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March 24, 2026
讲究(講究)jiǎngjiu(jiang3jiu5)
讲究 (jiǎngjiu) means to pay particular attention to details, quality, or aesthetics in various contexts, such as food, fashion, or behavior. It conveys a sense of refinement and appreciation for things that are well-crafted or thoughtfully considered.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 讲究 is often seen in dining experiences where presentation and ingredient quality are prioritized, reflecting a broader appreciation for aesthetics in everyday life, such as in tea ceremonies or traditional crafts.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef who is very particular about his ingredients. The character 讲 has the radical for 'speech' (讲) and the character 究 suggests 'investigation' or 'study'. Picture the chef carefully studying each ingredient to ensure it meets his high standards.
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AI Study Notes for 讲究
Quick Contrast
讲究 (jiǎngjiu) vs 注意 (zhùyì): use 讲究 when emphasizing quality and refinement, while 注意 focuses on paying attention to something without the nuance of appreciation.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef who is very particular about his ingredients. The character 讲 has the radical for 'speech' (讲) and the character 究 suggests 'investigation' or 'study'. Picture the chef carefully studying each ingredient to ensure it meets his high standards.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that 讲究 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it often carries a more refined tone. Common collocations include 讲究品味 (to have exquisite taste) and 讲究卫生 (to pay attention to hygiene). Avoid confusing it with 讲 (to speak), as that shifts the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 讲究 connects to other words that express quality and attention to detail, such as 精致 (jīngzhì, exquisite) and 注意 (zhùyì, to pay attention). Students should focus on recognizing the nuances in different contexts where 讲究 is applicable.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 讲究 is often seen in dining experiences where presentation and ingredient quality are prioritized, reflecting a broader appreciation for aesthetics in everyday life, such as in tea ceremonies or traditional crafts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 讲究 with 讲 (to speak) due to similar pronunciation but different meanings; for example, saying '我讲究他' (wǒ jiǎngjiu tā) incorrectly implies 'I speak him' instead of the intended 'I pay attention to him.' Remember that 讲究 focuses on attention to quality.
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Grammar Patterns of 讲究
讲究 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 5 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
她的孩子们的生日聚会在街坊四邻里是最好、最____的。
Her children had the best, most elaborate birthday parties in the neighborhood.
Example Sentences for 讲究 (10)
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她的孩子们的生日聚会在街坊四邻里是最好、最讲究的。
tā de hái zǐ mén de shēng rì jù huì zài jiē fāng sì lín lǐ shì zuì hǎo、 、 zuì jiǎng jiū。
Her children had the best, most elaborate birthday parties in the neighborhood.
tā chuān zháo dé hěn jiǎng jiū, , kù zǐ shàng zhē xiàn bǐ, tǐng , fān lǐng shàng chā zháo yī duǒ fěn hóng sè de méi.
He was dressed carefully, his trousers creased, and a pink rose in his lapel.
8
这里的食物可以管饱却不讲究品质。
zhè lǐ de shí wù kě yǐ guǎn bǎo què bù jiǎng jiū pǐn zhì。
The food here satisfies gourmands rather than gourmets.
9
服务员又来了,精神抖擞地递上了两张讲究的菜单.
fú wù yuán yòu lái le, , jīng shén dǒu sòu dì dì shàng le liǎng zhāng jiǎng jiū de cài.
Their waiter reappeared and presented two ornate menus with a flourish.
10
蒙哥马利县是宾夕法尼亚州最富有、最讲究的县.
mēng gē mǎ lì xiàn shì bīn xī fǎ ní yà zhōu zuì fù yǒu、 、 zuì jiǎng jiū de.
Montgomery County is Pennsylvania's wealthiest and most sophisticated county.
Cultural Notes for 讲究
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In Chinese culture, 讲究 is often seen in dining experiences where presentation and ingredient quality are prioritized, reflecting a broader appreciation for aesthetics in everyday life, such as in tea ceremonies or traditional crafts.
Frequently Asked Questions about 讲究
Yes, you can describe someone as 讲究 if they are particular about their taste or standards in clothing, food, or lifestyle.
Generally, yes, it has a positive connotation, suggesting refinement or sophistication, but it could imply pretentiousness depending on context.
You can use it like this: 他很讲究穿着 (Tā hěn jiǎngjiu chuānzhuó) – 'He is very particular about his clothing.'
