HSK 7-9 — 精英 to 鞠躬

Introduction

HSK 7-9 vocabulary represents near-native proficiency — advanced academic, professional, and literary Chinese used by educated speakers in sophisticated contexts.

This chapter covers 55 words from 精英 to 鞠躬, spanning nuanced meanings across formal registers, specialised domains, and idiomatic expression.

Themes

All HSK 7-9 Vocabulary in This Chapter (55)

1. 就地 jiù dì On the spot; right there; at that very location; locally (using local resources).
2. 境内 jìng nèi Within the territory; inside the border; domestically.
3. 竞选 jìng xuǎn To run for election; to campaign for a position.
4. 竟 jìng Actually; unexpectedly; to one's surprise; in the end.
5. 境外 jìng wài Outside the territory; abroad; beyond the border.
6. 精英 jīng yīng Elite; the cream of the crop; outstanding individuals in a field.
7. 境界 jìng jiè Realm; level; sphere; a state of attainment (spiritual or intellectual).
8. 景区 jǐng qū Scenic area; tourist attraction zone; designated sightseeing area.
9. 拘留 jū liú To detain; to hold in custody; administrative or criminal detention.
10. 景观 jǐng guān Landscape; scenery; visual environment; a scenic view.
11. 酒精 jiǔ jīng Alcohol; ethanol.
12. 警官 jǐng guān Police officer; law enforcement official (often of rank).
13. 救济 jiù jì To provide relief; to give aid (to those in need); relief aid.
14. 净化 jìng huà To purify; to cleanse; to remove impurities.
15. 敬 jìng To respect; to revere; to offer a toast; to show deference.
16. 竞技 jìng jì To compete in athletic or skill-based contests; competitive sport.
17. 精致 jīng zhì Exquisite; refined; delicate and carefully crafted.
18. 就读 jiù dú To study at; to attend (a school or educational institution).
19. 警惕 jǐng tì To be vigilant; to stay alert; to guard against.
20. 就任 jiù rèn To take up a post; to assume an official position or assignment.
21. 纠缠 jiū chán To tangle; to entangle; to pester; to get caught up in.
22. 静止 jìng zhǐ To be stationary; to remain still; a state of rest (no movement).
23. 救护车 jiù hù chē Ambulance.
24. 就座 jiù zuò To take one's seat; to be seated (at a formal or organised event).
25. 就职 jiù zhí To take office; to be inaugurated; to formally assume a position.
26. 就医 jiù yī To seek medical treatment; to go to a doctor or hospital for care.
27. 境地 jìng dì Situation; predicament; the circumstances one finds oneself in.
28. 警车 jǐng chē Police car; patrol car.
29. 揪 jiū To grab; to seize; to clutch (tightly, often with fingers or fist).
30. 敬意 jìng yì Respect; esteem; a feeling of reverence toward someone.
31. 居民楼 jū mín lóu Residential building; apartment block; housing tower for residents.
32. 敬重 jìng zhòng To deeply respect; to hold in high regard.
33. 舅舅 jiù jiu Maternal uncle; mother's brother.
34. 救治 jiù zhì To treat and save; to provide emergency medical treatment (with intent to cure).
35. 敬业 jìng yè To be dedicated to one's work; to be professional and conscientious.
36. 颈部 jǐng bù The neck region; cervical area of the body.
37. 敬佩 jìng pèi To admire and respect greatly; to hold in high esteem.
38. 就近 jiù jìn Nearby; at the nearest available place; in the immediate vicinity.
39. 鞠躬 jū gōng To bow; a bow (as a gesture of respect, gratitude, or apology).
40. 敬爱 jìng ài To deeply respect and love; revered and beloved.
41. 敬请 jìng qǐng Respectfully invite; kindly request (formal honorific).
42. 境遇 jìng yù One's circumstances; lot in life; the situation one encounters.
43. 就诊 jiù zhěn To see a doctor; to register for and attend a medical consultation.
44. 酒楼 jiǔ lóu Restaurant; high-class Chinese restaurant (literally: wine tower/building).
45. 竟敢 jìng gǎn To actually dare to; how dare (someone) do something.
46. 竞相 jìng xiāng Competitively; vying with each other; rushing to be first.
47. 警钟 jǐng zhōng Alarm bell; warning bell; a signal of danger or alert.
48. 敬礼 jìng lǐ To salute; to pay a formal salute; to bow in respect.
49. 久违 jiǔ wéi Long time no see; it's been a long time (since we last met or encountered something).
50. 窘迫 jiǒng pò Embarrassed and in a tight spot; in straitened or awkward circumstances.
51. 敬酒 jìng jiǔ To propose a toast; to offer a drink as a gesture of respect.
52. 就餐 jiù cān To dine; to have a meal (formal written term).
53. 久仰 jiǔ yǎng I have long admired you; it's an honour to finally meet you.
54. 居高临下 jū gāo lín xià To occupy a commanding height and look down; to be in a dominant position; (fig.) condescending, high-handed.
55. 敬而远之 jìng ér yuǎn zhī To keep a respectful distance; to stay away while feigning respect.