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检验 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
检验jiǎnyànto inspectHSK 6, vn, rank #4850, Hard
检验jiǎnyànto examineHSK 6, vn, rank #4850, Hard
检验jiǎnyànto testHSK 6, vn, rank #4850, Hard
jiǎnyàn(jian3yan4) T3
  1. 1to inspect
  2. 2to examine
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March 24, 2026
检验(檢驗)jiǎnyàn(jian3yan4)

检验 (jiǎn yàn) refers to the process of inspecting or examining something to ascertain its quality, performance, or correctness. It is commonly used in contexts involving quality control, medical tests, and scientific evaluations, emphasizing a systematic approach to verification.

Frequency#4850DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 检验 is crucial in various sectors, particularly in food safety and health, reflecting the importance placed on quality assurance and public safety.

Memory Tip

Imagine a detective (检) inspecting (验) a crime scene to uncover the truth. The character 检 (jiǎn) has a radical that suggests searching or examining, while 验 (yàn) resembles a person examining evidence—both hinting at the concept of careful inspection.

Meanings of 检验

jiǎnyàn(jian3yan4)
1to inspect
2to examine
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About 检验

检验Simplified
檢驗Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#4850Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 检验

Quick Contrast

检验 (jiǎnyàn) vs 检查 (jiǎnchá): Use 检验 when focusing on testing quality or performance systematically, while 检查 emphasizes the act of checking or inspecting generally.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a detective (检) inspecting (验) a crime scene to uncover the truth. The character 检 (jiǎn) has a radical that suggests searching or examining, while 验 (yàn) resembles a person examining evidence—both hinting at the concept of careful inspection.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 检验 with 检查 (jiǎn chá), which means 'to check' and is slightly less formal. 检验 is often used in formal contexts such as scientific or medical examinations. Ensure you use the correct tones, as mispronouncing them can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 检验 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to testing and assessment. Focus on its usage in formal writing and discussions, especially in fields like science, quality control, and healthcare.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 检验 is crucial in various sectors, particularly in food safety and health, reflecting the importance placed on quality assurance and public safety.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 检验 with 检查, leading to incorrect usage in contexts. For example, saying '我们需要检验这个问题' (We need to check this issue) is incorrect; it should be '我们需要检查这个问题' when referring to a general check.

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Component Characters

检jiǎnto check
HSK 311 strokes木
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验yànto examine
HSK 710 strokes马
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Grammar Patterns of 检验

检验 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

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这办法似乎很好, 不过需要____.

The idea seems good, but it needs to be tried out.

Example Sentences for 检验 (8)

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这办法似乎很好, 不过需要检验.

zhè bàn fǎ sì hū hěn hǎo, , bù guò xū yào jiǎn.

The idea seems good, but it needs to be tried out.
2
与人合作的能力是对领导能力的一种真正检验。

yǔ rén hé zuò de néng lì shì duì lǐng dǎo néng lì de yī zhǒng zhēn zhèng jiǎn yàn。

The ability to work collaboratively is a true test of leadership.
3
我不能肯定该论点是否经得起检验，但它很有新意。

wǒ bù néng kěn dìng gāi lùn diǎn shì fǒu jīng dé qǐ jiǎn yàn， ， dàn tā hěn yǒu xīn。

I'm not sure if the argu-ment holds up, but it's stimulating.
4
他对材料做了检验并送出了检验结果。

tā duì cái liào zuò le jiǎn yàn bìng sòng chū le jiǎn yàn jié guǒ。

He had the material tested and sent along the results.
5
你知道, 这批货物在装船前是经过商品检验局检验的.

nǐ zhī dào, , zhè pī huò wù zài zhuāng chuán qián shì jīng guò shāng pǐn jiǎn yàn jú jiǎn yàn.

You know, the goods were inspected by the Commodities Inspection Office before shipment.
6
市政工程检验官

shì zhèng gōng chéng jiǎn yàn guān

the surveyor of public works
7
法医检验发现死者的胃里有大量的毒药.

fǎ yī jiǎn yàn fā xiàn sǐ zhě de wèi lǐ yǒu dà liáng de dú yào.

Forensic examination revealed a large quantity of poison in the dead man's stomach.
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检验检疫部门对出口供宰动物的卫生控制.

jiǎn yàn jiǎn yì bù mén duì chū kǒu gōng zǎi dòng wù de wèi shēng kòng zhì.

Sanitary Control on Animals for slaughtering by Supervision and Quarantine Authorities.

Cultural Notes for 检验

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 检验 is crucial in various sectors, particularly in food safety and health, reflecting the importance placed on quality assurance and public safety.

Frequently Asked Questions about 检验

检验 is more formal and refers specifically to testing or inspection for quality, while 检查 is a broader term for checking or examining.