杂技

• Pinyin: zá jì
• Hanzi breakdown: 杂 = 九 + 木 (varied/mixed); 技 = 扌+ 支 (skill/technique)

Meaning

Acrobatics; circus arts. Skilled physical performance combining gymnastics, balance, juggling, and other demanding feats of the body.

A traditional Chinese performing art with over 2,000 years of history. Chinese state acrobatic troupes tour internationally and are world-renowned. Common in Spring Festival galas, cultural diplomacy, and professional competitions.

Examples

1. 中国杂技团每年在世界各地巡演，深受各国观众的热情欢迎。 The Chinese Acrobatic Troupe tours around the world every year and is warmly welcomed by audiences in many countries.
2. 她自幼习练杂技，现已能表演高难度的顶碗与钢丝行走。 She has trained in acrobatics since childhood and can now perform difficult routines like bowl balancing and tightrope walking.
3. 这台杂技晚会将传统技艺与现代舞台灯光效果融为一体，令人叹为观止。 This acrobatics gala blends traditional skills with modern stage lighting effects, leaving the audience amazed.

Usage Guide

Context: culture, performance, arts

Tone: appreciative

Do Say

• 春节晚会上的杂技表演赢得了全场观众的热烈掌声，成为当晚最受期待的节目。(The acrobatics performance at the Spring Festival Gala won thunderous applause, becoming the most anticipated act of the evening.)
• 这位杂技演员经过十余年的刻苦训练，终于代表国家队登上了国际舞台。(This acrobat, after more than ten years of rigorous training, finally performed on the international stage representing the national team.)

Don't Say

• 他的表演真杂技 — 杂技 is a noun naming a specific art form, not an adjective; use 精彩 or 精湛 to describe impressive skill

Origin & History

杂 (varied/mixed) + 技 (skill/technique)

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal