamation expressing mild exasperation, disbelief, or reproach. Roughly equivalent to 'Honestly!', 'Really!', or 'Oh come on!' in En...
致力于 zhì lì yú To be devoted to; to commit oneself to. Dedicating one's efforts toward a particular cause or goal.
姿态 zī tài Attitude; posture; stance; bearing. The manner in which one presents oneself, physically or figuratively.
宗 zōng Measure word for cases, matters, or transactions (especially legal, financial, or official affairs). Also: ancestor; sect; lineage.
祖先 zǔ xiān Ancestors; forebears. The people from whom one is descended, especially those from earlier generations.
旨在 zhǐ zài To aim at; to be intended for. A formal expression indicating the purpose or goal of an action or policy.
制品 zhì pǐn A product; a manufactured article. Items made from raw materials through processing or production.
振兴 zhèn xīng To revitalise; to invigorate; to bring about a renewal of strength and prosperity. Used for industries, economies, cultures, or nations.
准则 zhǔn zé Criterion; principle; standard; guideline. A rule or principle used as a basis for judgment or behavior.
暂 zàn Temporarily; for the time being; briefly. An adverb indicating that something is a short-term or provisional state.
直径 zhí jìng Diameter; the straight line passing through the centre of a circle connecting two points on its circumference.
注定 zhù dìng To be destined; to be fated; predetermined. Something that is bound to happen as if by fate.
着手 zhuó shǒu To start; to set about; to begin working on. To commence action on a task or project.
租赁 zū lìn To lease; to rent. The formal term for a contractual arrangement in which one party pays for the temporary use of property, equipment, or...
阵营 zhèn yíng A camp; a faction or side in a conflict, debate, or competition. A group of people united by shared ideology or interests against another...
震撼 zhèn hàn To deeply move or shock; to shake to the core. Describes a profound emotional or psychological impact that leaves a lasting impression.
指向 zhǐ xiàng To point toward; to indicate direction. Also a noun meaning the direction or target something points to.
重伤 zhòng shāng Serious injury; severe wound. A physical injury that is life-threatening or causes significant impairment.
招标 zhāo biāo To invite tenders; to call for bids. The process of soliciting competitive bids for a project or contract.
指引 zhǐ yǐn To guide; to show the way. Providing direction, either physically or through advice and leadership.
制止 zhì zhǐ To stop; to prevent; to put an end to. Taking action to halt an undesirable behaviour or situation.
肿瘤 zhǒng liú Tumour; neoplasm. An abnormal mass of tissue resulting from uncontrolled cell growth.
斩 zhǎn To chop; to behead; to cut down. To sever with a blade in a decisive manner.
指望 zhǐ wàng To count on; to hope for or expect. Also a noun meaning expectation or hope.
至此 zhì cǐ Up to this point; by now; thus far. A formal expression marking a conclusion or turning point in a narrative.
卓越 zhuó yuè Outstanding; excellent; distinguished; remarkable. Exceptionally high quality or achievement that stands above others.
证人 zhèng rén A witness; a person who testifies to what they have seen or experienced. Someone who provides evidence in legal or formal proceedings.
自发 zì fā Spontaneous; voluntary; self-initiated. Arising naturally without external direction.
阻挡 zǔ dǎng To block; to obstruct; to stop. Refers to preventing someone or something from advancing or proceeding.
走廊 zǒu láng Corridor; hallway; passage. An enclosed passageway connecting rooms or areas within a building, or a narrow strip of land linking two reg...
赞美 zàn měi To praise; to extol; to speak highly of something's beauty, virtue, or excellence. Used for aesthetic appreciation or moral commendation.
中立 zhōng lì Neutral; to remain neutral. Not taking sides in a conflict or dispute.
自私 zì sī Selfish; self-centred. Describes a person who prioritises their own interests at the expense of others.
执照 zhí zhào A licence; an official permit authorising someone to do something. A formal document granting legal permission.
再现 zài xiàn To reappear; to reproduce; to re-enact or recreate. For something to appear or manifest again, especially something from the past.
招募 zhāo mù To recruit; to enlist; to hire. Actively seeking and enrolling personnel.
展出 zhǎn chū To exhibit; to display; to put on show. To present items for public viewing.
帐篷 zhàng peng Tent. A portable shelter made of fabric supported by poles.
治愈 zhì yù To cure; to heal. The process of recovering from illness or emotional wounds.
终究 zhōng jiū Eventually; after all; in the end. Something that will happen despite obstacles or delays.
字体 zì tǐ Font; typeface; calligraphy style. The specific visual design or style of written or printed characters.
造就 zào jiù To cultivate; to bring into being; to nurture and shape into something accomplished. To create or produce a person of talent or a signifi...
震动 zhèn dòng To shake; to vibrate. Also used figuratively to mean causing a significant stir or upheaval in society or a field.
中旬 zhōng xún The middle ten days of a month; mid-month. Days 11-20 of any month.
崭新 zhǎn xīn Brand-new; completely new. Something entirely fresh without any wear or previous use.
忠实 zhōng shí Faithful; loyal; true to. Adhering closely to the original or being reliably devoted.
主页 zhǔ yè Homepage; main page. The primary page of a website or the default page of a browser.
壮大 zhuàng dà To strengthen; to grow in power. As an adjective, strong and flourishing.
致敬 zhì jìng To pay tribute; to salute; to show respect. A formal expression of honour or admiration.
噪音 zào yīn Noise; unwanted, disturbing sound. The general everyday term for loud, disruptive, or unpleasant sound that disturbs daily life.
粘 zhān To stick; to paste; to adhere. To attach one thing to another using adhesive properties.
脂肪 zhī fáng Fat; adipose tissue. The oily substance stored in the body or found in food.
赞扬 zàn yáng To praise; to commend; to speak highly of. To publicly or explicitly extol the virtues, achievements, or conduct of a person or thing.
直觉 zhí jué Intuition; an instinctive feeling or immediate understanding without conscious reasoning.
滋味 zī wèi Taste; flavor; feeling. The sensation of flavor, or the emotional experience of something.
葬礼 zàng lǐ Funeral; burial ceremony. The formal ritual held to mourn and inter a deceased person.
增添 zēng tiān To add; to increase; to supplement. To bring additional elements that enrich or enhance something.
招收 zhāo shōu To recruit; to admit; to enroll. Formally accepting students, employees, or members.
阵容 zhèn róng A lineup; the composition and quality of a team, cast, or group assembled for a purpose.
支柱 zhī zhù A pillar; a mainstay. Something or someone that provides crucial support, whether physical, economic, or emotional.
沾 zhān To dip; to touch; to be stained with. To come into contact with liquid or to attach to a surface.
致富 zhì fù To become wealthy; to get rich. The process or methods of achieving financial prosperity.
撞击 zhuàng jī To strike; to collide; to crash into. A forceful impact between objects.
争执 zhēng zhí To dispute; to argue over a point. A verbal disagreement where each side insists on their position.
诊所 zhěn suǒ A clinic; a small medical facility providing outpatient diagnosis and treatment, distinct from a hospital.
中止 zhōng zhǐ To suspend; to discontinue; to abort. Stopping something in the middle before completion.
庄园 zhuāng yuán Manor; estate; plantation. A large rural property including land and buildings, often historically associated with nobility.
占用 zhàn yòng To occupy; to take up; to use up. To take possession of space, time, or resources.
招待 zhāo dài To receive and entertain guests; to host; hospitality.
侦察 zhēn chá To reconnoiter; to scout; reconnaissance. Military or intelligence term for gathering information about an enemy or unknown area.
筑 zhù To build; to construct. To create structures, especially walls, roads, or fortifications.
着想 zhuó xiǎng To consider; to think about someone's interests; to have someone in mind. Showing concern for another's wellbeing.
自卫 zì wèi To defend oneself; self-defence. The act of protecting oneself from attack or harm.
纵然 zòng rán Even if; even though. A formal concessive conjunction acknowledging a hypothetical or real condition while asserting that the conclusion ...
嘴唇 zuǐ chún Lips. The two fleshy parts forming the outer edge of the mouth.
争吵 zhēng chǎo To quarrel; to argue heatedly with raised voices. A verbal conflict marked by anger and agitation.
争端 zhēng duān A dispute; a point of contention between parties. A formal conflict requiring resolution.
在职 zài zhí To be currently employed; to be in an active post. Describes the status of someone currently holding a job or official position.
照明 zhào míng To illuminate; lighting; illumination. The act of providing light or the lighting system itself.
主人公 zhǔ rén gōng Protagonist; main character; hero/heroine of a story. The central figure in a narrative.
追逐 zhuī zhú To chase; to pursue; to run after. Active pursuit of something, whether physical or abstract goals.
阻力 zǔ lì Resistance; opposition; drag. The force or factor that opposes motion, change, or progress.
住宿 zhù sù To lodge; to stay overnight; accommodation. The act of staying somewhere temporarily for sleep.
子孙 zǐ sūn Descendants; offspring; posterity. Children, grandchildren, and future generations.
阻挠 zǔ náo To obstruct; to impede; to sabotage. Deliberately interfering with someone's plans or activities, often for self-interested reasons.
做生意 zuò shēngyi To do business; to engage in trade or commerce. Refers broadly to conducting commercial activity, running a business, or making transacti...
载体 zài tǐ Carrier; vehicle; medium. Something that bears, transmits, or conveys something else — whether material, informational, or conceptual.
正直 zhèng zhí Upright; honest and principled. Possessing moral integrity and refusing to engage in dishonest or corrupt behaviour.
重心 zhòng xīn Center of gravity; focal point; core emphasis. The central point where weight is balanced, or the main focus of attention.
砖 zhuān Brick. A rectangular block of clay used in construction.
追溯 zhuī sù To trace back; to date back to; to retrospect. To investigate or follow something back to its origin.
沼泽 zhǎo zé Swamp; marsh; bog. Wetland with waterlogged soil and aquatic vegetation.
作弊 zuò bì To cheat; to engage in fraudulent behaviour to gain an unfair advantage, especially in examinations or competitions.
真空 zhēn kōng A vacuum; a state of absolute emptiness devoid of matter. Also used figuratively for a power vacuum or absence of control.
罩 zhào To cover; to hood; cover; shade; hood. Used as verb (to cover/envelop) or noun (a covering/shade).
震 zhèn To shake; to vibrate; to shock or awe. Also used as a noun/verb for an earthquake or seismic event.
众所周知 zhòng suǒ zhōu zhī As everyone knows; it is common knowledge. Introducing a widely known fact.
瞩目 zhǔ mù To attract attention; to focus attention on; eye-catching. Describes something that draws significant public attention.
总计 zǒng jì To total; to amount to in all. Used to express an aggregate count or sum, often as a verb or adverb in financial and statistical contexts.
主宰 zhǔ zǎi To dominate; to control; master; ruler. To have supreme power over something or someone.
着力 zhuó lì To focus efforts on; to concentrate on; to apply strength to. Directing energy and attention toward a specific goal.
早年 zǎo nián Early years; one's youth or early life; the early period of an era or career. Referring to a time long past, especially the formative or ...
征集 zhēng jí To collect or solicit through a public call. To gather submissions, opinions, or materials from the public.
折腾 zhē teng To toss about; to torment; to go through trouble; to make a fuss over something.
枕头 zhěn tou A pillow; the cushion placed under the head while sleeping.
住处 zhù chù Residence; dwelling; place to live. A location where someone lives or stays.
转播 zhuǎn bō To relay broadcast; to rebroadcast; to simulcast. To transmit a program from another source.
准许 zhǔn xǔ To permit; to allow; to grant permission. Formal authorization for someone to do something.
着重 zhuó zhòng To emphasize; to stress; to focus on. To give special attention or importance to something.
栽培 zāi péi To cultivate (plants); to nurture, mentor, or develop (people). In the literal sense, carefully growing plants from seedlings; metaphoric...
葬 zàng To bury; to inter; to entomb. To place a deceased person or their remains in the ground or a tomb as part of a funeral rite.
掌管 zhǎng guǎn To be in charge of; to control; to administer. To have authority over and manage something.
仲裁 zhòng cái Arbitration; to arbitrate. Resolution of a dispute by an impartial third party outside of court.
早日 zǎo rì At an early date; soon. As an adverb, expressing hope for something to happen quickly.
正视 zhèng shì To face squarely; to confront directly. To acknowledge and deal with something honestly rather than avoiding it.
中型 zhōng xíng Medium-sized; mid-sized. Between small and large in scale or capacity.
终生 zhōng shēng Lifelong; for one's entire life. Spanning from a point until death.
传记 zhuàn jì Biography; biographical account. A written account of someone's life.
逐年 zhú nián Year by year; annually; progressively over the years. Describes something changing or accumulating with each passing year.
肢体 zhī tǐ Limbs; the arms and legs of the human body. Also refers to bodily movement and physical expression.
着实 zhuó shí Indeed; truly; really; quite. An adverb emphasizing the genuineness or intensity of something.
追随 zhuī suí To follow; to pursue; to be a follower of. To follow someone as a leader, model, or inspiration.
折扣 zhé kòu Discount; reduction in price. A deduction from the regular price of goods or services.
杂交 zá jiāo To hybridize; to crossbreed. The process of combining two different species, varieties, or genetic lines to produce offspring with mixed ...
直达 zhí dá Non-stop; going directly to the destination without stops. A direct route or connection.
中途 zhōng tú Midway; en route; halfway through. The middle portion of a journey or process.
忠于 zhōng yú To be loyal to; to be faithful to. Devoted allegiance to a person, principle, or cause.
专职 zhuān zhí Full-time; dedicated position. Working exclusively on one job or role rather than part-time.
铸造 zhù zào To cast; to found; to forge. To shape metal by pouring it into a mold.
桩 zhuāng Stake; pile; post. Also a measure word for matters, affairs, or incidents.
揍 zòu To hit; to beat; to punch. Refers to striking someone physically, often in anger or as punishment.
至关重要 zhì guān zhòng yào Of vital importance; crucial; absolutely essential. Something so important that success or failure depends on it.
转折 zhuǎn zhé Turning point; transition; twist. A significant change in direction or situation.
展望 zhǎn wàng To look ahead; to envision; to forecast. To look forward to the future with anticipation.
招牌 zhāo pai Signboard; shop sign; signature dish; specialty; trademark.
站立 zhàn lì To stand; to stand up. To maintain an upright position on one's feet.
长相 zhǎng xiàng Appearance; looks; facial features. A person's physical appearance, especially the face.
住户 zhù hù Resident; household; occupant. A person or family living in a particular dwelling.
拽 zhuài To drag; to pull; to haul. To move something or someone by pulling forcefully.
足迹 zú jì Footprints; tracks; traces of one's journey or activities. Used both literally and figuratively.
座谈 zuò tán To hold a discussion; to have an informal meeting for open exchange of views. Refers to a seated, roundtable-style conversation among par...
责怪 zé guài To blame; to find fault with; to hold responsible. To express displeasure about someone's mistake or wrongdoing.
组装 zǔ zhuāng To assemble; to put together. Refers to combining parts or components into a complete product or system.
这样一来 zhè yàng yī lái In this way; as a result; consequently. Transitional phrase indicating a result or consequence.
张贴 zhāng tiē To post; to put up; to affix. To attach notices, posters, or signs to a surface.
真假 zhēn jiǎ Authenticity versus fakeness; whether something is genuine or false. The question of truth or deception.
知觉 zhī jué Perception; conscious awareness through the senses. The faculty of perceiving and being aware of one's surroundings.
重型 zhòng xíng Heavy-duty; heavy type; for large-scale or intense purposes. Describes equipment, vehicles, or conditions of significant scale.
专长 zhuān cháng Specialty; expertise; strong suit. A particular skill or area of knowledge one excels in.
自尊 zì zūn To respect oneself; self-respect; personal dignity. The sense of one's own worth and the insistence on being treated accordingly.
自然界 zì rán jiè The natural world; nature; the physical world as distinct from human society. Refers to the totality of natural phenomena and living orga...
正宗 zhèng zōng Authentic; genuine; orthodox. The original lineage or true tradition.
直观 zhí guān Intuitive; visually immediate. Perceptible directly through the senses without requiring inference or analysis.
滞留 zhì liú To be stranded; to be detained; to remain stuck somewhere. Unable to leave or proceed as planned.
质问 zhì wèn To question closely; to interrogate; to challenge. Demanding an explanation in a confrontational manner.
状元 zhuàng yuan Top scholar; first-place examinee. The highest scorer in the imperial examination; now used for top performers in any field.
照料 zhào liào To take care of; to look after; to attend to someone or something.
支票 zhī piào A cheque; a written order directing a bank to pay a specified sum from the drawer's account.
自负 zì fù Conceited; arrogant; or to bear responsibility oneself. Either excessive self-regard or self-responsibility.
字眼 zì yǎn Wording; specific word or phrase choice. The precise language used to express something, often implying careful or loaded word selection.
自助 zì zhù Self-service; do-it-yourself; helping oneself. Refers to systems or activities where one obtains goods or services independently without ...
宰 zǎi To slaughter (livestock); to butcher. Colloquially: to overcharge or rip off a customer. In historical contexts: a high official who over...
造假 zào jiǎ To fabricate; to forge; to falsify. To create or produce something fake, fraudulent, or counterfeit, especially documents, data, goods, o...
责备 zé bèi To blame; to reproach; to censure. To express disapproval or criticism of someone's actions.
遮 zhē To cover; to block; to shield; to conceal.
装扮 zhuāng bàn To dress up; to disguise; to decorate oneself. To alter appearance through clothing, makeup, or accessories.
遵照 zūn zhào In accordance with; following exactly. To act strictly in line with specific instructions, orders, or stipulations.
窄 zhǎi Narrow; tight; cramped. Having little width or limited space.
执着 zhí zhuó Persistent; steadfastly devoted. Showing unwavering commitment to a goal, belief, or pursuit.
窒息 zhì xī To suffocate; to choke; asphyxiation. The state of being unable to breathe due to lack of air.
重创 zhòng chuāng To inflict heavy losses; to deal a severe blow. Used for serious damage to military forces, organizations, or individuals.
走近 zǒu jìn To walk closer to; to approach. Moving physically or figuratively nearer to something or someone.
造价 zào jià Construction cost; project cost; the total expenditure required to build or manufacture something. The price of creating or constructing ...
汁 zhī Juice; liquid extracted from fruits, vegetables, or meat. Also used for sauces and gravies.
重任 zhòng rèn Important task; heavy responsibility; vital mission. A duty that carries significant weight and consequence.
转机 zhuǎn jī Turning point; favorable turn; also: transit flight. A change from a difficult situation to a better one, or a connecting flight.
自然而然 zì rán ér rán Naturally; spontaneously; as a matter of course. Describes something that happens of its own accord without force or contrivance.
噪声 zào shēng Noise; unwanted sound; acoustic interference. Refers to disruptive, irregular, or harmful sound, especially in technical, scientific, and...
株 zhū Measure word for plants, especially trees. Used to count individual plants, trees, or seedlings.
壮 zhuàng Strong; robust; magnificent. Describes physical strength, prime of life, or impressive grandeur.
子弟 zǐ dì Sons and younger brothers; children; disciples; youth from a certain group.
庄严 zhuāng yán Solemn; dignified; majestic. Having an air of gravity, formality, and reverence.
滋润 zī rùn Moist; nourishing; comfortable. To moisten or enrich, or a state of being well-nourished.
自立 zì lì To be independent; to stand on one's own; self-reliant. The ability to support oneself without depending on others.
振奋 zhèn fèn To be inspired and invigorated; to rouse one's spirits. Describes a surge of motivation and emotional energy in response to good news or ...
祖宗 zǔ zong Ancestors; forebears; founding ancestors of a family or lineage. Carries a stronger sense of veneration and lineage continuity than 祖先.
着迷 zháo mí To be fascinated; to be obsessed; to be captivated by something.
中性 zhōng xìng Neutral; neuter. Neither acidic nor basic; neither masculine nor feminine.
整数 zhěng shù An integer; a whole number. A number without fractions or decimals.
指点 zhǐ diǎn To give guidance; to point out and advise. Offering direction or instruction to help someone improve or understand.
整洁 zhěng jié Neat and tidy; clean and orderly. Describing an environment or appearance that is well-organised and free of clutter.
追赶 zhuī gǎn To chase; to pursue; to catch up with. To run after someone or something, or to strive to match a higher standard.
追问 zhuī wèn To question closely; to press for answers; to follow up with questions. To persistently inquire for more details.
尊贵 zūn guì Honourable; distinguished; exalted. Describes a person or status of high dignity and social standing deserving of great respect.
琢磨 zuó mo To ponder; to think over carefully; to figure out. Implies mulling something over with sustained thought, often to understand or resolve it.
睁 zhēng To open one's eyes. The physical action of widening the eyelids to see.
蒸 zhēng To steam; to cook by steaming. Also used for evaporation or rising vapour.
正能量 zhèng néng liàng Positive energy; positivity. Optimistic, constructive attitudes and influences that uplift people.
衷心 zhōng xīn Heartfelt; sincere; from the bottom of one's heart. Expressing genuine inner feelings.
自以为是 zì yǐ wéi shì To consider oneself always right; self-righteous; opinionated. Describes the attitude of someone who is convinced of their own correctnes...
转折点 zhuǎn zhé diǎn Turning point; watershed moment; inflection point. A specific moment when significant change occurs.
总而言之 zǒng ér yán zhī In a word; to put it briefly; in short. A discourse marker signalling a concise summary of what has been said.
纵容 zòng róng To indulge; to connive at; to turn a blind eye to wrongdoing. Allowing harmful or improper behaviour to continue through permissiveness o...
真情 zhēn qíng Genuine feelings; sincere emotions. The truth of one's heart, especially in the context of interpersonal relationships or artistic expres...
智商 zhì shāng Intelligence quotient; IQ. A measure of intellectual ability based on standardised tests.
主妇 zhǔ fù Housewife; homemaker. A woman who manages the household and does not work outside the home.
着眼 zhuó yǎn To focus on; to have one's eye on; to look at from the perspective of. Directing attention to a specific aspect.
长辈 zhǎng bèi Elder; senior; older generation. People of an older generation in one's family or social circle.
执意 zhí yì To insist stubbornly; to persist in doing something despite opposition. A determined resolve to proceed with one's decision.
坐落 zuò luò To be situated; to be located. Describes where a building, place, or structure is positioned.
增收 zēng shōu To increase income; to boost revenue. To raise earnings or financial gains.
折叠 zhé dié To fold; to fold up. The action of bending something flat onto itself.
郑重 zhèng zhòng Solemn; serious and earnest. Conveying gravity, formality, and sincere intent in words or actions.
幢 zhuàng Measure word for buildings. Used to count structures like houses, towers, and edifices.
资历 zī lì Qualifications; seniority; credentials. One's professional experience, background, and track record.
钻研 zuān yán To study deeply; to delve into a subject with focused, sustained effort. Implies rigorous, thorough investigation or mastery of a field.
造福 zào fú To benefit; to bring welfare or prosperity to; to do good for. To create beneficial outcomes for a person, community, or future generations.
展览会 zhǎn lǎn huì Exhibition; trade fair; expo. A formal event where items are displayed for public viewing.
芝麻 zhī ma Sesame; the small seeds used in cooking and as a source of oil. Also appears in many idioms and cultural expressions.
账单 zhàng dān Bill; invoice; statement. A document showing amounts owed for goods or services.
值钱 zhí qián Valuable; worth money. Having significant monetary value.
周到 zhōu dào Thoughtful; considerate; thorough in attention to detail. Describes service, care, or arrangements that leave nothing to be desired.
主题歌 zhǔ tí gē Theme song; title song. The main musical piece associated with a film, TV show, or event.
坠 zhuì To fall; to drop; to plummet. Describes objects falling downward due to gravity, or figuratively declining rapidly.
自费 zì fèi At one's own expense; self-funded. Paying for something oneself rather than being sponsored.
珍藏 zhēn cáng To treasure and keep; a treasured collection. To carefully preserve something of great personal or cultural value.
招数 zhāo shù Move; trick; tactic; stratagem. A technique or method, especially in martial arts or competition.
绽放 zhàn fàng To bloom; to blossom; to burst open. To open up and display beauty, often describing flowers or smiles.
镇定 zhèn dìng Calm and composed; unruffled in the face of difficulty or crisis. Also used as a verb meaning to calm down or steady oneself.
做证 zuò zhèng To testify; to bear witness; to act as a witness. Refers to providing testimony or serving as a witness in legal, formal, or social conte...
质地 zhì dì Texture; material quality. The physical properties and feel of a material or substance.
闸 zhá Sluice gate; floodgate; brake. A device for controlling water flow or stopping motion.
粽子 zòng zi Zongzi; sticky rice dumpling. A traditional Chinese food made of glutinous rice stuffed with various fillings, wrapped in bamboo or reed ...
专人 zhuān rén Dedicated person; designated personnel. Someone assigned specifically for a particular task.
诸如此类 zhū rú cǐ lèi And so on; and the like; things of this sort. Used to indicate more examples of the same category.
扎根 zhā gēn To take root; to put down roots; to establish oneself firmly. To become deeply established in a place or field.
折合 zhé hé To convert; to amount to; to be equivalent to. Converting one unit or currency to another.
专卖店 zhuān mài diàn Specialty store; brand store; exclusive shop. A retail store that sells only products from one brand.
栽 zāi To plant (a tree or seedling); to insert into the ground. Colloquially: to fall over, or to suffer a serious setback or failure.
自卑 zì bēi Inferiority complex; low self-esteem; to feel inferior. The feeling of being less worthy than others.
作客 zuò kè To be a guest; to visit as a guest in someone else's home or territory. Implies being away from home and dependent on the hospitality of ...
作对 zuò duì To oppose; to go against; to act contrary to someone's wishes or interests deliberately.
针灸 zhēn jiǔ Acupuncture and moxibustion. Traditional Chinese medical treatment using needles and heat therapy.
滞后 zhì hòu To lag behind; delayed; trailing. Failing to keep pace with development or expectations.
纵深 zòng shēn Depth; in-depth extent. The extent of penetration or depth into a territory, domain, or subject, often in military or analytical contexts.
折射 zhé shè To refract; refraction. The bending of light when passing through different media; figuratively, to reflect or reveal.
自如 zì rú With ease; freely; without constraint. Describes performing or operating in a smooth, unrestricted manner.
赞叹 zàn tàn To exclaim in admiration; to express wonder and praise. To be moved to vocal appreciation by something impressively beautiful or extraord...
转交 zhuǎn jiāo To pass on; to hand over to another; to forward. To deliver something to someone through an intermediary.
奏效 zòu xiào To take effect; to work; to yield the desired result. Said of a method, medicine, measure, or strategy.
罪魁祸首 zuì kuí huò shǒu The chief culprit; the ringleader; the primary person or factor responsible for causing harm or disaster.
张扬 zhāng yáng To publicize; to flaunt; to be ostentatious. To deliberately draw attention to oneself or spread information.
肇事 zhào shì To cause an accident; to be responsible for an incident. Often refers to traffic accidents.
昼夜 zhòu yè Day and night; around the clock. Refers to the full 24-hour cycle or continuous, uninterrupted activity.
壮丽 zhuàng lì Magnificent; majestic; grand and beautiful. Describing scenery or achievements of impressive scale and beauty.
自尊心 zì zūn xīn Sense of self-respect; ego; pride. The internal feeling of one's own dignity and worth, and the sensitivity to perceived slights against it.
真挚 zhēn zhì Sincere; heartfelt; genuine and earnest. Describes emotions, attitudes, or expressions that come from deep within.
转达 zhuǎn dá To convey; to pass on; to relay a message. To communicate something on behalf of someone else.
攒 zǎn To save up; to accumulate; to collect gradually over time. To gather something — money, resources, or points — bit by bit through patient...
致辞 zhì cí To deliver a speech; an address or formal remarks. The act of making a formal statement at an event.
主食 zhǔ shí Staple food; main food. The primary carbohydrate-based food in a meal, such as rice, noodles, or bread.
住址 zhù zhǐ Address; residential address. The specific location where someone lives.
盏 zhǎn Measure word for lamps or lights; a small cup or vessel. Used to count illumination devices.
症结 zhēng jié The crux of a problem; the key issue at the heart of a difficulty. The root cause that must be addressed.
直视 zhí shì To look straight at; to gaze directly. Meeting someone's eyes or confronting something head-on.
重量级 zhòng liàng jí Heavyweight; major league; of great importance or influence. Originally from boxing, now widely used metaphorically.
着眼于 zhuó yǎn yú To focus on; with a view to; from the perspective of. A prepositional phrase indicating strategic focus.
总的来说 zǒng de lái shuō Generally speaking; all in all; on the whole. A discourse connector introducing a broad overall assessment.
招待会 zhāo dài huì Reception; reception party. A formal social gathering to welcome or honor guests.
胀 zhàng To swell; to expand; to bloat. Physical enlargement due to pressure, gas, or fluid.
指教 zhǐ jiào To give advice or instruction; enlightenment from a superior. A humble term used when asking for guidance or critique.
知己 zhī jǐ A bosom friend; an intimate confidant who truly understands you. Also used as an adjective meaning deeply understanding.
周密 zhōu mì Meticulous; thorough; carefully thought out. Describes planning, arrangements, or reasoning that is comprehensive and leaves no gaps.
争光 zhēng guāng To win glory for; to bring honour to. To achieve something that reflects well on one's family, school, or country.
这会儿 zhè huìr Right now; at this moment; at present. Colloquial expression for the current moment in time.
专著 zhuān zhù Monograph; specialized treatise. A scholarly book focusing on a single subject or aspect of a subject.
自始至终 zì shǐ zhì zhōng From beginning to end; throughout; all along. Emphasises that something continues or holds true across the entire duration.
自责 zì zé To blame oneself; to feel guilty; self-reproach. The act of inwardly criticising oneself for a perceived fault or failure.
照常 zhào cháng As usual; as always. As an adverb, to continue normally without change.
杂技 zá jì Acrobatics; circus arts. Skilled physical performance combining gymnastics, balance, juggling, and other demanding feats of the body.
职业病 zhí yè bìng An occupational disease; a health condition caused by one's work environment or habits. Also used humorously for work-related quirks.
中国画 zhōng guó huà Chinese painting; traditional Chinese art. A painting style using ink and brush on silk or rice paper.
纵观 zòng guān To survey comprehensively; to view broadly across. Used to introduce a sweeping overview of a subject, era, or domain.
蘸 zhàn To dip in; to soak briefly. To put something into liquid and quickly remove it.
争气 zhēng qì To be a credit to; to make a good showing. To live up to expectations and not disappoint those who believe in you.
珍视 zhēn shì To cherish; to hold in high regard. To treat something or someone as precious and worthy of care.
阻拦 zǔ lán To stop; to intercept; to try to prevent someone from doing something. Implies active intervention to block a person's action or movement.
专柜 zhuān guì Specialty counter; brand counter. A dedicated retail section for a specific brand or product category.
自力更生 zì lì gēng shēng Self-reliance; regeneration through one's own efforts. To achieve development through one's own strength without external help.
凿 záo To chisel; to bore; to cut or carve into a hard surface using a pointed tool. Also used as a noun for the tool itself (chisel, awl).
遮盖 zhē gài To cover up; to conceal; to mask. Used for physically covering or figuratively hiding something.
知足 zhī zú Content; satisfied with what one has. Finding happiness in one's current situation rather than constantly craving more.
赞许 zàn xǔ To approve of; to praise; to commend with admiration. To express positive assessment or approval of someone's conduct, quality, or achiev...
眨眼 zhǎ yǎn To blink; to wink. The rapid closing and opening of the eyelids.
针锋相对 zhēn fēng xiāng duì Tit for tat; to be diametrically opposed; to confront directly. Describes sharp confrontation where neither side yields.
占卜 zhān bǔ Divination; fortune-telling. The practice of seeking knowledge of the future through supernatural means.
振作 zhèn zuò To pull oneself together; to brace up; to overcome low spirits and regain energy and determination.
皱 zhòu To wrinkle; wrinkle; crease. Describes the formation of folds in skin, fabric, or surfaces, or the folds themselves.
自相矛盾 zì xiāng máo dùn To contradict oneself; self-contradictory. Describes a statement or argument that contains internal logical inconsistencies.
直奔 zhí bèn To head straight for; to go directly to. Moving purposefully toward a destination without detours.
专程 zhuān chéng Specially; making a special trip. Traveling or coming specifically for a particular purpose.
爪子 zhuǎ zi Claw; paw; talon. The sharp, curved nails of animals, or colloquially, hands.
自理 zì lǐ To take care of oneself; to handle by oneself; self-care. Managing one's own affairs independently.
中庸 zhōng yōng The Doctrine of the Mean; moderation. As an adjective, moderate, balanced, or middle-of-the-road.
周旋 zhōu xuán To deal with; to maneuver; to socialize strategically. To handle difficult situations or people through skillful interaction.
自由自在 zì yóu zì zài Free and unrestrained; carefree; at ease. Describes a state of complete freedom from worry, obligation, or constraint.
走投无路 zǒu tóu wú lù To have no way out; to be at a dead end; to have exhausted all options. Describes a desperate situation in which there is no remaining co...
贮藏 zhù cáng To store; to preserve; storage. To keep goods, especially food, for future use.
转眼 zhuǎn yǎn In the blink of an eye; in an instant; before you know it. Describing how quickly time passes.
招揽 zhāo lǎn To solicit; to drum up business; to attract customers or talent.
转学 zhuǎn xué To transfer schools; school transfer. The act of moving from one school to another.
帐子 zhàng zi Bed curtain; mosquito net; canopy. A fabric hanging around a bed for privacy or protection from insects.
止血 zhǐ xuè To stop bleeding; haemostasis. The medical process of halting blood flow from a wound.
字迹 zì jì Handwriting; the traces or marks made by writing characters. Refers specifically to the appearance and quality of written characters.
芝士 zhī shì Cheese; a dairy product made from curdled milk. A loanword from English, commonly used in food contexts.
遭殃 zāo yāng To suffer a calamity; to meet with misfortune; to be harmed or afflicted. To be on the receiving end of disaster or trouble, often throug...
止步 zhǐ bù To stop walking; to halt one's steps. Also used as a command meaning 'keep out' or to describe reaching a limit.
拙劣 zhuō liè Clumsy; crude; inferior; poor quality. Describing work, skills, or methods that are poorly executed.
追悼会 zhuī dào huì Memorial service; funeral ceremony. A formal gathering to mourn and honor the deceased.
忠贞 zhōng zhēn Loyal and steadfast; unwavering fidelity. Devotion that remains constant through hardship.
朱红 zhū hóng Vermilion; bright red; cinnabar red. A vivid, warm red color with orange undertones, traditionally made from cinnabar.
座右铭 zuò yòu míng Motto; maxim. A guiding personal saying, principle, or aphorism that one places beside oneself as a constant reminder of values or aspira...
走过场 zǒu guò chǎng To go through the motions; to make a show of doing something without genuine effort. Performing a process superficially for the sake of a...
嘱咐 zhǔ fù To enjoin; to urge; to exhort. To give earnest instructions or reminders, especially from elders to younger people.
追尾 zhuī wěi Rear-end collision; to rear-end. A traffic accident where one vehicle crashes into the back of another.
枣 zǎo Jujube; Chinese date (Ziziphus jujuba). A small, sweet-flavoured red or dark fruit widely consumed fresh, dried, or in traditional medici...
照例 zhào lì As usual; as a rule; following established practice.
指南针 zhǐ nán zhēn A compass; a magnetic device that indicates direction. One of the Four Great Inventions of ancient China.
质朴 zhì pǔ Simple and unadorned; plain and genuine. Characterised by natural simplicity without artificial embellishment.
竹竿 zhú gān Bamboo pole; bamboo stick. A long, straight piece of bamboo used as a tool or support.
自信心 zì xìn xīn Self-confidence; belief in one's own abilities. The inner conviction that one is capable of achieving what one sets out to do.
照办 zhào bàn To act accordingly; to follow instructions exactly; to do as told.
重中之重 zhòng zhōng zhī zhòng Top priority; the most important of all; paramount concern. Emphasizes something as the highest priority among priorities.
争先恐后 zhēng xiān kǒng hòu To vie with each other to be first; to scramble. Everyone rushing forward, each afraid of falling behind the others.
庄稼 zhuāng jia Crops; farm produce. Plants cultivated for food, especially grains and vegetables grown in fields.
治学 zhì xué To pursue scholarship; to engage in academic study. The approach and methods one uses in scholarly research.
祖籍 zǔ jí Ancestral home; place of family origin. The location from which one's family originally came, as distinct from one's birthplace or curren...
志气 zhì qì Ambition; aspiration and determination. The spirit and resolve to achieve great things.
指手画脚 zhǐ shǒu huà jiǎo To gesticulate; to point and gesture while talking. Often implies meddling, giving unwanted directions, or bossing others around.
走后门 zǒu hòu mén To use the back door; to get something through connections or bribery rather than legitimate channels. Exploiting personal relationships ...
榨 zhà To press; to squeeze; to extract by pressing. To extract liquid or juice through pressure.
兆头 zhào tou Omen; sign; portent. An indication or sign of something about to happen.
着落 zhuó luò Whereabouts; source; settlement. A place or solution where something can be found or resolved.
瞻仰 zhān yǎng To look up at with reverence; to pay respects to; to visit with veneration. To view someone or something with deep respect.
祖传 zǔ chuán Passed down from ancestors; handed down through generations. Describes something inherited from one's forebears.
助威 zhù wēi To cheer on; to boost morale; to root for. To encourage and support someone through cheering or presence.
沾光 zhān guāng To benefit from association; to bask in reflected glory. To gain advantage from someone else's success or status.
珍重 zhēn zhòng To take good care of oneself; to cherish one's health and wellbeing. Also used as a heartfelt farewell expression meaning 'take care'.
渣子 zhā zi Dregs; residue; slag; scraps. The leftover material after extraction or processing.
佐料 zuǒ liào Condiments; seasoning; auxiliary ingredients. The spices, sauces, and flavouring agents added to food during cooking or at the table.
壮实 zhuàng shi Sturdy; robust; strongly built. Describing a person or animal with a solid, muscular physique.
造纸术 zào zhǐ shù Papermaking technique; the art and technology of making paper. One of the Four Great Inventions of ancient China, traditionally attribute...
拄 zhǔ To lean on; to support oneself with. To use a stick, cane, or similar object for support while standing or walking.
壮胆 zhuàng dǎn To embolden; to boost courage; to steel oneself. To summon or strengthen courage before facing something daunting.
纵横交错 zòng héng jiāo cuò Criss-crossed; interlaced vertically and horizontally. Describes a complex network of intersecting lines, paths, or structures.
赞叹不已 zàn tàn bù yǐ To be filled with endless admiration; to marvel without stopping. An intensified expression indicating that one's admiration is so deep i...
止咳 zhǐ ké To relieve coughing; cough-suppressing. The action or property of stopping or reducing coughs.
骤然 zhòu rán Suddenly; abruptly; all of a sudden. Describes something happening unexpectedly and rapidly.
转悠 zhuàn you To stroll; to wander; to hang around. To walk around leisurely without a specific destination.
走弯路 zǒu wān lù To take a detour; to go about something the wrong way; to waste time and effort through an inefficient approach.
朝气蓬勃 zhāo qì péng bó Full of vigor and vitality; youthful and energetic; spirited.
自强不息 zì qiáng bù xī To strive ceaselessly for self-improvement; to persevere without rest. Describes the spirit of constant, vigorous self-betterment.
钻空子 zuān kòng zi To exploit a loophole; to take advantage of a gap or weakness in rules, regulations, or systems for personal gain.
自私自利 zì sī zì lì Selfish and self-serving; thinking only of one's own gain. A stronger expression than 自私, emphasising both the attitude and the calculate...
灼热 zhuó rè Scorching; burning hot; searing. Extremely high temperature that can burn or cause discomfort.
捉迷藏 zhuō mí cáng Hide and seek; to play hide and seek. A children's game where one person searches for others who are hiding.
酌情 zhuó qíng At one's discretion; as appropriate; to consider the circumstances. To make decisions based on specific situations.
综上所述 zōng shàng suǒ shù In summary; to summarise the above. A formal discourse marker used to introduce a concluding statement that draws together prior argument...
杂乱无章 zá luàn wú zhāng In complete disorder; chaotic and without any pattern or structure. Describes a state of utter disorganization in which no coherent arran...
朝夕相处 zhāo xī xiāng chǔ To be together day and night; to spend time together constantly; to live side by side.
赞不绝口 zàn bù jué kǒu To praise without stopping; to be full of unstinting praise. To speak highly of something in an uninterrupted stream of admiring comments.
众志成城 zhòng zhì chéng chéng Unity is strength; when people are united, they become an impregnable fortress. Collective will achieves the impossible.
争分夺秒 zhēng fēn duó miǎo To race against time; to seize every minute and second. Working with extreme urgency to save time.
斩草除根 zhǎn cǎo chú gēn To pull up weeds by the roots; to eradicate completely. To eliminate a problem or threat at its source to prevent recurrence.
张灯结彩 zhāng dēng jié cǎi To hang up lanterns and decorations; to be festively decorated. Describes elaborate decorations for celebrations.
足智多谋 zú zhì duō móu Resourceful and full of stratagems; highly intelligent and skilled at devising plans. Describes someone with exceptional tactical wisdom.
左顾右盼 zuǒ gù yòu pàn To look left and right; to glance around in all directions. Describes someone who is distracted, hesitant, or surveying the surroundings ...
朝三暮四 zhāo sān mù sì Fickle; capricious; constantly changing one's mind. Literally: three in the morning, four in the evening.