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March 24, 2026
质量(質量)zhìliàng(zhi4liang4)
质量 refers to the concept of quality, often used in contexts relating to the standard or grade of something. In physics, it denotes mass, which indicates the amount of matter in an object. It can be applied to both tangible goods and abstract concepts, such as the quality of service or a product.
Frequency#5076DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 质量 is particularly emphasized in manufacturing and product development, reflecting the nation's focus on improving product standards in response to global competition. The term is often seen in discussions about quality control in industries like electronics and food production.
Memory Tip
Think of 质 (zhì) as 'quality' and 良 (liáng) as 'good'. Visualize a good quality product, such as a finely crafted watch, to remember that 质量 combines these ideas. The character 质 has a 'stone' radical which can remind you of something solid and reliable, while 良 has a 'good' meaning, emphasizing the quality aspect.
Meanings of 质量
zhìliàng(zhi4liang4)
1quality
2(physics) mass
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About 质量
质量Simplified
質量Traditional
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—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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标准 (biāozhǔn) - use 质量 when emphasizing the inherent quality of an item, whereas 标准 refers to an established standard or criterion.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 质 (zhì) as 'quality' and 良 (liáng) as 'good'. Visualize a good quality product, such as a finely crafted watch, to remember that 质量 combines these ideas. The character 质 has a 'stone' radical which can remind you of something solid and reliable, while 良 has a 'good' meaning, emphasizing the quality aspect.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 质量; both characters are in the fourth tone, which can easily lead to mispronunciation. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business discussions or academic writing. Common collocations include 质量控制 (quality control) and 质量保证 (quality assurance).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 质量 connects well with other terms that describe characteristics or properties, such as 性质 (xìngzhì, nature or property) and 标准 (biāozhǔn, standard). Students should focus on using it in both everyday conversation and formal contexts to deepen their understanding.
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 质量 is particularly emphasized in manufacturing and product development, reflecting the nation's focus on improving product standards in response to global competition. The term is often seen in discussions about quality control in industries like electronics and food production.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 质量 with other quality-related terms, such as 性质 (xìngzhì, nature) or 品质 (pǐnzhì, quality). For instance, saying '我喜欢这个的性质' (wǒ xǐhuān zhège de xìngzhì) when they mean to say '我喜欢这个的质量' (wǒ xǐhuān zhège de zhìliàng) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 质量
质量 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 3 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.
We rap the manufacturers on their knuckles if the toy is shoddy.
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你能从他们那儿买到质量很好的仿制名牌手表。
nǐ néng cóng tā mén nà ér mǎi dào zhì liáng hěn hǎo de fǎng zhì míng pái shǒu biǎo。
You can buy a nice knockoff watch from them.
Cultural Notes for 质量
🏮Cultural insight
In China, the concept of 质量 is particularly emphasized in manufacturing and product development, reflecting the nation's focus on improving product standards in response to global competition. The term is often seen in discussions about quality control in industries like electronics and food production.
Frequently Asked Questions about 质量
Common phrases include 质量管理 (quality management) and 质量问题 (quality issues).
Yes, 质量 can refer to both the quality of tangible products and the quality of services.
Yes, while both mean 'quality', 质量 often refers to measurable aspects like mass, while 品质 refers more to the inherent quality or character of something.
