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March 24, 2026
干涉gānshè(gan1she4)
干涉 (gān shè) means to interfere or meddle in a situation or someone's affairs. It is often used in both personal and professional contexts to describe unwanted intervention that disrupts or complicates matters.
Frequency#5125DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
干涉 often appears in discussions about foreign relations, where countries may accuse each other of interference in domestic affairs. This reflects a sensitivity to sovereignty and autonomy deeply ingrained in Chinese political discourse.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '干' (dry) sponge that '涉' (dips) into a wet situation, soaking up everything and meddling where it shouldn't. The image of a sponge interfering in a clean space helps to remember both the shape of the characters and their meaning.
Meanings of 干涉
gānshè(gan1she4)
1to interfere
2to meddle
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About 干涉
干涉Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5125Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 干涉
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干预 (gānyù) — use 干涉 when emphasizing unwanted interference, while 干预 suggests a more neutral or necessary intervention.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a '干' (dry) sponge that '涉' (dips) into a wet situation, soaking up everything and meddling where it shouldn't. The image of a sponge interfering in a clean space helps to remember both the shape of the characters and their meaning.
Usage Notes
干涉 is generally used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about politics or personal relationships. A common mistake is using it too casually; for example, saying '我不想干涉' (I don't want to interfere) in a light-hearted context might come off as overly serious. Be mindful of tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 干涉 connects to vocabulary related to politics and interpersonal relationships. Students should focus on its usage in formal discussions and in contexts where boundaries are discussed.
Cultural Note
干涉 often appears in discussions about foreign relations, where countries may accuse each other of interference in domestic affairs. This reflects a sensitivity to sovereignty and autonomy deeply ingrained in Chinese political discourse.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 干涉 with 参与 (cān yù, to participate), thinking they can use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我参与了他的决定' (I interfered in his decision) is incorrect; it should be '我干涉了他的决定.'
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Grammar Patterns of 干涉
干涉 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
你是在____人们的宗教信仰，他们并不喜欢你的做法。
You are messing with people's religion and they don't like that.
Example Sentences for 干涉 (5)
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1
你是在干涉人们的宗教信仰，他们并不喜欢你的做法。
nǐ shì zài gān shè rén mén de zōng jiào xìn yǎng， ， tā mén bìng bù xǐ huān nǐ de zuò。
You are messing with people's religion and they don't like that.
2
很难想象她会喜欢被人过多地干涉。
hěn nán xiǎng xiàng tā huì xǐ huān bèi rén guò duō dì gān shè。
It is hard to imagine her taking kindly to too much interference.
3
议会形容此法令为对共和国内政的干涉。
yì huì xíng róng cǐ fǎ líng wéi duì gòng hé guó nèi zhèng de gān shè。
The parliament described the decree as interference in the republic's internal affairs.
4
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.
5
沿薄膜的长度方向看干涉膜尖劈.
yán báo mó de cháng dù fāng xiàng kàn gān shè mó jiān pī.
Along the length of the filter, the interference film like a wedge.
Cultural Notes for 干涉
🏮Cultural insight
干涉 often appears in discussions about foreign relations, where countries may accuse each other of interference in domestic affairs. This reflects a sensitivity to sovereignty and autonomy deeply ingrained in Chinese political discourse.
Frequently Asked Questions about 干涉
You can say '他总是干涉我的工作' (He always interferes with my work) to express unwanted involvement.
干涉 is typically negative, implying unwelcome interference.
Yes, it can describe meddling in personal matters, such as family issues.
