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March 24, 2026
实施(實施)shíshī(shi2shi1)
实施 (shí shī) means to implement or carry out a plan, policy, or task. It is commonly used in formal contexts, especially in business, government, and project management, to describe the execution of strategies or initiatives.
Frequency#4601DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, the implementation of policies often reflects the emphasis on collective action and the importance of following through with government initiatives, illustrating the cultural value placed on duty and responsibility.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'sheep' (sounds like 'shi') carrying a 'shish kebab' (sounds like 'shi') on its back. The sheep symbolizes the action of carrying out a plan, while the kebab represents the specific tasks or elements that need to be implemented.
Meanings of 实施
shíshī(shi2shi1)
1to implement
2to carry out
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About 实施
实施Simplified
實施Traditional
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—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4601Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 实施
Quick Contrast
实施 (shíshī) vs 执行 (zhíxíng) — choose 实施 when emphasizing the initiation of a plan, while 执行 focuses more on the act of carrying out tasks.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'sheep' (sounds like 'shi') carrying a 'shish kebab' (sounds like 'shi') on its back. The sheep symbolizes the action of carrying out a plan, while the kebab represents the specific tasks or elements that need to be implemented.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 实施 with other similar verbs like 执行 (zhí xíng), which also means to execute but in a different context. 实施 is more about implementing plans, while 执行 is about carrying out orders or commands. This term is more formal, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 实施 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to management and execution. Focus on using it in practical sentences related to project management or policy discussions to solidify your understanding and usage.
Cultural Note
In China, the implementation of policies often reflects the emphasis on collective action and the importance of following through with government initiatives, illustrating the cultural value placed on duty and responsibility.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 实施 in informal contexts or interchange it with 执行. For example, saying '我今天实施去超市' (I will implement going to the supermarket) should be corrected to '我今天去超市' (I will go to the supermarket).
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Grammar Patterns of 实施
实施 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.
The shutdown is the latest in a series of painful budget measures.
Cultural Notes for 实施
🏮Cultural insight
In China, the implementation of policies often reflects the emphasis on collective action and the importance of following through with government initiatives, illustrating the cultural value placed on duty and responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions about 实施
It's better suited for formal contexts, such as discussions about projects or policies, rather than casual conversation.
实施 refers specifically to implementing plans, while 执行 is more about executing commands or orders.
