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事迹 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
事迹shìjìdeedHSK 7, n, rank #10834, Hard
事迹shìjìpast achievementHSK 7, n, rank #10834, Hard
事迹shìjìimportant event of the pastHSK 7, n, rank #10834, Hard
shìjì(shi4ji4) T4
  1. 1deed
  2. 2past achievement
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March 24, 2026
事迹(事跡)shìjì(shi4ji4)

事迹 (shìjì) refers to significant deeds or achievements that are noteworthy in a person's life or history. This term is often used in contexts such as biographies or historical accounts to highlight accomplishments or important events that have had a lasting impact.

Frequency#10834DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the recounting of one's 事迹 is essential in honoring historical figures and fostering a sense of identity and pride. Celebrations such as Qingming Festival involve remembering the achievements of ancestors through the stories of their past.

Memory Tip

Imagine a grand story (事 shì) unfolding, showcasing the impressive achievements (迹 jì) of a hero. The character 事 resembles a person engaging in action, while 迹 can be seen as footprints left behind, symbolizing the marks of significant deeds in one's journey.

Meanings of 事迹

shìjì(shi4ji4)
1deed
2past achievement
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About 事迹

事迹Simplified
事跡Traditional
Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10834Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCTCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 事迹

Quick Contrast

事例 (shìlì) refers to examples or instances, while 事迹 (shìjì) emphasizes significant achievements; use 事迹 for noteworthy accomplishments.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a grand story (事 shì) unfolding, showcasing the impressive achievements (迹 jì) of a hero. The character 事 resembles a person engaging in action, while 迹 can be seen as footprints left behind, symbolizing the marks of significant deeds in one's journey.

Usage Notes

事迹 is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic writing or official reports. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 事件 (event), which refers more to occurrences rather than achievements. Be mindful of using the correct context to convey the intended meaning.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 事迹 connects with other advanced vocabulary regarding achievements and historical narratives. Students should focus on understanding its usage in contexts of discussion about history or personal accomplishments, and practice using it in both written and spoken forms.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the recounting of one's 事迹 is essential in honoring historical figures and fostering a sense of identity and pride. Celebrations such as Qingming Festival involve remembering the achievements of ancestors through the stories of their past.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 事迹 with 事情 (matter/thing), which is much broader in scope. For example, saying '我有很多事迹要做' (I have many deeds to do) is incorrect; instead, it should be '我有很多事情要做' (I have many things to do).

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Component Characters

shìmatter
HSK 18 strokes
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footprint
HSK 79 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 事迹

事迹 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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在敦刻尔克这个地方,又一次发生英国人可歌可泣的____.

Here at Dunkirk is another English epic.

Example Sentences for 事迹 (4)

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在敦刻尔克这个地方,又一次发生英国人可歌可泣的事迹.

zài dūn kè ěr kè zhè gè dì fāng, , yòu yī cì fā shēng yīng guó rén kě gē kě qì de shì.

Here at Dunkirk is another English epic.
2
可是那些殉难者的事迹却是永远湮没无闻.

kě shì nà xiē xùn nán zhě de shì jì què shì yǒng yuǎn yān méi wú wén.

But the deeds of those who perished will never be known.
3
是描述一只叫做[八公]的秋田犬的事迹.

shì miáo shù yī zhī jiào zuò[ [ bā] gōng ] de qiū tián quǎn de.

It tells the tale of the deeds of an akita named Hachiko.
4
黄继光的英勇事迹尽人皆知.

huáng jì guāng de yīng yǒng shì jì jìn rén jiē zhī.

Huang Jiguang's gallant deed is known by all men.

Cultural Notes for 事迹

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the recounting of one's 事迹 is essential in honoring historical figures and fostering a sense of identity and pride. Celebrations such as Qingming Festival involve remembering the achievements of ancestors through the stories of their past.

Frequently Asked Questions about 事迹

事迹 refers specifically to noteworthy achievements or significant accomplishments, while 事件 is a more general term for events or occurrences.