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March 24, 2026
感受gǎnshòu(gan3shou4)
The term 感受 (gǎnshòu) refers to the act of sensing or perceiving something, typically through one's senses. It encompasses both physical sensations and emotional experiences, making it versatile for expressing feelings and impressions in various contexts such as art, nature, and personal interactions.
Frequency#1081DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 感受 is often tied to the importance of emotional expression and connection with nature. For example, traditional poetry frequently evokes feelings associated with natural scenery, emphasizing the importance of感受 in appreciating beauty.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person standing in a beautiful garden, feeling the soft breeze on their skin and smelling the fragrant flowers. The character 感 (gǎn) represents the idea of feeling, while 受 (shòu) can be associated with receiving these sensations. Together, they depict the act of receiving feelings through senses.
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AI Study Notes for 感受
Quick Contrast
感知 (gǎnzhī) vs 感觉 (gǎnjué) — use 感受 for emotional experiences, while 感知 focuses more on sensory perception.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person standing in a beautiful garden, feeling the soft breeze on their skin and smelling the fragrant flowers. The character 感 (gǎn) represents the idea of feeling, while 受 (shòu) can be associated with receiving these sensations. Together, they depict the act of receiving feelings through senses.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 感受 with 感觉 (gǎnjué), which emphasizes sensation over the broader experience. It is important to use 感受 in contexts where emotional or deep impressions are involved. Be mindful of the register; this word can be used in both formal and informal settings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 感受 connects with other vocabulary related to feelings and experiences, such as 情感 (qínggǎn, emotion) and 体验 (tǐyàn, to experience). Focus on using it in sentences that express personal feelings or reflections to deepen understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 感受 is often tied to the importance of emotional expression and connection with nature. For example, traditional poetry frequently evokes feelings associated with natural scenery, emphasizing the importance of感受 in appreciating beauty.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 感受 with 感觉, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我有很好的感觉' (Wǒ yǒu hěn hǎo de gǎnjué) when they mean to say '我有很好的感受' (Wǒ yǒu hěn hǎo de gǎnshòu) can lead to a misunderstanding of depth in emotional context.
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Grammar Patterns of 感受
感受 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 7 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.
We put up the decorations and the tree and started to feel Christmassy at last.
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最能深切感受到这种紧张氛围的是女性。
zuì néng shēn qiē gǎn shòu dào zhè zhǒng jǐn zhāng fēn wéi de shì nǚ xìng。
Those tensions have been felt most acutely by women.
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男人给她的感受是支配一切，野蛮残暴。
nán rén gěi tā de gǎn shòu shì zhī pèi yī qiē， ， yě mán cán。
Her experience of men was of domination and brutality.
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“我能理解你的感受，”德斯蒙德很通情达理地说。
“ “ wǒ néng lǐ jiě nǐ de gǎn，” shòu ，” dé sī mēng dé hěn tōng qíng dá lǐ。
"I can understand how you feel," Desmond said with great reasonableness.
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他闭口不谈他对此事的个人感受。
tā bì kǒu bù tán tā duì cǐ shì de gè rén gǎn shòu。
He is keeping mum about his feelings on the matter.
Cultural Notes for 感受
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 感受 is often tied to the importance of emotional expression and connection with nature. For example, traditional poetry frequently evokes feelings associated with natural scenery, emphasizing the importance of感受 in appreciating beauty.
Frequently Asked Questions about 感受
Yes, but it's more commonly used for emotional experiences or impressions rather than just physical sensations.
It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the situation.
感受 refers more to the overall experience or impression, while 感觉 focuses specifically on sensation.
