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假装 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
假装jiǎzhuāngto feignHSK 7, n, rank #1486, Hard
假装jiǎzhuāngto pretendHSK 7, n, rank #1486, Hard
jiǎzhuāng(jia3zhuang1) T3
  1. 1to feign
  2. 2to pretend
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March 24, 2026
假装(假裝)jiǎzhuāng(jia3zhuang1)

假装 (jiǎzhuāng) means to pretend or feign something that is not true. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is acting in a way that does not reflect their true feelings or intentions, such as pretending to be happy when one is not. The term can apply to both serious and light-hearted situations.

Frequency#1486DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of pretending can relate to the importance of face (面子), where individuals may pretend to be happy or successful in social situations to maintain social harmony.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'jacket' (sounds like 'jia' in jia3) that you wear to 'act' (sounds like 'zhuang' in zhuang1) like someone else. This visual of wearing a jacket to change your appearance can help you remember that 假装 means to pretend or feign.

Meanings of 假装

jiǎzhuāng(jia3zhuang1)
1to feign
2to pretend
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About 假装

假装Simplified
假裝Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1486Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 假装

Quick Contrast

假装 (pretend) vs 装作 (act as if) — use 假装 when the focus is on the act of pretending, while 装作 emphasizes creating a false appearance.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'jacket' (sounds like 'jia' in jia3) that you wear to 'act' (sounds like 'zhuang' in zhuang1) like someone else. This visual of wearing a jacket to change your appearance can help you remember that 假装 means to pretend or feign.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 假装 with the similar word 模仿 (mófǎng), which means to imitate rather than just pretend. It is used in both formal and informal contexts, so pay attention to the setting in which you use it. Be cautious with tones, as mispronouncing either character can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 5 word, 假装 connects well with other verbs expressing actions or feelings. Focus on using it in sentences that convey emotions or social situations, as this will help build conversational skills at this level.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of pretending can relate to the importance of face (面子), where individuals may pretend to be happy or successful in social situations to maintain social harmony.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 假装 when they mean to say 'imitate' (模仿). For example, saying '我假装她的声音' (wǒ jiǎzhuāng tā de shēngyīn) incorrectly suggests pretending to have her voice instead of imitating it. The correct phrase would be '我模仿她的声音' (wǒ mófǎng tā de shēngyīn).

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Component Characters

假jiǎfake
HSK 411 strokes亻
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装zhuāngadornment
HSK 412 strokes衣
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Grammar Patterns of 假装

假装 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 2 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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他面部扭曲，____疼痛。

He screwed his face into an expression of mock pain.

Example Sentences for 假装 (10)

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他面部扭曲，假装疼痛。

tā miàn bù niǔ qū， ， jiǎ zhuāng téng。

He screwed his face into an expression of mock pain.
2
他随手翻了几页，假装兴趣不大。

tā suí shǒu fān le jī yè， ， jiǎ zhuāng xīng qù bù。

He thumbed through a couple of pages, feigning just a slight interest.
3
他假装要去追赶一边往回跑一边大笑的戴维。

tā jiǎ zhuāng yào qù zhuī gǎn yī biān wǎng huí pǎo yī biān dà xiào de dài wéi。

He made to chase Davey, who ran back laughing.
4
我假装拭去一只眼睛里的沙粒。

wǒ jiǎ zhuāng shì qù yī zhī yǎn jīng lǐ de shā lì。

I pretended to rub a fleck of grit from one eye.
5
她做了个扇风的动作，假装想让自己凉快一点。

tā zuò le gè shàn fēng de dòng zuò， ， jiǎ zhuāng xiǎng ràng zì jǐ liáng kuài yī。

She made a fanning motion, pretending to cool herself off.
6
他假装受到了冒犯，但其实内心很高兴。

tā jiǎ zhuāng shòu dào le mào fàn， ， dàn qí shí nèi xīn hěn gāo。

He pretended to be affronted, but inwardly he was pleased.
7
他躺在黑暗中，假装睡觉。

tā tǎng zài hēi àn zhōng， ， jiǎ zhuāng shuì。

He lay in the darkness, pretending to sleep.
8
“啊，我有时会感到绝望，”他假装悲伤地说。

“ “， ā ， wǒ yǒu shí huì gǎn dào，” jué wàng ，” tā jiǎ zhuāng bēi。

"Oh, I despair sometimes," he says in mock sorrow.
9
“真惨啊！”杰弗里假装吓昏了过去。

“ “ zhēn cǎn！” ā ！” jié fú lǐ jiǎ zhuāng xià hūn le。

"It's tragic!" swoons Jeffrey in mock horror.
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如果你把问题藏起来，假装它们不存在，问题只会越积越多。

rú guǒ nǐ bǎ wèn tí cáng qǐ lái， ， jiǎ zhuāng tā mén bù cún， zài ， wèn tí zhī huì yuè jī。

If you hide away your problems and pretend that they don't exist they will just continue to mount up.

Cultural Notes for 假装

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of pretending can relate to the importance of face (面子), where individuals may pretend to be happy or successful in social situations to maintain social harmony.

Frequently Asked Questions about 假装

Yes, while it can be used in casual conversation, 假装 is also appropriate in formal writing, especially in literature or discussions about emotions.