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March 24, 2026
果汁guǒzhī(guo3zhi1)
果汁 (guǒzhī) refers to fruit juice, a beverage made from the extraction or pressing of the natural liquid contained in fruits. It's commonly consumed as a refreshing drink and can be found in various forms, like fresh-squeezed or bottled varieties. In everyday contexts, it often signifies healthier drink options compared to soda or sugary beverages.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, fruit juice is often associated with health and wellness, particularly fresh-squeezed varieties that are favored during hot weather. Juice shops are common in urban areas, reflecting the growing trend towards healthier lifestyles.
Memory Tip
Imagine a juicy fruit being squeezed, and out flows the vibrant juice into a glass. The character 果 (guǒ) resembles a fruit tree, while 汁 (zhī) looks like water flowing out. Picture a 'squeeze' to help remember the pronunciation guǒzhī, as you 'juice' the fruit for its refreshing liquid.
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AI Study Notes for 果汁
Quick Contrast
果汁 (fruit juice) vs 果酱 (jam) — 果汁 refers to the liquid extracted from fruits, while 果酱 is a thick spread made from cooked fruit.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a juicy fruit being squeezed, and out flows the vibrant juice into a glass. The character 果 (guǒ) resembles a fruit tree, while 汁 (zhī) looks like water flowing out. Picture a 'squeeze' to help remember the pronunciation guǒzhī, as you 'juice' the fruit for its refreshing liquid.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 果汁 with other drinks; it specifically refers to juice made from fruits, not vegetable juices. In informal settings, you can simply ask for 果汁 when ordering, but in formal contexts, specifying the type of fruit may be appreciated, such as 苹果汁 (apple juice).
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK 4 word, 果汁 connects to other food-related vocabulary, enhancing your ability to discuss drinks and meals. Focus on practicing its pronunciation and usage in sentences, especially when ordering at restaurants or cafes.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, fruit juice is often associated with health and wellness, particularly fresh-squeezed varieties that are favored during hot weather. Juice shops are common in urban areas, reflecting the growing trend towards healthier lifestyles.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 果汁 as 'guǒ zhī' with incorrect tones. Remember that the tones are crucial: use the correct third tone for 果 (guǒ) and the first tone for 汁 (zhī).
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Grammar Patterns of 果汁
果汁 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
加一点蜂蜜或浓缩苹____或梨汁，让菜带点甜味。
Sweeten dishes sparingly with honey, or con-centrated apple or pear juice.
Poach the pears in apple juice for perhaps ten minutes at most.
3
果汁存放过久就会发酵。
guǒ zhī cún fàng guò jiǔ jiù huì fā jiào。
Fruit juices ferment if they are kept for too long.
4
果汁若是放置很久,就会发酵.
guǒ zhī ruò shì fàng zhì hěn jiǔ, , jiù huì fā.
Fruit juices ferment if they are kept a long time.
5
我太渴了,喝了满满一纸杯的果汁.
wǒ tài kě le, , hē le mǎn mǎn yī zhǐ bēi de guǒ.
I was so thirsty I drank a whole carton of juice.
6
有些果汁酸得很。
yǒu xiē guǒ zhī suān dé hěn。
Some fruit juices are very acidic.
7
孩子们把果汁泼得整个地板都是.
hái zǐ mén bǎ guǒ zhī pō dé zhěng gè dì bǎn dū shì.
The kids splattered juice all over the floor.
Cultural Notes for 果汁
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, fruit juice is often associated with health and wellness, particularly fresh-squeezed varieties that are favored during hot weather. Juice shops are common in urban areas, reflecting the growing trend towards healthier lifestyles.
Frequently Asked Questions about 果汁
You can say '我要一杯果汁' (Wǒ yào yī bēi guǒzhī), which means 'I want a cup of fruit juice.'
Popular options include 苹果汁 (apple juice), 橙汁 (orange juice), and 西瓜汁 (watermelon juice).
果汁 can refer to both fresh-squeezed juice and bottled varieties, so context matters.
