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真正 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
真正zhēnzhènggenuineHSK 4, d, rank #472, Medium
真正zhēnzhèngrealHSK 4, d, rank #472, Medium
真正zhēnzhèngtrueHSK 4, d, rank #472, Medium
真正zhēnzhènggenuinelyHSK 4, d, rank #472, Medium
zhēnzhèng(zhen1zheng4) T1
  1. 1genuine
  2. 2real
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March 24, 2026
真正zhēnzhèng(zhen1zheng4)

真正 (zhēnzhèng) means genuine, real, or true. It is often used to emphasize authenticity or the true nature of something, distinguishing it from imitations or superficial appearances. This word is commonly used in various contexts, such as discussing feelings, experiences, or objects.

Frequency#472DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of authenticity is highly valued, especially in relationships and traditional practices. The phrase '真正的心' (a true heart) reflects the importance of sincerity in personal interactions.

Memory Tip

Think of '真正' as a treasure chest revealing the true value inside. The character '真' (zhēn) looks like a person standing firm, representing truth, while '正' (zhèng) can be imagined as a straight path, symbolizing correctness or authenticity. Together, they signify finding the true and genuine path.

Meanings of 真正

zhēnzhèng(zhen1zheng4)
1genuine
2real
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About 真正

真正Simplified
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副形词xíngróngcíadj-adverb (adj.-adv.)Part of Speech
#472Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 真正

Quick Contrast

真正 (zhēnzhèng) vs 真实 (zhēnshí) — choose 真正 when emphasizing authenticity or the true nature of something, while 真实 focuses more on the factual existence or reality of something.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of '真正' as a treasure chest revealing the true value inside. The character '真' (zhēn) looks like a person standing firm, representing truth, while '正' (zhèng) can be imagined as a straight path, symbolizing correctness or authenticity. Together, they signify finding the true and genuine path.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of using 真正 in appropriate contexts; it is more formal than just saying '真' (zhēn). Common collocations include '真正的朋友' (genuine friends) and '真正的意义' (true meaning). Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that convey different nuances.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 4 word, 真正 helps learners express deeper nuances of authenticity in conversations. Students should focus on using it in various sentence structures and practice distinguishing it from other adjectives like '假的' (fake).

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of authenticity is highly valued, especially in relationships and traditional practices. The phrase '真正的心' (a true heart) reflects the importance of sincerity in personal interactions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 真正 with 真的 (zhēn de), which is less formal. For example, saying '这是一个真正的事' (This is a genuine matter) should be corrected to '这是一件真正的事'.

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Component Characters

真zhēnreally
HSK 110 strokes目
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正zhèngstraight
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Grammar Patterns of 真正

真正 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 4 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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只有深入其中，你才能____欣赏教堂的富丽堂皇。

Only inside do you appreciate the church's true grandeur.

Example Sentences for 真正 (10)

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只有深入其中，你才能真正欣赏教堂的富丽堂皇。

zhī yǒu shēn rù qí zhōng， ， nǐ cái néng zhēn zhèng xīn shǎng jiào táng de fù lì táng。

Only inside do you appreciate the church's true grandeur.
2
你一直在无目的地更换工作，从未真正投入进去。

nǐ yī zhí zài wú mù de dì gēng huàn gōng zuò， ， cóng wèi zhēn zhèng tóu rù jìn。

You'vebeen drifting from job to job without any real commitment.
3
你很够朋友，是真正的患难之交。

nǐ hěn gòu péng yǒu， ， shì zhēn zhèng de huàn nán zhī。

You were a brick, a real friend in need.
4
真正的危险是该国东部地区的民众动乱。

zhēn zhèng de wēi xiǎn shì gāi guó dōng bù dì qū de mín zhòng dòng luàn。

The real danger is civil unrest in the east of the country.
5
这辆车必须归还给真正的主人。

zhè liàng chē bì xū guī huán gěi zhēn zhèng de zhǔ rén。

The car must be returned to its rightful owner.
6
我必须查清造成这一混乱局面的真正原因。

wǒ bì xū chá qīng zào chéng zhè yī hùn luàn jú miàn de zhēn zhèng yuán yīn。

I have to get to the bottom of this mess.
7
全体演职人员以一种真正的专业精神，从容不迫地开始了影片的制作。

quán tǐ yǎn zhí rén yuán yǐ yī zhǒng zhēn zhèng de zhuān yè jīng shén， ， cóng róng bù pò dì kāi shǐ le yǐng piàn de zhì。

The whole cast executed the production with truly professional aplomb.
8
作为一名选手，他毫无私念，真正把自己摆在团队中。

zuò wéi yī míng xuǎn shǒu， ， tā háo wú sī， niàn ， zhēn zhèng bǎ zì jǐ bǎi zài tuán。

As a player he was unselfish, a true team man.
9
当艺术有助于人们了解自身的时候才有真正的意义。

dāng yì shù yǒu zhù yú rén mén le jiě zì shēn de shí hòu cái yǒu zhēn zhèng de yì yì。

Art has real meaning when it helps people to understand themselves.
10
他们的经营既有真正的专业水准又不乏个人特色。

tā mén de jīng yíng jì yǒu zhēn zhèng de zhuān yè shuǐ zhǔn yòu bù fá gè rén tè sè。

They run it with a truly professional but personal touch.

Cultural Notes for 真正

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of authenticity is highly valued, especially in relationships and traditional practices. The phrase '真正的心' (a true heart) reflects the importance of sincerity in personal interactions.

Frequently Asked Questions about 真正

Yes, you can use 真正 to describe people, especially when referring to their genuine character or true emotions.