HSK 7-9 — 整合 to 制服

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 整合 to 制服, spanning nuanced meanings across formal registers, specialised domains, and idiomatic expression.

Themes

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

1. 之 zhī A classical possessive particle meaning 'of'; also functions as a pronoun meaning 'this' or 'it'. A literary marker creating elegant, for...
2. 制 zhì To make; to manufacture; to control or restrain. A fundamental character for creation, production, and regulation.
3. 执法 zhí fǎ To enforce the law; law enforcement. The act of applying legal rules and ensuring compliance.
4. 整合 zhěng hé To integrate; to consolidate. Bringing separate elements together into a unified, coordinated whole.
5. 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.
6. 制裁 zhì cái To impose sanctions; to punish or penalise. Official measures taken to punish violations of law or international norms.
7. 制服 zhì fú A uniform; standardised clothing worn by members of an organisation. Also a verb meaning to subdue or bring under control.
8. 直至 zhí zhì Until; up to. A conjunction indicating the end point of an action or duration.
9. 指南 zhǐ nán A guide; a guidebook or manual. Something that provides direction or instruction for a particular subject.
10. 职权 zhí quán Authority; powers and duties attached to a position. The official scope of one's responsibility and decision-making power.
11. 指令 zhǐ lìng An instruction; a command or directive. An authoritative order that must be followed.
12. 职员 zhí yuán An employee; a staff member. Someone employed in an office or organisation.
13. 知识分子 zhī shi fèn zǐ An intellectual; an educated person engaged in mental labour, particularly in academic, literary, or professional fields.
14. 旨在 zhǐ zài To aim at; to be intended for. A formal expression indicating the purpose or goal of an action or policy.
15. 直径 zhí jìng Diameter; the straight line passing through the centre of a circle connecting two points on its circumference.
16. 指向 zhǐ xiàng To point toward; to indicate direction. Also a noun meaning the direction or target something points to.
17. 指引 zhǐ yǐn To guide; to show the way. Providing direction, either physically or through advice and leadership.
18. 指望 zhǐ wàng To count on; to hope for or expect. Also a noun meaning expectation or hope.
19. 至此 zhì cǐ Up to this point; by now; thus far. A formal expression marking a conclusion or turning point in a narrative.
20. 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.
21. 执照 zhí zhào A licence; an official permit authorising someone to do something. A formal document granting legal permission.
22. 脂肪 zhī fáng Fat; adipose tissue. The oily substance stored in the body or found in food.
23. 直觉 zhí jué Intuition; an instinctive feeling or immediate understanding without conscious reasoning.
24. 支柱 zhī zhù A pillar; a mainstay. Something or someone that provides crucial support, whether physical, economic, or emotional.
25. 正直 zhèng zhí Upright; honest and principled. Possessing moral integrity and refusing to engage in dishonest or corrupt behaviour.
26. 正视 zhèng shì To face squarely; to confront directly. To acknowledge and deal with something honestly rather than avoiding it.
27. 肢体 zhī tǐ Limbs; the arms and legs of the human body. Also refers to bodily movement and physical expression.
28. 直达 zhí dá Non-stop; going directly to the destination without stops. A direct route or connection.
29. 至关重要 zhì guān zhòng yào Of vital importance; crucial; absolutely essential. Something so important that success or failure depends on it.
30. 知觉 zhī jué Perception; conscious awareness through the senses. The faculty of perceiving and being aware of one's surroundings.
31. 直观 zhí guān Intuitive; visually immediate. Perceptible directly through the senses without requiring inference or analysis.
32. 支票 zhī piào A cheque; a written order directing a bank to pay a specified sum from the drawer's account.
33. 执着 zhí zhuó Persistent; steadfastly devoted. Showing unwavering commitment to a goal, belief, or pursuit.
34. 汁 zhī Juice; liquid extracted from fruits, vegetables, or meat. Also used for sauces and gravies.
35. 整数 zhěng shù An integer; a whole number. A number without fractions or decimals.
36. 指点 zhǐ diǎn To give guidance; to point out and advise. Offering direction or instruction to help someone improve or understand.
37. 整洁 zhěng jié Neat and tidy; clean and orderly. Describing an environment or appearance that is well-organised and free of clutter.
38. 正能量 zhèng néng liàng Positive energy; positivity. Optimistic, constructive attitudes and influences that uplift people.
39. 执意 zhí yì To insist stubbornly; to persist in doing something despite opposition. A determined resolve to proceed with one's decision.
40. 郑重 zhèng zhòng Solemn; serious and earnest. Conveying gravity, formality, and sincere intent in words or actions.
41. 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.
42. 值钱 zhí qián Valuable; worth money. Having significant monetary value.
43. 直视 zhí shì To look straight at; to gaze directly. Meeting someone's eyes or confronting something head-on.
44. 指教 zhǐ jiào To give advice or instruction; enlightenment from a superior. A humble term used when asking for guidance or critique.
45. 知己 zhī jǐ A bosom friend; an intimate confidant who truly understands you. Also used as an adjective meaning deeply understanding.
46. 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.
47. 知足 zhī zú Content; satisfied with what one has. Finding happiness in one's current situation rather than constantly craving more.
48. 直奔 zhí bèn To head straight for; to go directly to. Moving purposefully toward a destination without detours.
49. 止血 zhǐ xuè To stop bleeding; haemostasis. The medical process of halting blood flow from a wound.
50. 芝士 zhī shì Cheese; a dairy product made from curdled milk. A loanword from English, commonly used in food contexts.
51. 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.
52. 指南针 zhǐ nán zhēn A compass; a magnetic device that indicates direction. One of the Four Great Inventions of ancient China.
53. 志气 zhì qì Ambition; aspiration and determination. The spirit and resolve to achieve great things.
54. 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.
55. 止咳 zhǐ ké To relieve coughing; cough-suppressing. The action or property of stopping or reducing coughs.