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March 24, 2026
工程师(工程師)gōngchéngshī(gong1cheng2shi1)
工程师 (gōng chéng shī) refers to an engineer, a professional who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or structures. This term is commonly used in contexts related to technology, construction, and project management, emphasizing the technical skills and expertise of the individual.
Frequency#5511DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, engineers are highly respected and play a crucial role in the country's rapid industrial and technological development. The term is often associated with innovation and progress, reflecting the importance of engineering in modern Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Think of 工 (gōng) as a worker with tools, 程 (chéng) as a path they follow to build or design, and 师 (shī) as a master of that craft. Imagine a skilled worker navigating a construction site, showcasing their expertise in engineering.
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AI Study Notes for 工程师
Quick Contrast
设计师 (shèjìshī) vs 工程师 (gōngchéngshī): choose 设计师 when emphasizing creative design rather than technical engineering skills.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 工 (gōng) as a worker with tools, 程 (chéng) as a path they follow to build or design, and 师 (shī) as a master of that craft. Imagine a skilled worker navigating a construction site, showcasing their expertise in engineering.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the tones: 工 (gōng) is the first tone, 程 (chéng) the second, and 师 (shī) the first. In professional contexts, you may hear this term used in phrases like '工程师的职位' (the position of an engineer). It’s informal in everyday speech but formal in job titles.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 工程师 connects with other professional terms and technical vocabulary. Focus on related words in engineering and technology, as they often appear together in conversations and written materials.
Cultural Note
In China, engineers are highly respected and play a crucial role in the country's rapid industrial and technological development. The term is often associated with innovation and progress, reflecting the importance of engineering in modern Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 工程师 with similar roles like '技术员' (jì shù yuán), which means technician. Ensure you use 工程师 specifically for engineers to convey the correct level of expertise.
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Grammar Patterns of 工程师
工程师 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
石油____规划并管理石油的提炼。
Petroleum engineers plan and manage the extraction of oil.
Example Sentences for 工程师 (10)
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石油工程师规划并管理石油的提炼。
shí yóu gōng chéng shī guī huá bìng guǎn lǐ shí yóu de tí liàn。
Petroleum engineers plan and manage the extraction of oil.
Engineers said that plutonium could begin seeping from the corroded sub.
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他招聘了两个懂多种语言的工程师。
tā zhāo pìn le liǎng gè dǒng duō zhǒng yǔ yán de gōng chéng shī。
He recruited two multilingual engineers.
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他们的工程师更乐于借用别人的观点，而不愿自我创新。
tā mén de gōng chéng shī gēng lè yú jiè yòng bié rén de guān diǎn， ， ér bù yuàn zì wǒ chuàng。
Their engineers are happier borrowing other people's ideas than developing their own.
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渐进工程师, 例如苏格拉底, 知道他的知识多么少.
jiàn jìn gōng chéng shī, , lì rú sū gé lā, dǐ , zhī dào tā de zhī shí duō.
The piecemeal engineer, like Socrates, knows how little he knows.
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他是他那代人当中最富创造性与革新精神的工程师之一。
tā shì tā nà dài rén dāng zhōng zuì fù chuàng zào xìng yǔ gé xīn jīng shén de gōng chéng shī zhī yī。
He was one of the most creative and innovative engineers of his generation.
Cultural Notes for 工程师
🏮Cultural insight
In China, engineers are highly respected and play a crucial role in the country's rapid industrial and technological development. The term is often associated with innovation and progress, reflecting the importance of engineering in modern Chinese society.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, the role of an engineer may be more specialized, while in China, engineers often take on broader responsibilities in projects and management.
Frequently Asked Questions about 工程师
You can say '土木工程师' (tǔ mù gōng chéng shī).
The term '师' is used for various professions like '教师' (teacher) and '医生' (doctor), indicating a level of expertise.
Yes, you can specify types, such as '机械工程师' (mechanical engineer) or '电气工程师' (electrical engineer).
