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March 24, 2026
戒指jièzhi(jie4zhi5)
戒指 (jièzhǐ) refers to a ring, typically worn on the fingers as jewelry or a symbol of commitment, such as in marriage. It can also represent various cultural meanings, including status and personal style, and is commonly exchanged in ceremonies.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, exchanging 戒指 is a significant part of wedding ceremonies, symbolizing the bond between partners. The choice of material and design often reflects personal values and family traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a finger (the radical '戒') adorned with a shiny ring. The '指' part looks like a pointing finger, emphasizing that a ring is meant specifically for fingers. Picture someone joyfully placing a ring on their finger, saying 'jiè' as they do so, which sounds like 'jet,' a quick and flashy decoration.
Meanings of 戒指
jièzhi(jie4zhi5)
1(finger) ring
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About 戒指
戒指Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1697Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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耳环 (ěrhuán) - choose 戒指 when referring specifically to a ring, whereas 耳环 refers to earrings, which are worn on the ears.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a finger (the radical '戒') adorned with a shiny ring. The '指' part looks like a pointing finger, emphasizing that a ring is meant specifically for fingers. Picture someone joyfully placing a ring on their finger, saying 'jiè' as they do so, which sounds like 'jet,' a quick and flashy decoration.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 戒指; it's important to use the correct fourth tone for '戒' and the fifth tone for '指' to avoid confusion with other words. Common collocations include '结婚戒指' (wedding ring) and '黄金戒指' (gold ring). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where more specific terms might be preferred.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 戒指 connects with themes of relationships and personal possessions. Focus on understanding its use in contexts such as marriage and celebrations, as well as practicing related vocabulary like '结婚' (marriage) and '首饰' (jewelry).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, exchanging 戒指 is a significant part of wedding ceremonies, symbolizing the bond between partners. The choice of material and design often reflects personal values and family traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 戒指 with other jewelry terms, such as '项链' (necklace). For example, saying '我有一个戒指项链' (I have a ring necklace) is incorrect; it should be '我有一个项链' for a necklace.
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Grammar Patterns of 戒指
戒指 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.
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____内侧有一层厚厚的锈斑。
The tarnish lay thick on the inside of the ring.
Example Sentences for 戒指 (10)
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戒指内侧有一层厚厚的锈斑。
jiè zhǐ nèi cè yǒu yī céng hòu hòu de xiù bān。
The tarnish lay thick on the inside of the ring.
2
18开的金戒指
18 18 kāi de jīn jiè
an 18-carat gold ring
3
一枚18开的金戒指
yī méi18 18 kāi de jīn jiè
an 18ct gold ring
4
那戒指那么贵，我非常吃惊。
nà jiè zhǐ nà mó guì， ， wǒ fēi cháng chī。
I was staggered at the amount of money the ring cost.
5
我买了一枚戒指，留作对希腊的纪念。
wǒ mǎi le yī méi jiè zhǐ， ， liú zuò duì xī là de jì。
I bought the ring as a souvenir of Greece.
6
她低下头轻吻大主教的戒指。
tā dī xià tóu qīng wěn dà zhǔ jiào de jiè zhǐ。
She bowed her head and kissed the Archbishop's ring.
The salesman inveigled the girl into buying the ring.
9
请收下这枚戒指作为信物.
qǐng shōu xià zhè méi jiè zhǐ zuò wéi xìn wù.
Please have this ring for a keepsake.
10
当她的钻石戒指遇到光时,有阵突然的闪耀.
dāng tā de zuān shí jiè zhǐ yù dào guāng shí, , yǒu zhèn tū rán de shǎn.
There was a sudden sparkle as her diamond ring caught the light.
Cultural Notes for 戒指
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, exchanging 戒指 is a significant part of wedding ceremonies, symbolizing the bond between partners. The choice of material and design often reflects personal values and family traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 戒指
戒指 specifically refers to a ring worn on the finger, while 环 can refer to any circular object or ring, including those not meant to be worn.
Generally, 戒指 is used solely for rings worn on fingers; other types of rings might require different terminology.
Engagement ring is commonly referred to as '订婚戒指' (dìnghūn jièzhǐ) in Chinese.
