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March 24, 2026
审判(審判)shěnpàn(shen3pan4)
审判 refers to the legal process of trying someone in a court of law. It encompasses the examination of evidence and arguments presented by both sides before a judge or jury, ultimately leading to a verdict. This term is commonly used in legal contexts and can imply a formal assessment of justice.
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Cultural Note
审判 is deeply intertwined with the Chinese legal system, which has evolved over centuries. The concept of fairness in trials is significant, especially as China continues to reform its judicial practices to align more with global standards of justice.
Memory Tip
Think of 审判 as 'shining a light on the truth in a courtroom.' The character 审 (shěn) can be visualized as someone carefully examining something, while 判 (pàn) resembles a judge's gavel, representing the decision-making process. Together, they evoke the image of a trial where the truth is illuminated.
Meanings of 审判
shěnpàn(shen3pan4)
1a trial
2to try sb
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About 审判
审判Simplified
審判Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#2201Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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审理 (shěnlǐ) - use 审判 for the formal legal process of rendering a verdict, while 审理 emphasizes the process of hearing and considering a case.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 审判 as 'shining a light on the truth in a courtroom.' The character 审 (shěn) can be visualized as someone carefully examining something, while 判 (pàn) resembles a judge's gavel, representing the decision-making process. Together, they evoke the image of a trial where the truth is illuminated.
Usage Notes
A common mistake is to confuse 审判 with 审查 (shěnchá), which means 'to examine' or 'to review' without the legal implications. This term is more formal, so it's used in legal discussions rather than casual conversations. Be cautious with the tone; ensure to pronounce 审 (shěn) and 判 (pàn) correctly to convey the intended meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 审判 connects with other legal and formal vocabulary like 法律 (fǎlǜ, law) and 判决 (pànjué, verdict). Students should focus on understanding its usage in legal contexts and practice forming sentences that incorporate related terms.
Cultural Note
审判 is deeply intertwined with the Chinese legal system, which has evolved over centuries. The concept of fairness in trials is significant, especially as China continues to reform its judicial practices to align more with global standards of justice.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly say 审判 when they mean to discuss a general examination or review, which is more appropriately expressed with 审查. For example, saying 审判 documents instead of 审查 documents would be incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 审判
审判 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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____结果是除一项罪名之外其他罪名都不成立。
The trial resulted in acquittals on all but one count.
Taft grumbled that the law so favored the criminal that trials seemed like a game of chance.
Cultural Notes for 审判
🏮Cultural insight
审判 is deeply intertwined with the Chinese legal system, which has evolved over centuries. The concept of fairness in trials is significant, especially as China continues to reform its judicial practices to align more with global standards of justice.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, trials often involve juries made up of citizens, whereas in China, trials are typically conducted by judges without a jury system, reflecting a different approach to justice.
Frequently Asked Questions about 审判
审判 refers to the trial process itself, while 判决 is the verdict or judgment that results from the trial.
It's best to use 审判 in formal or legal contexts, as it may sound too serious for casual conversations.
Practice saying 审 (shěn) with a rising tone and 判 (pàn) with a falling tone to reinforce their distinct sounds.
