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March 24, 2026
控制kòngzhì(kong4zhi4)
The verb '控制' (kòngzhì) means to control, manage, or contain something. It is commonly used in contexts such as controlling emotions, managing a situation, or containing a physical object. The nuance often implies an active effort to exert authority or influence over something.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of control is often linked to Confucian values, emphasizing the importance of self-discipline and societal harmony. The ability to control one's emotions and actions is seen as a virtue, reflecting a person's character.
Memory Tip
Imagine a conductor (控制) controlling an orchestra. The character '控' depicts the action of holding or grasping, while '制' suggests setting rules or limits. Visualize the conductor's baton as a tool to guide and control the music, helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 控制
kòngzhì(kong4zhi4)
1control
2to exercise control over
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控制Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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管理 (guǎnlǐ) - use '控制' when emphasizing authority or influence, while '管理' focuses more on the act of managing or organizing.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a conductor (控制) controlling an orchestra. The character '控' depicts the action of holding or grasping, while '制' suggests setting rules or limits. Visualize the conductor's baton as a tool to guide and control the music, helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse '控制' with similar words like '管理' (guǎnlǐ), which means to manage. '控制' often implies a stricter form of authority. Additionally, it is used in both formal and informal registers, but the context can change the tone significantly.
HSK Study Tips
'控制' is an HSK Level 5 word, connecting with other verbs related to authority like '管理' (guǎnlǐ) and '指挥' (zhǐhuī). Focus on using this word in contexts involving management or emotional regulation, as it frequently appears in discussions about leadership or personal development.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of control is often linked to Confucian values, emphasizing the importance of self-discipline and societal harmony. The ability to control one's emotions and actions is seen as a virtue, reflecting a person's character.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '控制' with '管理' (guǎnlǐ), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我管理我的情绪' (wǒ guǎnlǐ wǒ de qíngxù) instead of '我控制我的情绪' (wǒ kòngzhì wǒ de qíngxù) changes the meaning significantly.
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Grammar Patterns of 控制
控制 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 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.
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用这种方法____你的狗不起作用。
This is an ineffective method of controlling your dog.
A number of the French players went nuts, completely out of control.
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没几个军官认为德捷之战可被控制为局部战争。
méi jī gè jūn guān rèn wéi dé jié zhī zhàn kě bèi kòng zhì wéi jú bù zhàn zhēng。
Few officers thought that a German-Czech war could be localized.
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这会让冲浪板更好控制。
zhè huì ràng chōng làng bǎn gēng hǎo kòng zhì。
This makes the surfboards more controllable.
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你所控制的这些人不是客人，而是人质。
nǐ suǒ kòng zhì de zhè xiē rén bù shì kè rén， ， ér shì rén。
The people in your grasp are not guests, they are hostages.
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在那边等候他们的人控制了局势。
zài nà biān děng hòu tā mén de rén kòng zhì le jú shì。
Whoever was waiting for them there had command of the situation.
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他试图通过冥想来控制自己的压力。
Tā shìtú tōngguò míngxiǎng lái kòngzhì zìjǐ de yālì.
He tries to control his stress through meditation.
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科技的发展让我们可以更好地控制能源的使用。
Kējì de fāzhǎn ràng wǒmen kěyǐ gèng hǎo de kòngzhì néngyuán de shǐyòng.
The development of technology allows us to better control energy usage.
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为了控制成本，公司决定减少不必要的开支。
Wèile kòngzhì chéngběn, gōngsī juédìng jiǎnshǎo bù bìyào de kāizhī.
In order to control costs, the company decided to cut unnecessary expenses.
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她学会了如何通过呼吸技巧来控制自己的情绪。
Tā xuéhuìle rúhé tōngguò hūxī jìqiǎo lái kòngzhì zìjǐ de qíngxù.
She learned how to control her emotions through breathing techniques.
Cultural Notes for 控制
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of control is often linked to Confucian values, emphasizing the importance of self-discipline and societal harmony. The ability to control one's emotions and actions is seen as a virtue, reflecting a person's character.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, control is often associated with empowerment and autonomy, while in Chinese culture, it can also denote responsibility and the importance of collective harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 控制
No, '控制' can be used in both positive and negative contexts, such as controlling anger (which is negative) or controlling a project (which is positive).
Yes, '控制' is frequently used in everyday contexts, especially when discussing emotions or situations that require management.
While '控制' implies strict management or authority, '调节' refers to adjusting or modifying something to improve it.
