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March 24, 2026
精确(精確)jīngquè(jing1que4)
精确 (jīngquè) refers to something that is highly accurate or precise, often used in contexts like science, mathematics, and technology. This term conveys a sense of meticulousness and reliability in measurement or expression, emphasizing the importance of exactness in various fields.
Frequency#5537DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, precision is highly valued in fields such as calligraphy and traditional medicine, where exactness can significantly affect outcomes. The concept of 精确 reflects a broader societal appreciation for accuracy in both craftsmanship and scholarly pursuits.
Memory Tip
Imagine a scientist (精, jīng) using a precise tool (确, què) to measure something down to the last detail. The character 精 reminds you of 'genius' for precision, while 确 sounds like 'check,' as in checking for accuracy.
Meanings of 精确
jīngquè(jing1que4)
1accurate
2precise
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About 精确
精确Simplified
精確Traditional
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—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#5537Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 精确
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准确 (zhǔnquè) - use 精确 (jīngquè) when emphasizing precision in measurement; use 准确 (zhǔnquè) for general correctness or reliability.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a scientist (精, jīng) using a precise tool (确, què) to measure something down to the last detail. The character 精 reminds you of 'genius' for precision, while 确 sounds like 'check,' as in checking for accuracy.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 精确 with similar terms like 精细 (jīngxì), which means 'meticulous' rather than 'precise.' It is often used in formal contexts; in everyday conversation, simpler terms like 准确 (zhǔnquè) may be more common. Pay attention to the tones: 'jing1' (first tone) and 'que4' (fourth tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 精确 builds on the vocabulary of precision and correctness. Students should connect it with related terms like 准确 (zhǔnquè) and 精细 (jīngxì) to deepen their understanding of nuanced differences in meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, precision is highly valued in fields such as calligraphy and traditional medicine, where exactness can significantly affect outcomes. The concept of 精确 reflects a broader societal appreciation for accuracy in both craftsmanship and scholarly pursuits.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 精确 with similar words like 精细 or 准确. For example, saying '他的回答很精细' (His answer is very precise) is incorrect; it should be '他的回答很准确'.
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Grammar Patterns of 精确
精确 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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为了尽量减低附带性破坏，轰炸须做到最大程度的____。
To minimize collateral damage maximum precision in bombing was required.
Example Sentences for 精确 (7)
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1
为了尽量减低附带性破坏，轰炸须做到最大程度的精确。
wéi le jìn liáng jiǎn dī fù dài xìng pò huài， ， hōng zhà xū zuò dào zuì dà chéng dù de jīng。
To minimize collateral damage maximum precision in bombing was required.
2
某些脉冲星发送脉冲比地球上最精确的时钟都准时。
mǒu xiē mài chōng xīng fā sòng mài chōng bǐ dì qiú shàng zuì jīng què de shí zhōng dū zhǔn shí。
Some pulsars keep time better than the earth's most accurate clocks.
3
他斤斤计较文字的精确性,有时到了小题大作的程度.
tā jīn jīn jì jiào wén zì de jīng què xìng, , yǒu shí dào le xiǎo tí dà zuò de chéng.
His insistence upon precision of language is apt to seem fussy.
4
对洪水的预测并不是一门精确科学。
duì hóng shuǐ de yù cè bìng bù shì yī mén jīng què kē xué。
This null - balance system is usually more accurate than the direct - readout bridge.
6
他们的测量非常精确,丝毫不差.
tā mén de cè liáng fēi cháng jīng què, , sī háo bù.
Their measurement are correct to a hair's breadth.
7
不很精确的射电干涉仪观测表明,这个源的角径约为1.5弧秒.
bù hěn jīng què de shè diàn gān shè yí guān cè biǎo míng, , zhè gè yuán de jiǎo jìng yuē1.5 wéi 1.5.
Comparatively rudimentary interferometer observations suggested that this source is about 5 across.
Cultural Notes for 精确
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, precision is highly valued in fields such as calligraphy and traditional medicine, where exactness can significantly affect outcomes. The concept of 精确 reflects a broader societal appreciation for accuracy in both craftsmanship and scholarly pursuits.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, precision is often associated with scientific rigor, while in Chinese culture, it is equally important but also tied to aesthetic considerations in art and literature.
Frequently Asked Questions about 精确
You can say, '这个数据非常精确' (This data is very precise).
Yes, 精确 is generally more formal and used in technical contexts, while 准确 is more common in everyday language.
No, 精确 specifically refers to accuracy in measurement or information, not personal traits.
