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March 24, 2026
措施cuòshī(cuo4shi1)
The term 措施 (cuò shī) refers to a measure or step taken to achieve a specific goal or to address a problem. It is commonly used in contexts such as policy discussions, planning, and problem-solving, where specific actions are outlined to achieve desired outcomes.
Frequency#3470DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese governance and business, 措施 often reflects the structured approach to problem-solving, highlighting the importance of planning and execution in both public policy and corporate strategies.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person carefully placing 'steps' (措施) to cross a river. Each step represents a 'measure' taken to ensure safety. The character 措 (cuò) looks like a person working hard, while 施 (shī) can remind you of a 'sheaf' of plans laid out, emphasizing the practical aspects of taking action.
Meanings of 措施
cuòshī(cuo4shi1)
1measure
2step
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About 措施
措施Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3470Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 措施
Quick Contrast
措施 (cuòshī) vs 方法 (fāngfǎ) — use 措施 for specific actions taken to address issues, while 方法 refers to general methods or ways to accomplish tasks.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person carefully placing 'steps' (措施) to cross a river. Each step represents a 'measure' taken to ensure safety. The character 措 (cuò) looks like a person working hard, while 施 (shī) can remind you of a 'sheaf' of plans laid out, emphasizing the practical aspects of taking action.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 措施 with similar terms like 方式 (fāng shì), which means 'method' or 'way.' 措施 is more about specific actions taken, often in a formal context. It is usually used in written language rather than spoken conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 措施 connects well with vocabulary related to government, policy, and social issues. Students should focus on how it is used in sentences alongside verbs like 采取 (cǎi qǔ), meaning 'to adopt' measures.
Cultural Note
In Chinese governance and business, 措施 often reflects the structured approach to problem-solving, highlighting the importance of planning and execution in both public policy and corporate strategies.
Common Mistakes
A common error is to use 措施 in place of 方式, leading to confusion. For example, saying '我们需要一个措施' (We need a method) is incorrect; it should be '我们需要一种方式' (We need a way).
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Grammar Patterns of 措施
措施 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 3 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.
In Chinese governance and business, 措施 often reflects the structured approach to problem-solving, highlighting the importance of planning and execution in both public policy and corporate strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions about 措施
措施 refers specifically to measures taken to address issues, while 方式 refers to methods or ways of doing something.
It's generally more appropriate in formal contexts, such as reports or discussions about policy.
Yes, 措施 is primarily used as a noun referring to specific measures or steps.
