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March 24, 2026
地位dìwèi(di4wei4)
地位 (dì wèi) refers to an individual's position or status within a social, professional, or personal hierarchy. It is commonly used in discussions about career, relationships, and social standing, conveying a sense of esteem or authority associated with that position.
Frequency#4157DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, one's 地位 can greatly influence social interactions and business relationships. For example, filial piety emphasizes respect for elders, which is closely tied to their social status within the family.
Memory Tip
Imagine standing on a '地' (ground) that represents your '位' (place). The lower your position, the less you can see around you, while a higher position gives you a broader view. This visual helps connect the characters to the concept of status and perspective.
Meanings of 地位
dìwèi(di4wei4)
1position
2status
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地位Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4157Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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身份 (shēnfèn) refers to one's identity or social role, while 地位 (dìwèi) emphasizes the rank or status within a hierarchy; choose 地位 when discussing social ranking specifically.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine standing on a '地' (ground) that represents your '位' (place). The lower your position, the less you can see around you, while a higher position gives you a broader view. This visual helps connect the characters to the concept of status and perspective.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 地位 with 位置 (wèi zhì), which specifically means 'location' rather than 'status.' It is often used in formal contexts, so be mindful of the setting in which you use it. A common collocation is '社会地位' (social status).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 地位 connects with other vocabulary around social structures and relationships. Students should focus on understanding collocations and practice using it in sentences about personal experiences or observations related to status.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, one's 地位 can greatly influence social interactions and business relationships. For example, filial piety emphasizes respect for elders, which is closely tied to their social status within the family.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 地位 with 位置, mistakenly saying '我在学校的地位' when they mean '我在学校的位置' (my location at school). Remember, 地位 is about status, not physical location.
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Grammar Patterns of 地位
地位 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 4 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.
Columns are usually intended in architecture to add grandeur and status.
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他继续在安哥拉总统大选中占据领先地位。
tā jì xù zài ān gē lā zǒng tǒng dà xuǎn zhōng zhān jù lǐng xiān dì wèi。
He continued to hold a lead in Angola's presi-dential race.
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在男性占主导地位的法庭上，有多少法官对妇女问题是比较敏感的呢？
zài nán xìng zhān zhǔ dǎo dì wèi de fǎ tíng shàng， ， yǒu duō shǎo fǎ guān duì fù nǚ wèn tí shì bǐ jiào mǐn gǎn de？
How many judges in our male-dominated courts are sensitized to women's issues?
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我们在市场上居于高端地位。
wǒ mén zài shì cháng shàng jū yú gāo duān dì wèi。
We occupy a quality position in the market place.
Cultural Notes for 地位
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, one's 地位 can greatly influence social interactions and business relationships. For example, filial piety emphasizes respect for elders, which is closely tied to their social status within the family.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, while status is also important, there tends to be more emphasis on meritocracy, where achievements can elevate one's status regardless of background, unlike in some Chinese contexts where inherited status can play a significant role.
Frequently Asked Questions about 地位
You can say, '他在公司里的地位很高' (His position in the company is very high).
地位 refers to status or position in a social context, while 位置 specifically indicates a physical location.
It is generally used in more formal contexts, but can be used informally when discussing social issues.
