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March 24, 2026
吸引xīyǐn(xi1yin3)
The verb 吸引 (xīyǐn) means 'to attract' and is commonly used to describe drawing interest, attention, or investment from others. It can be used in various contexts, such as marketing, personal relationships, or any situation where someone or something captivates others' interest.
Frequency#1671DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of attraction is often associated with relationships and social harmony. For instance, businesses invest significant effort in advertising to吸引 customers, emphasizing the importance of influence in both commerce and social interactions.
Memory Tip
Think of 吸引 as 'sucking in' interest. The character 吸 (xī) resembles a mouth (口) drawing in air, while 引 (yǐn) suggests pulling or leading. Imagine a magnet (吸引) that pulls in metal objects, making it easier to remember the meaning of attraction.
Meanings of 吸引
xīyǐn(xi1yin3)
1to attract (interest, investment etc)
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吸引Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 吸引
Quick Contrast
吸引 (xīyǐn) vs 引导 (yǐndǎo) — use 吸引 for drawing interest, while 引导 means to guide or lead someone.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 吸引 as 'sucking in' interest. The character 吸 (xī) resembles a mouth (口) drawing in air, while 引 (yǐn) suggests pulling or leading. Imagine a magnet (吸引) that pulls in metal objects, making it easier to remember the meaning of attraction.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context when using 吸引; it's more formal than casual terms for 'like' or 'want'. Common collocations include 吸引注意 (attract attention) and 吸引投资 (attract investment). Remember to maintain the correct tones, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 吸引 connects to other verbs related to influence and action. Students should focus on using it in sentences to describe situations where they or others attract something or someone, enhancing their vocabulary around interpersonal and marketing contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of attraction is often associated with relationships and social harmony. For instance, businesses invest significant effort in advertising to吸引 customers, emphasizing the importance of influence in both commerce and social interactions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 吸引 with 喜欢 (xǐhuān, to like), using it inappropriately. For example, saying '我吸引这个电影' (wǒ xīyǐn zhège diànyǐng) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我喜欢这个电影' (wǒ xǐhuān zhège diànyǐng).
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Grammar Patterns of 吸引
吸引 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 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.
The view of lake and plunging cliffs seduces visitors.
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这片潮湿地区也吸引了青蛙、蟾蜍和蝾螈一类的生物。
zhè piàn cháo shī dì qū yě xī yǐn le qīng wā、 、 chán chú hé róng yuán yī lèi de shēng。
This wet area also attracts frogs, toads and newts.
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轻松捞取利润的可能性吸引了一拨不良商人。
qīng sōng lāo qǔ lì rùn de kě néng xìng xī yǐn le yī bō bù liáng shāng rén。
The prospect of easy profits has attracted the wrong kind of businessman.
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吸引他到该地区的原因是那里靠近伦敦市中心。
xī yǐn tā dào gāi dì qū de yuán yīn shì nà lǐ kào jìn lún dūn shì zhōng xīn。
What drew him to the area was its proximity to central London.
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他显然一直在挥舞旗子吸引主裁判的注意。
tā xiǎn rán yī zhí zài huī wǔ qí zǐ xī yǐn zhǔ cái pàn de zhù yì。
He had unmistakably been waving his flag to attract the referee's attention.
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上个赛季意大利足球吸引了全国上下的注意。
shàng gè sài jì yì dà lì zú qiú xī yǐn le quán guó shàng xià de zhù yì。
Italian football captured the imagination of the nation last season.
Cultural Notes for 吸引
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of attraction is often associated with relationships and social harmony. For instance, businesses invest significant effort in advertising to吸引 customers, emphasizing the importance of influence in both commerce and social interactions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 吸引
You can say 吸引了很多顾客 (xīyǐn le hěn duō gùkè), meaning 'It attracted many customers.'
吸引 is typically used in formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions.
Synonyms include 吸收 (xīshōu, to absorb) and 引起 (yǐnqǐ, to cause).
