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March 24, 2026
体贴(體貼)tǐtiē(ti3tie1)
The term 体贴 (tǐtiē) describes a quality of being considerate and thoughtful towards others, often by anticipating their needs and showing empathy. It's commonly used in both personal relationships and professional settings, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence in interactions.
Frequency#5785DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 体贴 is highly valued in both friendships and family relationships, often seen as a marker of maturity and social responsibility. This quality is especially emphasized during family gatherings or festivals when people strive to show care for one another.
Memory Tip
Think of 体 (tǐ) as 'body' and 贴 (tiē) as 'to stick or adhere'. Imagine sticking to someone's side, always aware of their feelings and needs—this helps you remember that 体贴 means being considerate and thoughtful.
Meanings of 体贴
tǐtiē(ti3tie1)
1considerate (of other people's needs)
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About 体贴
体贴Simplified
體貼Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5785Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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关心 (guānxīn) - use 体贴 when emphasizing empathy and thoughtfulness, while 关心 focuses more on concern and care.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 体 (tǐ) as 'body' and 贴 (tiē) as 'to stick or adhere'. Imagine sticking to someone's side, always aware of their feelings and needs—this helps you remember that 体贴 means being considerate and thoughtful.
Usage Notes
This term is generally used in positive contexts and can be applied in both formal and informal situations. A common mistake is to confuse 体贴 with similar words like 关心 (guānxīn), which means 'to care about', but lacks the nuance of anticipating needs. Be mindful of the tone; using it in a sarcastic context can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 体贴 connects to words related to emotions and relationships, such as 爱 (ài, love) and 关心 (guānxīn, care). Focus on using it in sentences that describe actions or behaviors that demonstrate consideration.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 体贴 is highly valued in both friendships and family relationships, often seen as a marker of maturity and social responsibility. This quality is especially emphasized during family gatherings or festivals when people strive to show care for one another.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 体贴 by applying it in contexts where it is not appropriate, such as saying '他很体贴工作' (Tā hěn tǐtiē gōngzuò) which incorrectly suggests being considerate towards work. The correct usage would be to describe considerate actions towards people.
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Grammar Patterns of 体贴
体贴 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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非常感谢您的____入微，我真的无以言表。
I can't tell you how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Example Sentences for 体贴 (4)
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非常感谢您的体贴入微，我真的无以言表。
fēi cháng gǎn xiè nín de tǐ tiē rù wēi， ， wǒ zhēn de wú yǐ yán。
I can't tell you how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
2
他是个可爱的男孩，非常温柔体贴。
tā shì gè kě ài de nán hái， ， fēi cháng wēn róu tǐ。
Douglas was a complex man, thoughtful, gallant, and generous.
4
44岁女士寻觅年龄相仿、体贴诚实的男士为友，共享快乐。非诚勿扰。
44 44 suì nǚ shì xún mì nián líng xiāng、 fǎng 、 tǐ tiē chéng shí de nán shì， wéi yǒu ， gòng。 xiǎng kuài lè 。。
44-year-old woman seeks caring, honest male of similar age for friendship and fun. Genuine replies only.
Cultural Notes for 体贴
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being 体贴 is highly valued in both friendships and family relationships, often seen as a marker of maturity and social responsibility. This quality is especially emphasized during family gatherings or festivals when people strive to show care for one another.
Frequently Asked Questions about 体贴
You could say '他很体贴' (Tā hěn tǐtiē) which means 'He is very considerate.'
No, 体贴 can be used in any context where someone shows thoughtfulness, including friendships and family relationships.
Some synonyms include 关心 (guānxīn, care) and 照顾 (zhàogù, take care of).
