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March 24, 2026
推荐(推薦)tuījiàn(tui1jian4)
推荐 (tuījiàn) means 'to recommend' or 'recommendation'. It is commonly used in contexts where one suggests a person, place, or thing to someone else, such as recommending a book, a restaurant, or a course. The nuance often implies a level of trust or personal experience behind the recommendation.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, recommendations often carry significant weight, especially in professional settings. For instance, personal recommendations can greatly influence hiring decisions or business partnerships.
Memory Tip
Think of '推荐' as 'twee' (sounds like 'tuī') and 'gems' (sounds like 'jiàn'). Imagine you are recommending shiny gems to a friend because they are valuable and beautiful. The '推' (tuī) looks like a person pushing forward, symbolizing the act of pushing someone towards a good choice.
Meanings of 推荐
tuījiàn(tui1jian4)
1to recommend
2recommendation
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About 推荐
推荐Simplified
推薦Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 推荐
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建议 (jiànyì) is more about suggesting or advising, while 推荐 (tuījiàn) specifically focuses on recommending based on trust or experience.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '推荐' as 'twee' (sounds like 'tuī') and 'gems' (sounds like 'jiàn'). Imagine you are recommending shiny gems to a friend because they are valuable and beautiful. The '推' (tuī) looks like a person pushing forward, symbolizing the act of pushing someone towards a good choice.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the tone: '推荐' uses the first tone (tuī) and fourth tone (jiàn). It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, but in a job setting, be sure to provide substantial reasons for your recommendation. Common collocations include '推荐信' (recommendation letter) and '推荐人' (referee).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, '推荐' connects with other verbs related to suggesting or advising, such as '建议' (jiànyì - to suggest). Focus on using it in sentences to practice giving recommendations, which is a useful skill for conversational fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, recommendations often carry significant weight, especially in professional settings. For instance, personal recommendations can greatly influence hiring decisions or business partnerships.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 推荐 with 介绍 (jièshào - to introduce). For example, saying '我推荐他给你.' (I recommend him to you.) should be corrected to '我向你推荐他.' (I recommend him to you. - more natural).
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Grammar Patterns of 推荐
推荐 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 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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Cultural Notes for 推荐
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, recommendations often carry significant weight, especially in professional settings. For instance, personal recommendations can greatly influence hiring decisions or business partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions about 推荐
推荐 (tuījiàn) specifically means to recommend someone or something based on personal experience, while 建议 (jiànyì) simply means to suggest or advise without the same level of personal endorsement.
Yes, 推荐 is appropriate for formal contexts, such as letters of recommendation or professional communications.
No, 推荐 can refer to anything that can be suggested, including books, movies, restaurants, and more.
