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差距 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
差距chājùdisparityHSK 5, n, rank #10318, Hard
差距chājùgapHSK 5, n, rank #10318, Hard
chājù(cha1ju4) T1
  1. 1disparity
  2. 2gap
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March 24, 2026
差距chājù(cha1ju4)

The term 差距 (chājù) refers to a difference or gap between two or more entities, often in terms of quality, quantity, or status. It is commonly used in discussions about economic disparities, educational inequalities, or any comparative analysis where a notable distinction is present.

Frequency#10318DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In contemporary Chinese society, discussions of 差距 are particularly relevant in the context of economic development, as there are significant disparities between urban and rural areas. Understanding this term can deepen insights into social issues in China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large chasm ('差') separating two sides ('距')—this visual gap can help you remember that 差距 means 'disparity' or 'gap'. Additionally, think of 'cha' sounding like 'chasm' to connect the pronunciation with the meaning.

Meanings of 差距

chājù(cha1ju4)
1disparity
2gap
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About 差距

差距Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10318Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 差距

Quick Contrast

差别 (chābié) — use 差距 (chājù) when emphasizing a measurable gap, while 差别 (chābié) is more general and can refer to any kind of difference.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a large chasm ('差') separating two sides ('距')—this visual gap can help you remember that 差距 means 'disparity' or 'gap'. Additionally, think of 'cha' sounding like 'chasm' to connect the pronunciation with the meaning.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 差距 with similar words like 差别 (chābié), which also means 'difference', but is often used in a broader context. This term is typically used in more formal discussions, especially in academic or analytical settings.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 5 word, 差距 connects to other vocabulary related to comparison and analysis, such as 影响 (yǐngxiǎng, influence) and 发展 (fāzhǎn, development). Students should focus on using it in context to describe inequalities or differences.

Cultural Note

In contemporary Chinese society, discussions of 差距 are particularly relevant in the context of economic development, as there are significant disparities between urban and rural areas. Understanding this term can deepen insights into social issues in China.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 差距 in casual conversations where a simpler term like 不同 (bùtóng, different) would suffice. For example, saying '我们的差距很大' (Our gap is very big) can sound awkward; instead, '我们有很大的不同' (We have a big difference) is more appropriate.

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Component Characters

差chàto send
HSK 39 strokes工
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距jùat a distance of
HSK 511 strokes足
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Grammar Patterns of 差距

差距 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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考试成绩好的好，差的差，____很大。

The exam results are polarized — the good ones are very good and the bad ones are very bad.

Example Sentences for 差距 (6)

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你是什么样的人和你想成为什么样的之间的差距就是，你做了什么。

nǐ shì shí mó yàng de rén hé nǐ xiǎng chéng wéi shí mó yàng de zhī jiān de chà jù jiù shì， ， nǐ zuò le shí。

The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.
2
两个地区的工资差距正在拉大。

liǎng gè dì qū de gōng zī chà jù zhèng zài lā dà。

Wage differences in the two areas are widening.
3
英国需要弥合学术界和企业界之间的技术差距。

yīng guó xū yào mí hé xué shù jiè hé qǐ yè jiè zhī jiān de jì shù chà jù。

Britain needs to bridge the technology gap between academia and industry.
4
到1973年，这一差距已缩小到几乎为零。

dào1973 1973， nián ， zhè yī chà jù yǐ suō xiǎo dào jī hū。

By 1973, this gap had narrowed almost to vanishing point.
5
皇家马德里队获胜，与领先的巴塞罗那队仍然保持着5分的差距。

huáng jiā mǎ dé lǐ duì huò shèng， ， yǔ lǐng xiān de bā sāi luó nà duì réng rán bǎo chí5 zháo 5 fēn de。

Real's victory keeps them five points behind the pacesetters, Barcelona.
6
他以领先十秒[很大差距]战胜了其他赛跑者.

tā yǐ lǐng xiān shí miǎo[ [ hěn dà chà] jù ] zhàn shèng le qí tā sài.

He beat the other runners by a margin of ten seconds / by a wide margin.

Cultural Notes for 差距

🏮Cultural insight

In contemporary Chinese society, discussions of 差距 are particularly relevant in the context of economic development, as there are significant disparities between urban and rural areas. Understanding this term can deepen insights into social issues in China.

Frequently Asked Questions about 差距

You can say '城市和农村之间的差距很大' (The gap between urban and rural areas is significant).