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March 24, 2026
注释(注釋)zhùshì(zhu4shi4)
注释 (zhù shì) refers to the act of adding explanatory notes or comments to a text, often to clarify or provide additional information. This term is commonly used in academic, literary, and technical contexts where clarification of complex ideas is necessary.
Frequency#21650DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese academia, 注释 is a vital part of scholarly work, reflecting the importance placed on commentary and interpretation in traditional Chinese literature and philosophy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a teacher '注' (to pour) '释' (to explain) knowledge into the margins of a book. The pouring action symbolizes adding insights, while the characters look like a book being annotated with notes.
Meanings of 注释
zhùshì(zhu4shi4)
1marginal notes
2annotation
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About 注释
注释Simplified
注釋Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#21650Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
注解 (zhùjiě) — use 注释 (zhùshì) for comments that clarify a text, while 注解 (zhùjiě) often implies a more detailed or formal explanation.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a teacher '注' (to pour) '释' (to explain) knowledge into the margins of a book. The pouring action symbolizes adding insights, while the characters look like a book being annotated with notes.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 注释 with just simple notes; 注释 implies a deeper explanation or commentary. It is often used in formal contexts, especially in academic writing, and is frequently paired with terms like 文本 (wénběn - text) or 书籍 (shūjí - book).
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK Level 6 word, 注释 connects with other academic vocabulary and terms related to writing and analysis. Students should focus on using it in context, especially in written assignments or discussions regarding literature and research.
Cultural Note
In Chinese academia, 注释 is a vital part of scholarly work, reflecting the importance placed on commentary and interpretation in traditional Chinese literature and philosophy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 注释 with the word 备注 (bèizhù - note), which is less formal and used for brief remarks. For example, saying '我在报告中加了备注' instead of the more formal '注释' can lead to misunderstandings in academic settings.
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Grammar Patterns of 注释
注释 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 4 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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参见第223页的注释16。
cān jiàn dì223 223 yè de zhù16。
See Note 16 on p.
4
她已编写了数页注释，但还未开始真正意义上的写作。
tā yǐ biān xiě le shù yè zhù shì， ， dàn huán wèi kāi shǐ zhēn zhèng yì yì shàng de xiě。
She had compiled pages of notes, but she had not yet gotten down to doing the actual writing.
Cultural Notes for 注释
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese academia, 注释 is a vital part of scholarly work, reflecting the importance placed on commentary and interpretation in traditional Chinese literature and philosophy.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
While both Western and Chinese academic traditions value annotations, Chinese texts often feature extensive marginal notes that are integral to understanding the original work, unlike in many Western texts where annotations may be less prominent.
Frequently Asked Questions about 注释
You can say, '我在这本书上做了很多注释' (I made many annotations in this book).
Yes, 注释 specifically refers to written annotations, although the concept of commenting can apply to spoken contexts in a different form.
It is generally more formal, so using it in casual conversations may not be appropriate; prefer simpler terms for informal notes.
