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March 24, 2026
条件(條件)tiáojiàn(tiao2jian4)
The term 条件 (tiáojiàn) refers to a condition or circumstance that must be met for something to occur or be valid. It is commonly used in various contexts, including contracts, negotiations, and discussions about requirements or qualifications for jobs or activities.
Frequency#1702DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 条件 is significant in job applications and educational settings, where understanding and meeting specific criteria is often emphasized for success.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'tail' (条) that connects to 'jen' (件) who has specific conditions to meet for a party. Visualize a long 'tail' leading to a checklist of requirements that must be fulfilled, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 条件
tiáojiàn(tiao2jian4)
1condition
2circumstances
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About 条件
条件Simplified
條件Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1702Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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AI Study Notes for 条件
Quick Contrast
条件 (tiáojiàn) vs 要求 (yāoqiú) — choose 条件 when referring specifically to the conditions that must be met, while 要求 emphasizes the demands or requests made.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'tail' (条) that connects to 'jen' (件) who has specific conditions to meet for a party. Visualize a long 'tail' leading to a checklist of requirements that must be fulfilled, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; '条件' should be pronounced with the correct tones (tiáo jiàn) to avoid confusion with other similar sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal documents or business negotiations.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 条件 connects to other words related to requirements and qualifications, such as 要求 (yāoqiú) meaning 'requirement.' Focus on using 条件 in sentences that describe necessary factors for specific situations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 条件 is significant in job applications and educational settings, where understanding and meeting specific criteria is often emphasized for success.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 条件 with 结果 (jiéguǒ, result). For example, saying '条件是结果' (The condition is the result) is incorrect. Instead, use '条件是必须的' (The condition is necessary).
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Grammar Patterns of 条件
条件 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 8 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.
In given conditions, a bad thing can lead to good results.
Cultural Notes for 条件
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 条件 is significant in job applications and educational settings, where understanding and meeting specific criteria is often emphasized for success.
Frequently Asked Questions about 条件
You can say '这个工作有很多条件' (This job has many conditions).
Yes, while it is more common in formal contexts, it can also be used informally when discussing everyday situations.
条件 refers to the conditions or circumstances, while 要求 refers more specifically to requirements or demands.
