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March 24, 2026
负责(負責)fùzé(fu4ze2)
负责 (fùzé) means to be in charge of or to take responsibility for something. It is commonly used in professional and organizational contexts, indicating accountability for tasks, projects, or roles. This term can also imply a sense of conscientiousness in fulfilling one's duties.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 负责 is highly valued in both personal and professional contexts, reflecting a strong sense of duty and integrity. This aligns with Confucian ideals of responsibility to family and society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person holding a large 'F' (for 负责) above their head, symbolizing their burden of responsibility. The 'F' can remind you of 'Fulfillment' as they take charge. The '负责' looks like a person (the '负' radical) carrying a weight (the '责' radical) on their shoulders.
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AI Study Notes for 负责
Quick Contrast
责任 (zérèn) — use 负责 when emphasizing being in charge or overseeing something, while 责任 focuses more on the obligation or duty associated with that role.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person holding a large 'F' (for 负责) above their head, symbolizing their burden of responsibility. The 'F' can remind you of 'Fulfillment' as they take charge. The '负责' looks like a person (the '负' radical) carrying a weight (the '责' radical) on their shoulders.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 负责 with similar terms like '照顾' (to take care of) or '管理' (to manage), which have different nuances. It is typically used in formal contexts, such as work or projects, and collocates with nouns like '工作' (work) or '任务' (task). Pay attention to the tones, as mispronouncing them can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 负责 connects with other terms related to responsibility and duties, such as '职责' (zhízé, duty) and '责任' (zérèn, responsibility). Focus on using it in sentences to express accountability in various situations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 负责 is highly valued in both personal and professional contexts, reflecting a strong sense of duty and integrity. This aligns with Confucian ideals of responsibility to family and society.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 负责 inappropriately, such as saying '我负责吃饭' (Wǒ fùzé chīfàn – I'm responsible for eating), which is incorrect. A proper usage would be '我负责这个项目的进度' (Wǒ fùzé zhège xiàngmù de jìndù – I am responsible for the progress of this project).
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Grammar Patterns of 负责
负责 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 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.
Many people have an irresponsible attitude towards marriage and relationships.
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我们本以为他会采取更负责的态度。
wǒ mén běn yǐ wéi tā huì cǎi qǔ gēng fù zé de tài dù。
We would have thought he would have a more responsible attitude.
Cultural Notes for 负责
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being 负责 is highly valued in both personal and professional contexts, reflecting a strong sense of duty and integrity. This aligns with Confucian ideals of responsibility to family and society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 负责
You can say '他负责这个项目' (Tā fùzé zhège xiàngmù), which means 'He is in charge of this project.'
While it is more formal, you can use it in informal conversations about responsibilities, but it may feel slightly out of place.
Some synonyms include '承担' (ch承担, to bear) and '负责的' (fùzér de, responsible).
