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March 24, 2026
追求zhuīqiú(zhui1qiu2)
追求 (zhui1 qiu2) means to pursue or seek after something with determination, often used in contexts like personal goals, aspirations, or romantic interests. It conveys a sense of perseverance and commitment in the effort to achieve or attain what one desires.
Frequency#2936DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 追求 is often linked to the idea of '奋斗' (fèn dòu), which means to strive hard for one's goals. This reflects a cultural emphasis on diligence and perseverance in both personal and professional spheres.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person chasing after a train (追) that represents their dreams (求). The character 追 has a running figure, symbolizing the act of pursuit, while 求 can be visualized as reaching out with both hands to grasp what is desired. Together, they depict the relentless chase for one's goals.
Meanings of 追求
zhuīqiú(zhui1qiu2)
1to pursue (a goal etc) stubbornly
2to seek after
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About 追求
追求Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2936Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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追逐 (zhuīzhú) - use 追求 when referring to pursuing goals or aspirations, while 追逐 emphasizes the act of chasing or running after something in a more literal sense.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person chasing after a train (追) that represents their dreams (求). The character 追 has a running figure, symbolizing the act of pursuit, while 求 can be visualized as reaching out with both hands to grasp what is desired. Together, they depict the relentless chase for one's goals.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 追求 with related terms like 追踪 (zhui1 zong1), which means to track. The word is more commonly used in informal contexts, especially when discussing ambitions or romantic pursuits. Ensure you use the correct tone, as mispronouncing the tones may lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 追求 connects with other vocabulary related to aspirations and relationships. Students should focus on using it in sentences that describe their personal goals or feelings towards someone, enhancing their ability to express complex ideas.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 追求 is often linked to the idea of '奋斗' (fèn dòu), which means to strive hard for one's goals. This reflects a cultural emphasis on diligence and perseverance in both personal and professional spheres.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 追求 with 追踪, thinking they are interchangeable. For example, saying '我追踪我的梦想' (I track my dreams) instead of '我追求我的梦想' (I pursue my dreams) is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 追求
追求 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 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.
Under TQM principles the search for quality is continuous.
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加德纳一直不懈地追求古典音乐演奏的高水准。
jiā dé nà yī zhí bù xiè dì zhuī qiú gǔ diǎn yīn lè yǎn zòu de gāo shuǐ zhǔn。
Gardiner has pursued relentlessly high standards in performing classical music.
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它们是作为历险故事来写的，并没打算追求深刻。
tā mén shì zuò wéi lì xiǎn gù shì lái xiě de， ， bìng méi dǎ suàn zhuī qiú shēn。
They'rewritten as adventure stories. They're not intended to be deep.
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该书所描绘的世界似乎过分刻意地追求文学性，过于内敛含蓄。
gāi shū suǒ miáo huì de shì jiè sì hū guò fēn kè yì dì zhuī qiú wén xué xìng， ， guò yú nèi liǎn hán。
The world which the book inhabits seems too self-consciously literary, too introverted.
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他追求简已六个月之久.
tā zhuī qiú jiǎn yǐ liù gè yuè zhī jiǔ.
He has been courting Jane for six months.
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对质量孜孜不倦的追求使他的技能出类拔萃。
duì zhì liáng zī zī bù juàn de zhuī qiú shǐ tā de jì néng chū lèi bá cuì。
Relentless in his pursuit of quality, his technical ability was remarkable.
Cultural Notes for 追求
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 追求 is often linked to the idea of '奋斗' (fèn dòu), which means to strive hard for one's goals. This reflects a cultural emphasis on diligence and perseverance in both personal and professional spheres.
Frequently Asked Questions about 追求
Yes, 追求 can be used to describe pursuing career goals or ambitions, not just in romantic contexts.
追求 emphasizes a determined pursuit, while 寻求 suggests a more passive seeking or searching.
While it generally has a positive connotation, it can also imply obsession or stubbornness if taken to an extreme.
